French Cosmetics, Perfume plus Bath and Body Luxuries
Your personal escape. A luxurious bath to calm and
sooth. Light a candle scented to fit any mood and drift away. French perfume history goes back centuries.
France continues to create some of the most memorable fragrances in the world. Fragrance
candle light can dramatically alter your mood. Create your own home spa and escape.
You deserve it. Scroll down for the history of perfume, perfume classics and new
introductions or go directly to Pursoma,
Albeit, Guerlain,
French Perfume,
Diptyque Fragrance and Scented Candles
Baudelaire
Formed in 1987, Baudelaire was established to bring
high-quality, handmade soaps and skincare products-crafted in Europe with
authentic local traditions-to an American public. Bolstered by artisans on this
side of the Atlantic, the brand continues to source from many of the same
apothecaries, laboratories and workshops today.
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Baudelaire Cedar Bath Brush |
Baudelaire Cedar Nail Brush |
Baudelaire Cedar Complexion Brush |
| This whole-body bath brush stimulates circulation and good health,
making your evening soak the essential means to glowing skin. |
Crafted to gently cleanse and massage the hands and feet, this
boar-bristled brush will leave your skin glowing from palm to fingertip
and from heel to toe. |
Designed for deep cleaning the face and neck, this brush provides a
gentle massage to promote a dewy, healthy complexion. |
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Baudelaire Small Wool Sponge |
| Need more scrubbing power? Add this natural sea wool sponge to your
skincare arsenal. Once considered a luxury to the ancient Romans, these
bacteria- resistant scrubbers produce a rich lather while thoroughly
cleansing the body. Naturally derived sea wool. USA |
A Middle English term meaning "although it be,"
Albeit is devoted to everyday glamour and the belief that confidence is a
woman's greatest accessory. The line invokes the Art Deco style of the 1920s and
30s, with products inspired by the romance, elegance, functionality and
modernity of the era.
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Albeit Contour Kit |
Albeit Shimmer Palette |
Albeit Powder Brush |
| This all-in-one highlighting and contour kit consists of three
universal, blendable mineral powders that sculpt and bronze your facial
features for refined and flattering definition. Bamboo powder and
spherical silica create excellent glide in application, absorb excess
oil and provide a radiant, velvety matte finish. |
This all-in-one blush and bronzer kit consists of three universal,
blendable mineral powders that create a lustrous, sun-kissed,
oh-so-flattering glow. |
Master artful powder application with non-porous bristles designed
with a full shape for an even dusting. |
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Albeit All Over Face Brush |
Albeit Buffing Brush |
Albeit Contour & Cheek Brush |
| Equal parts fluffy and rotund, this powder player seamlessly sweeps
on dry foundation, setting powder and bronzer. |
A true utility player for creating a flawless face, this makeup bag
must-have expertly applies powder and liquid foundation in equal
measure. |
This multitasking tool features tapered, shortened bristles that
make applying powders, creams and even liquid blush and bronzer a
breeze. |
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Albeit Shimmer Stick |
Albeit Foundation Brush |
Albeit Cheek Stick |
| Adds a sheer, luminous glow to cheeks, eyes, lips and body |
Apply your favorite liquid or cream-based concealers and primers
with ease - this tool's arc-shaped bristles are designed for optimal
blending. |
This translucent gel stick will have you looking askance at your
powder blush. Silicone powder allows for a soft application and a silky
feel, while a luminous gel structure leaves your face dewy and flushed.
Dab and blend for easy sculpting and instant touch-ups. |
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Albeit Lipstick |
Albeit Lip Scrub
Albeit Nourishing Lip Balm |
Albeit Lip Balm Tube |
| Blended with moisturizing argan oil and antioxidant-rich vitamin E,
this lightweight formula can be swiped on for a luminous splash of
color, or layered for a high-impact pout. |
This unique lip treatment exfoliates with sugar crystals and
moisturizes with argan oil and aloe, giving your lips a soft and healthy
glow. Blended with argan and marula oils, this luxurious formula creates
a soft, glowy pout. |
Blended with argan and marula oils - and packaged in an
easy-application tube - this luxurious formula creates a soft, glowy
pout. |
Since 2014, the wellness gurus at Pursoma have
offered a wide range of products that relieve the stress our minds and bodies
endure every day. Each detoxifying mask, scrub and soak draws upon centuries of
Ayurvedic and holistic medicine to rejuvenate from the inside out. France
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Pursoma Apres Savasana Soak |
Pursoma Hot Tub Bath |
Pursoma Detox Beauty Jute Dry Brush |
| Thoughtfully crafted for a post-yoga soak, this all-natural blend
replenishes nutrients, centers the mind and restores tranquility to the
spirit. Each steam-distilled, aromatic blend - including juniper berry,
frankincense and cedarwood - is chosen for its ability to guide one's
thoughts to stillness, quiet and peace. |
This purifying treatment is particularly apt at countering the onset
of a seasonal cold or flu. Mineral-rich sea salt and pure
montmorillonite clay draw toxins from the pores, while organic ginger
root powder has a soothing, warming effect. |
This all-natural, easy-to-use body scrubber is crafted with
ethically harvested jute to stimulate blood flow, promote detoxification
and reduce dryness. We recommend using for five minutes a day - before
bathing or showering - to enhance the effects of your cleansers, oils
and treatments. |
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Pursoma Minerals De Mer Body Soak |
Pursoma Resurrection Bath |
Pursoma Digital Detox Bath |
| Rich minerals harvested from the seashore of Brittany, France offer
the opportunity to cleanse the body of toxins and restore spiritual
balance and peace of mind. Atlantic kelp contains fatty acids that
hydrate dry skin, while potent algae extracts work to nourish and soothe
from head to toe. |
Crafted from raw, pure ingredients harvested in France, this deeply
revitalizing bath treatment nourishes, hydrates and soothes. Its unique
formula features single origin montmorollite clay to absorb toxic
buildup, sea salt to stimulate circulation and soothing spirulina to
restore vitality with every soak. |
Crafted with two purifying French ingredients - green clay and
hand-harvested grey sea salt - this deeply revitalizing bath treatment
nourishes, hydrates and soothes as you unplug and unwind. Its unique
formula features single-origin montmorollite clay to absorb toxic
buildup while sea salt stimulates circulation. |
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Guerlain Imperial Bee Spray Bottle, 3.4 fl.oz. |
Guerlain Imperial Bee Bottle, 16.9 fl.oz. |
| Regal and aristocratic, this subtle blend was distilled by
Pierre-Francois-Pascal Guerlain for the Empress Eugenie, wife of
Napoleon III, and led to his appointment as purveyor of fine fragrances
to the Emperor. As tribute to its royal inspiration, the bottle bears
the Imperial Bee of the Napoleonic crest. Notes: Rosemary, Lavender,
Neroli, Citrus. |
Regal and aristocratic, this subtle blend was distilled by
Pierre-Francois-Pascal Guerlain for the Empress Eugenie, wife of
Napoleon III, and led to his appointment as purveyor of fine fragrances
to the Emperor. As tribute to its royal inspiration, the bottle bears
the Imperial Bee of the Napoleonic crest. Notes: Rosemary, Lavender,
Neroli, Citrus. Style: A stimulating and elegant fragrance. |
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Guerlain Les Parisiennes Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum, 125 mL |
Guerlain Les Délices De Bain Shower Gel, 6.7 oz. |
| All of the charm and impertinence of a young Parisienne. Smart,
elegant and carefree, she exudes a certain je-ne-sais-quoi that makes
her absolutely irresistible. An olfactory composition full of contrasts,
in which fresh green and lively citrus notes are gently rounded out by
softer marshmallow and white musk. The fragrance is showcased in the
iconic Bee bottle. Green Floral Mischievous, delicate, radiant. |
Guerlain shower gel Les Délices de Bain, with its delicious musky
citrus scent, transforms into luscious foam on contact with water. With
its pure and refined lines, the bottle, created specially for this
product line pays tribute to the famous Bee bottle. Les Délices de Bain
line celebrates the art of a complete fragrance experience. Guerlain has
created a body ritual for men and women alike. |
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Hermès Concentré Eau de Pamplemousse Rose Eau de Toilette Natural Spray,
3.3 fl. oz. |
Givenchy Dahlia Divin Eau de Parfum, 75 mL |
Hermès Le Jardin de Monsieur Li Eau de Toilette Spray, 1.6 oz. |
| With its classic approach favouring the liveliness and freshness of
citrus fruits, Eau de pamplemousse rose is distinctive for the modern way
it is written. The citrus theme of this novella, incarnated by grapefruit,
takes on a new brilliance when it comes into contact with roses.
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When gold meets fragrance. Timeless, Feminine & Luminous Design
Oh So Couture! White Flower Bouquet Jasmine Trio of Woods Patchouli Sandalwood
& Vetyver A Gourmet Fruity Edge Mirabelle Plum |
"I remembered the smell of ponds, the smell of jasmine, the smell of
wet stones, of plum trees, kumquats and giant bamboos. It was all there,
and in the ponds there were even carp steadily working towards their hundredth
birthday." Jean-Claude Ellena Le Jardin de Monsieur Li describes a Chinese
garden somewhere between reality and imagination. A place for meditation
where strolling is allied to thought, and every step sets the imagination
free. |
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Annick Goutal Petite Cherie Eau de Parfum, 100 mL |
Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine Cologne Absolue, 200 mL with Personalized
Travel Spray, 30 mL |
Annick GoutalUn Matin d'Orage Eau de Parfum, 100 mL |
| The perfume that reveals the passionate nature of Annick Goutal for
life. All the mystery of a heady chypre illuminated with Tuberose and Egyptian
Jasmine. |
"It was the kind of moment you would want to revisit. Everyone was here,
gathered on the terrace for breakfast, and the scent of fresh oranges was
diffusing in the yellow heat. A symphony of their laughter and waves hitting
the cliffs played in the air." Orange Sanguine, a zesty and energizing burst
of crushed ripe fruit, plays off sweet blood orange juice against bitter
orange peel and sensual notes of geranium. |
A sensual and voluptuous perfume evoking the scent of a gardenia a few
hours after the storm. An olfactory creation combining the sensuality of
white flowers, the sweetness of vanilla and bewitching notes of tuberose.
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When celebrities travel to Paris, they flock to the
Left Bank to stock up on Diptyque candles. Diptyque produced its first handmade
candles in 1963, infusing them with fresh botanical scents. Today, they're
widely acknowledged to be one of the world's finest candles.
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Diptyque EDP L'Ombre Dans Leau, 75 mL
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Tuberose Large |
La Madeleine Candle, 200g |
| A stroll through an English garden continues into the rose garden.
On a bed of moss, the voluptuous, sensual Damask roses spread their
petals, perched on their fresh stems. |
Enigmatic and beguiling, this heady flower deploys its captivating
sensuality at dusk. |
The three founders of Diptyque owned a property in Normandy known as
"Les Lilas." Once they learned that it had been the post office that
Marcel Proust used for his letters, an idea began to take shape—or
rather, the scent of an idea. One of a tasty madeleine lemony, delicate
and universally loved. Inspired by the famous creation from the house of
Dax Cazelle, this porcelain vessel is hand-crafted making each piece
unique. |
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Ambre Room Spray, 5 oz.
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34 collection, La Proveresse Candle, 220g |
Eau des Sens Eau de Toilette, 100 mL |
| Diptyque Amber Room Spray: Unique notes, both subtle and
enchantingly warm, woody, and leathery. Mythic, rare, and precious.
Gold, incense, or aphrodisiac spice. |
Named for a secluded footpath in Grasse, this warm scent transports
straight to the Mediterranean with notes of fig tree, cypress, and cedar
wood. |
Eau des Sens confuses the senses, like a piece of music, radiating
from the skin. A vital vibration in a harmony of orange blossom, bitter
orange, juniper berries, angelica and patchouli. |
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Ginger Room Spray, 5 oz. |
Eau des Sens Eau de Toilette, 50 mL |
Florabellio Eau de Toilette, 100 mL |
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The initial purity of freshly cut ginger envelops the senses completely.
It can be used to make any room more vibrant and livelier. It can be
used alone, as well as in a more confined space such as a wardrobe or
luggage. |
Orange Blossom, Juniper Berries, Patchouli Eau des Sens confuses the
senses, like a piece of music, radiating from the skin. A vital
vibration in a harmony of orange blossom, bitter orange, juniper
berries, angelica and patchouli. |
Florabellio is an olfactory landscape, a fragment of nostalgia,
breaking through the barriers between memories and reality. A glimpse of
nature, a path that leads from the woods to the shore. |
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Geranium Spray Eau de Toilette, 3.4 fl. oz.
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Diptyque 34 Le Redoute Candle, 220g |
Eau Plurielle Multiuse Fragrance, 200 mL |
| Geranium Odorata takes us into clusters of the crimson-coloured
flowers whose springtime blossoming announces the arrival of a sunny
season. The geranium is both a masculine and feminine flower, sharing
some scents with the rose. It is bright, fresh, crisp and diverse. |
A reinterpretation of a mysterious potpourri that could be found in
the original boutique when it first opened, Le Redouté fills the air with
the scent of flowers and spices. Cinnamon, clove and orange float
on a warm breeze over a bed of roses, cedar and amber. It comes in a matte
porcelain pot crafted entirely by hand using the "terre mêlée" (mixed clay)
technique, meaning every piece is unique. |
A light mist, recalls the scent of fresh linen laid on a bed of ivy
and Turkish roses held with seductive hesperidia and the quiet strength
of musk and wood. This crisp elegant scent will delicately perfume both
skin and fabric, as lovely lingering on your wrists as it is on your bed
linens.
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Ceramic Figuier Scented Candle |
Green Figuier Scented Candle |
Ceramic Baies Scented Candle |
| Diptyque teamed up with Virebent, a well-known porcelain
manufacturer established in 1924, to make its indoor/outdoor scented
candle. Earthenware was chosen for its rustic touch and handcrafted
look, and because it embodies and brings to life the brand's emblematic
oval. This Diptyque candle is made exclusively by hand, and take no
fewer than nine distinct operations. This five-wick Figuier-scented
candle recalls the warmth of fig wood, the freshness of its leaves and
the milky sap, prolonging the pleasure of Philosykos eau de toilette. |
The classic Figuier scent presented in a green glass container.
Figuier recalls the warmth of fig wood, the freshness of its leaves and
the milky sap. A companion to the Philosykos eau de toilette. |
Diptyque teamed up with Virebent, a well-known porcelain
manufacturer established in 1924, to make its indoor/outdoor scented
candle. Earthenware was chosen for its rustic touch and handcrafted
look, and because it embodies and brings to life the brand's emblematic
oval. This Diptyque candle is made exclusively by hand, and take no
fewer than nine distinct operations. This five-wick Baies scented candle
recalls a bouquet of roses and black currant leaves. |
Perfume history goes back to the
Cleopatra, Rome, Greece and the Far East. Francis I brought back Italian customs
of wearing scent (1525) and Catherine de Medici brought her own perfumer to France.
In the time of Louis XIV (1638-1715), France entered the competition and vied for
control the trade with the East for spices and aromatics. They planted aromatics
and under royal protection the French perfume industry was born and nurtured. His
personal perfumer made a special scent for him each day. In Grasse, perfume
existed since the Middle Ages to cover the odor of leather gloves, and was
extended to soap made from olive oil produced there. Soon even wigs were powdered
with fragrance. The 18th century popularized potpourri in Sèvres porcelain;
eau de cologne (originally scented spirits brought back from Cologne during the
Seven Years War); blending for more complex fragrances; and
crystal perfume bottles. The industry declined
during the French Revolution, but was enhanced by Napoleon both through organic
chemistry and his own use of several bottles a day!
Perfume Basics: Fragrance consists
of essential oils and alcohol. Essential oils carry the true scent and are
costly. There are no international "rules" on definitions and required percentage
of essential oil, but the concentration is progressively less from parfum
(French)/perfume (highest), eau de parfum, eau de toilette, cologne (least), and
the prices will reflect this. Body products ("fragrance layering") are good
for your skin and make your fragrance last longer. Usually, body creme will be "perfumed"
while other products are "fragranced."
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