Roses of Tunisia
The Scent of a Precious Moment
Every May, at sunrise, the skilled hands of harvesters carefully pick roses blooming in the fields of Kairouan, Tunisia.
The roses must be harvested before they fully open, as that is when their fragrance is at its most intense. This is why the picking takes place in the early hours of the morning, a precious moment, essential to capturing the purest scent.
A fleeting bloom, a rare perfume, a tradition passed down through generations. At Maison de Senteurs, we celebrate this harvest like a treasure: it gives life to our most delicate creations, where the rose reveals all its freshness and sensuality
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FAQ
Most Frequently
Asked Questions
About Roses and Their Scent
Why is the scent of rose so popular?
The rose’s fragrance is cherished for its softness, elegance, and emotional resonance. It often evokes love, romance, and tenderness. Each rose variety has its own unique scent: some are fresh and citrusy, others are more velvety or powdery
What’s the difference between Damask rose, Centifolia rose, and wild rose?
The Damask rose has a strong, spicy scent and is widely used in perfumery. The Centifolia rose (also called May rose) has a soft, honeyed fragrance and is cultivated mainly in Grasse,France. The wild rose has a more subtle, green scent. The variety of rose significantly influences the final olfactory profile.
How is perfume made from roses?
Rose fragrance is mainly extracted through steam distillation to produce essential oil, or through solvent extraction to obtain rose absolute. It takes several tons of petals to make just one liter of essence, making this a rare and valuable ingredient.
When do roses smell the strongest during the day?
Roses are most fragrant early in the morning, just before or during blooming. That’s why harvesting for perfume usually happens at dawn, when cool air best preserves the delicate aromatic compounds.