My Story

Our sense of smell is incredibly powerful—just one scent can instantly transport us back to a memory from long ago.

At the heart of this is the olfactory bulb, a small organ at the base of the brain that not only helps us detect smells but also connects them to emotions stored in our limbic system. This is how scent memories can last a lifetime, shaping our feelings and behaviour.

Virginia Di Somma, founder and perfumer of THE OLFACTORY, began exploring the healing and emotional benefits of pure essential oils after learning about the risks of synthetic ingredients used in conventional perfumes.

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