The Magical Scents Of The Jungle

"Mystic Scent of the Americas", the perfume MAYA reflects the blend of tropical flowers of plumeria, chucum blossoms, dog jasmines as described earlier in Mayan poetry, with the distinctive scent of burning copal resin. It has also incorporated two wonderful aromas originating in Mexico, those of Vanilla and Chocolate.

The word Chocolate has an Aztec derivation, and indeed when Emperor Montezuma wanted the sixteenth century equivalent of a slush ice he sent runners to the volcanic mountain-top of Popacatapetl, near the Aztec capital city Tenochtitlan, to collect snow. This was sprinkled liberally with cocoa and vanilla to create a cooling tasty treat fit for a King. ‘Xocolatl’ - a bitter frothy drink made with chocolate, was also beloved by the Aztec ruler. Most of the world’s cocoa, from which chocolate is derived, is grown in a narrow belt 10 degrees either side of the Equator, and includes now, as well as South America,West Africa Malaysia and Indonesia.

The Mayas too revered chocolate aroma, and chocolate’s Latin name “Theobroma”, means “God food.” Vanilla is a well-loved aroma the world over, and one of the theories for its ready appreciation by all is that it has a smell reminiscent of mother’s breast milk. The main plant species harvested for vanillin is Vanilla planifolia. Although it was originally only native to Mexico, it is now widely grown throughout the tropics, with the world’s largest producer being the island of Madagascar

Thus Maya is a fitting tribute to both the deities and the wearer. If you’re seeking a mate, wearing Maya will find plenty of men willing to sacrifice themselves on your altar of love. But if you’re simply wanting to make a statement, then Maya puts the ancient Gods firmly on your side.

Specifications:

• Size: 1.7oz (50ml) - Eau De Perfume (EDP)
• Gender: Female
• Family: Soft Oriental
• Head Notes: Copal Incense. 
• Heart Notes: Night Blooming Jasmine.
• Soul Notes: Chocolate, Vanilla.
• Perfumer: Jorge Lee (Columbia)

Some fragrances in the same family:

• Ambre Sultan (Serge Lutens & Palais Royal Shiseido)
• Opium (Yves St Laurent)
• Youth Dew (Estee Lauder)
• Maja (Myrurgia)
• Coco (Chanel)

Scents of Time perfumes are made of the highest quality ingredients currently available. Their fine fragrance last quite long without the typical "chemical after smell" many cheap perfumes have. None of these perfumes are tested on animals or contain animal products.

To read more about the discovery and recreation of MAYA

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