Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria NovellaMagnolia

Untouched by time, its singularity intact, Magnolia Grandiflora has astounded all ages; a remarkable evergreen surviving from the prehistoric period. This same inspirational spirit lies at the heart of Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella's creation of Magnolia - Eau de Parfum. Even the 18th century Villa Medici di Castello, home to the famous Medici family, is enriched by its presence, gracefully adorned in its gardens. OLFACTIVE NOTES Top Notes: White rose, geranium Middle Notes : Magnolia grandiflora, magnolia champaca, jasmine sambac Base Notes: Amber, musk ABOUT SANTA MARIA NOVELLA Established in 1221 in Florence, the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella originates from the Dominican friars who founded the Santa Maria Novella convent and cultivated a remarkable garden. This marked the beginning of their expertise in pharmacopoeia and natural preparations. Over time, this knowledge expanded to encompass cosmetics, fragrances, and wellness products, making Santa Maria Novella a renowned name in these realms. In 1533, a young Catherine de Medici embarked on her journey to marry the future king of France, accompanied by a retinue that included a perfumer named Renato Bianco. Renato, later known as René le Florentin, brought the ancient wisdom of Florence's essence-makers to Paris, spreading the noble art of perfume throughout the world. Acqua di Santa Maria Novella, also known as Acqua della Regina or the "Queen's Water," is the oldest fragrance from the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, paying homage to the love-filled gift that Caterina bestowed upon France.