Journal

5 reasons to try a perfume oil

The original form of fragrance, perfume oils are an ancient art that also happen to be perfectly suited for our modern times. From greater convenience to better longevity, here are five very good ...

The making of Balinese Ylang Ylang

At its very essence, the story of Balinese Ylang Ylang is a story of love – pure and enduring. To unravel it, we must travel to the Indonesian island of Bali, where the ylang-ylang flower grows on...

3 notes to create a relaxing home

An old wives’ tale has long promised that a few drops of lavender oil sprinkled on a pillowcase is a passport to swift slumber. We don’t dispute the effect but prefer our olfactory calm-down to tak...

The Making of Sicilian Citrus

When LUMIRA founder Almira Armstrong visited Sicily in the summer of 2003, she had no idea this tiny island would leave such an indelible impact. “I loved waking up early and walking the streets p...

The Making of Cuban Tobacco

For decades, Cuba has held a special place in the hearts of many artists and creators. Hemingway famously made his home outside of Havana for more than 20 years, returning there from assignments i...

Tonic of Gin Returns

Due to popular demand, the exclusive LUMIRA x Distillery Botanica Gin Tonic of Gin fragrance has returned, ideal for those who like to enjoy an endless summer. Of the collaboration, LUMIRA Founder...

Introducing Tuscan Fig Perfume Oil

‘YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE IF I MAY HAVE ITALY' – GIUSEPPE VERDI The rustic, sun-scorched hills of Tuscany intertwine with gnarled vines and olive groves, framed by solitary rows of fig trees, eac...