
Raw materials
For hundreds of years, perfumers (a person who makes perfumes) have created fragrances using raw materials like leaves, spices, herbs, flowers, fruits and even woods. However, as some plants don’t secrete oils naturally, perfumers use synthetic chemicals to recreate these original fragrances. They also often use alcohol and water to dilute perfumes to strengthen or soften its smell. This is why some perfumes are stronger than others.