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Lavender vs Lavandin: What’s the Difference? | Provençal Scent Tour
Take a deep dive into the world of lavender, lavandin, and other Provençal aromatics in this on-location video from Provence! I'm sitting down with Amber from SCA3P, a cooperative that works with over 200 farmers to produce 100% natural essential oils used in perfumery, aromatherapy, cosmetics, and more.
In this video, we:
- Compare lavender, lavandin, and spike lavender
- Smell real raw ingredients like clary sage, coriander, hyssop, and immortelle
- Learn how these ingredients are used in perfumes
- Connect everything to Provence, a fragrance from Nissaba by perfumer Sebastian Cresp
If you're a fragrance lover, essential oil geek, or just curious about where perfume ingredients come from, this is a must-watch!
👃 Have you smelled these raw ingredients before? Please drop a comment below and let me know your favorites.
📕 YouTube Chapters / Timestamps
0:00 - Intro & Meet Amber
Sebastian introduces the video and Amber from SCA3P, a cooperative in Provence specializing in essential oils.
0:34 - What is SCA3P?
Amber explains the cooperative, the farmers involved, and the industries they supply.
1:16 - Lavender vs Lavandin Explained
The difference between lavender and lavandin, including their uses in perfumery and functional fragrances.
2:59 - Other Aromatic Crops Grown
Introduction to other herbs: clary sage, immortelle, coriander, hyssop.
3:49 - Smelling Lavandin Grosso
Sebastian and Amber smell lavandin grosso and discuss camphor content and common usage.
6:03 - Fine Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia)
Smelling true fine lavender, comparing it to lavandin and noting its more refined profile.
7:47 - Spike Lavender (Lavandula Latifolia)
Spiky and camphor-heavy, closer to eucalyptus. Great educational contrast.
8:35 - Lavender Varieties Recap
Discussion about common lavender misconceptions and various hybrids.
8:43 - Diva Lavender (Lavandula Clone)
Smelling Diva Lavender, a cloned variety of fine lavender, with mushroomy and cheesy nuances.
9:27 - Clary Sage
Dry, hay-like, crisp. Amber explains its drying process and connection to masculine fragrances.
10:20 - Coriander Seed
Bright, fizzy, citrus-spicy aroma. Distinct from the leafy herb.
10:55 - Hyssop (Hysope)
Super strong, camphoraceous, used minimally in perfumery due to potency.
11:33 - Helichrysum (Immortelle)
Curry-like, sweet, tobacco, honeyed. Used in both perfumery and cosmetics.
12:35 - Smelling Nisaba ‘Provence’
Smelling the finished fragrance that ties all the raw materials together. Discussion of its refinement and fougère-like profile.
13:32 - Final Thoughts & Outro
Amber talks about working with major and indie fragrance companies and how the coop supports farmers.
DISCLAIMER: This video is self-funded and not sponsored. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through the links provided. Thank you for the support! All opinions are my own. Fragrance is personal, so always sample before you buy because what works for me might not work for you.
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