Therapeutic orchids of Asia by Singapore Memories : Coelogyne + tips on choosing EDT/ EDP Looking to buy a perfume but there is so much selection, starting from their different category of names which includes -EDP, EDT or body mist etc. Do you know what does it stand for? While, I will say they are just fanciful names to categorised the concentration of fragrances oil in the perfume. The most common type you will find in Singapore will be EDP and EDT. EDP have a higher concentration of oil, around 15-20% while an EDT only have 5-15%. Therefore, if the price between both is not more than $10 and the concentration is double, you are better of buying an EDP...
Wonder of Bugis – a room fragrance by Singapore Memories In Singapore today, the Bugis have given their name to an infamous street, immortalized in a movie; a couple of malls, a book, and an MRT station. According to the Malay Heritage Center, the Bugis had a rich culture and strong fluid identity. They were a seafaring nation from South Sulawesi and many had made Singapore their home. Even though they had a reputation for being pirates, most were traders and businessmen. Wonder of Bugis was created by Singapore Memories to reflect the spiritual and magical nature of the Bugis homes and ceremonies and their exotic smells. It is a reflection of the aromas of their celebrations. The Bugis identities The Bugis have...
Therapeutic orchids of Asia by Singapore Memories : Cephalanthera Looking in your vanity table and realised that you have too much unfinished perfume? That will be a constant issue for us, girls. Same for me, I will never be content just to have one perfume! Today, I will be sharing some tips to maximise the use of your perfume – which is call perfume layering. It allows you to create your own new scents that matches your mood or style of the day. When layering your perfumes, start with the heaviest scents which are normally the ones that are musky and end with the lighter scents. The logic behind the order is so the first perfume you sprayed is not...
Tulip Mania - a room fragrance by Singapore Memories Showy and colorful when in bloom, there are over 150 species of tulips and 3000 different varieties. This member of the lily family has a perfectly symmetrical flower, comes out in almost any color, and is one of the most recognized flower types in the world. It is an all-time favorite! Tulip Mania, the room fragrance by Singapore Memories has a beautiful delicate scent, and was created in honor of the amazing beauty and often sweet-smelling tulip. The history of the tulip Native to an area stretching across Southern Europe and into Central Asia, tulips prefer a temperate climate. The Persians were the first to start cultivating tulips around the 10th century inspiring Persian poets. In the...
Therapeutic Orchids – a room fragrance by Singapore Memories The effects and benefits of a fragrant room go beyond the aroma. The right aroma can create the perfect atmosphere which has a wonderful effect on the mood of those in it. Included in the benefits of using essential oils, especially from orchids is improved health and depending on the fragrance chosen, a boost of energy or improved sleep. Therapeutic Orchids is an aroma inspired by the orchids of Singapore and their therapeutic benefits. The inspiration has come from the documentation and drawings of the flora and fauna left by William Farquhar. Who was William Farquhar? Scottish Born, Major-General William Farquhar (1774 -1839) was the first Resident and Commandant of Singapore and served...
