If temptation had a scent, it would definitely smell like this. It all begins with a sharp, spicy opening led by red berries. Iris ignites the fragrance by unleashing its velvety-soft dark floral facets. Vanilla and incense reveal dense smooth notes, setting the heart alight and turning up the temperature. Before a balanced blend of sandalwood, amber and musk captivates us with its warm and balsamic notes. Admit it, you’ve got a burning desire to smell it!

How is iris processed?

Iris is the blue gold of perfumery. The flower, with its delicious aromas of chocolate, is not the part processed; it’s actually the root of this flower that gives the absolute. Here, patience is a virtue since it takes six years to produce this ingredient! After spending three years growing in the ground, the iris must then be dried for three more years so its fragrance can develop. The roots are crushed into a fine powder, then the “orris butter” is extracted from them using volatile solvents. When washed, it gives the absolute so sought-after by perfumers. It issues slightly woody and dry notes with accents of violet and powdery hints. It can even smell quite carrot-like. Yes, you read that right! These facets are renowned for their ability to make compositions more refined and powerful. This flower has always had a special place in people’s hearts. In Greek mythology, the iris was thought to be the messenger of the gods.

Are you familiar with balsamic notes?

Another perfume-specific phrase! Let us explain and you’ll be an expert, we promise. The word “balsamic” is used to describe smooth, sweet and warm amber and vanilla scents with subtle animalistic or musky notes. They generally come from natural resins or gums like myrrh, frankincense, styrax, benzoin, balsam of Peru, and Copahu balsam. We love them because they bring a touch of mystery to a fragrance, add softness, warmth and body, and most importantly make base notes last longer.

Where does frankincense come from?

To get frankincense resin, you need to cut into the tree – a bit barbaric, we agree! The trees grow in hot and arid soil in places like Sudan, Ethiopia, Yemen and Somalia. Oliban – another name for frankincense – releases a heady but beautiful aroma. It has camphoric, waxy, mineral, spicy and even peppery facets. We particularly like the depth that it brings to a creation as soon as it appears.

How to use it: 

Spritz on pulse points like wrists, neck, behind ears, and inner elbows to make your fragrance last longer.

Ingredients: 

Alcohol denat., fragrance, water, linalool, coumarin, citronellol, limonene, geraniol, citral, benzyl benzoate. 84 % vol.

Cruelty Free

Top Red berries Geranium

Heart Incense Vanilla

Base Amber Sandalwood Musk

All our orders are dispatched via Royal Mail. Our aim is to process your orders as quickly as possible.

UK Delivery

Please note: some delays are expected due to the current situation and the volume of mail couriers are dealing with.

We Offer FREE UK standard delivery on orders over £50
You should receive your order within 3 to 5 working days. 

Overseas Delivery

Orders to Europe are charged £16 for postage. 

Please allow 5 – 7 working days for delivery to Europe. 
Please note the following items cannot be shipped internationally:
Nail Varnish or polish over 30ml
Perfumes and aftershaves and sanitisers

Pick Up in Store
You can choose to collect your online order in store free of charge, 6 days per week. All Click and Collect orders will be available to collect from either of our stores:
Moonflower - 55 High Street, Stroud, GL5 1AS
Moonflower Too - 13 High Street, Stroud, GL5 1AZ
When collecting, please bring along your order details.
We are open 9.30-5pm Monday - Saturday.
To help keep our staff and other customers safe, we kindly ask that you wear a mask where required, sanitise and observe social distancing. Thank you.

Packaging
As part of our commitment to the environment, we re-use packaging where-ever possible. Your order will still be packed with care and love.

 

Delivery Queries 

My order has not arrived, where is it?
If your order has not reached you within our estimated delivery period, it could be for the following reasons:

• Royal Mail has experienced a delay
• Royal Mail has made a delivery attempt and has left you a calling card
• Your parcel has been left with a neighbour or left in the safe place that you specified when placing your    order

If none of the above apply or you still cannot locate your package, please email info@moonflowershops.co.uk or phone 01453 759297