Natural perfume & organic eau de parfum

Choosing a natural perfume

A natural perfume takes its scent from plant oils and resins rather than synthetic fragrance molecules. Most perfumes list only "parfum" on the label, which can cover many ingredients. Haoma names every ingredient in full on each bottle, so you know exactly what you are wearing. Haoma makes the five perfumes here, and it was checked for its ingredients and where its oils come from before joining Ziracle. Natural scents tend to sit closer to the skin, so they suit offices and anyone who prefers a softer fragrance.

Organic perfume, single notes and blends

Haoma makes each organic perfume here with essential oils that are certified organic, in 50ml sprays. The single note scents are lavender, orange and ylang ylang, each built around one essential oil. No 1 blends geranium and palmarosa with patchouli and cedarwood, and the frankincense and myrrh scent is deep, smoky and woody. Haoma says 96% of its orange eau de parfum is certified organic. Try a single note first, then move to a blend once you know what you like.

Vegan perfume and wearing it

Every vegan perfume in the range is free from animal-derived ingredients, and the full list is on each listing. Spray onto pulse points such as your wrists, neck and behind the ears, and do not rub, which breaks the scent down faster. Natural perfume fades sooner than many synthetic scents, so reapply during the day and keep a bottle in your bag.

Storing natural perfume and gifting

Keep bottles in a cool, dark place, such as a drawer, rather than on a sunny windowsill or in the bathroom, so the oils stay fresh for longer. Close the cap after each use. A bottle from Haoma makes a thoughtful Christmas present, and a single note is a safe pick if you are unsure of someone's taste. Lavender and orange are the easiest to wear, while frankincense and myrrh suits someone who likes a deeper, wintry scent. Women's Fragrance has aromatherapy blends, Aromatherapy has rollers and oils for a diffuser, Beauty Gifts has more presents, and Eco swaps for beauty: The ones that actually work has more ideas.