Description
- Iris germanica florentina
- Orris root is one of the oldest known perfumery and herbal ingredients
- Natural Fixative for Herb Pillows and Sachets, Potpourri, and Perfumery
Orris root is one of the oldest known perfumery and herbal ingredients. Mentioned by authors in antiquity, it was a staple up until this century as a fixative for scent. Made from the root of an iris, it has a subtle violet aroma and was used to isolate the first synthetic violet scent in modern perfumery. Today it is mostly known for its ability to retain fragrance in potpourris and much harder to find. However, it is truly a necessity in any superior cosmetic herbery