Thursday, March 7, 2019

Pervenche de Chine c1906

Pervenche de Chine by Roger et Gallet: launched in 1906. "Periwinkle of China", referring to the pink flowers.



Saturday, October 4, 2014

Roger et Gallet Perfume Advertisement 1958

Roger et Gallet Perfume Advertisement for 1958, showing perfume/toiletry presentations and gift sets. Scents shown: Blue Carnation (Oeillet Bleu), Fleurs d'Amour, Sandalwood, Jean Marie Farina.


Thursday, June 27, 2013

Salvia by Roger et Gallet c1911

Salvia by Roger et Gallet: launched in 1911.




Fragrance Composition:


So what does it smell like? It is classified as an aromatic herbal fragrance for men and women.
  • Top notes: clary sage, bergamot, lavender, lemon
  • Middle notes: orange blossom, jasmine, rose, hawthorn, pepper
  • Base notes: amber, oakmoss, patchouli, cedar, musk, sandalwood, vetiver


Bottles:










Fate of the Fragrance:


Discontinued, date unknown.

Santalia by Roger et Gallet c1904

Santalia by Roger et Gallet: launched in 1904 . Most people might remember it better as a hair oil. It was very popular in India.