Once upon a time, perfume was a luxury only kings and queens could afford. The technology of fragrance originally involved crushing up flowers, until the French perfected the technique of extracting ...

There’s a reason roses are the ultimate symbol of love and affection. Yes, the blooms are beautiful, but the aroma of roses is just as intoxicating. One sniff makes you feel instantly appreciated and ...

One of the most ancient chemical operations carried out by humans is probably extracting aroma and flavor components from dried plant material. One of the most common examples is preparing a cup of ...

Longmont has a new company that aims to bring oil extraction safely to the kitchen counter. That’s oil as in essential oils that a consumer or small business uses for cooking, creating fragrances for ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Celia Shatzman writes about fashion, beauty and grooming. This article is more than 7 years old. Think Valentine’s Day, and ...