The history of perfume dates back thousands of years, with various cultures around the world using aromatic plants and natural ingredients to create fragrances for personal adornment, rituals, and religious ceremonies. 

The use of fragrance was deeply ingrained in ancient culture. Egyptians utilized essential oils, resins, and plant extracts for perfumes, cosmetics, and religious rituals. Perfumed oils were used for anointing the body, and they believed that scents had protective and spiritual significance. The Sumerians and Babylonians also valued fragrances. They used oils, herbs, and spices to create perfumes and incenses for religious ceremonies, healing practices, and personal adornment.

The Greeks were known for their appreciation of fragrances. They used perfumes made from floral essences and herbs, and scents were an integral part of daily life, ranging from personal grooming to religious ceremonies. Romans were avid users of perfumes, often applying fragrances as a form of luxury and social status. They imported exotic ingredients and used floral, herbal, and resinous scents.

During the Middle Ages, the knowledge of perfumery was preserved and passed down by various cultures, including Islamic scholars, who played a significant role in advancing distillation techniques for essential oils.

The Renaissance period witnessed a revival of interest in classical knowledge, including perfumery. Perfumed gloves and sachets became fashionable, and elaborate scent bottles and containers were created.

The 18th century saw the rise of more refined extraction techniques, such as solvent extraction, enfleurage, and maceration. European perfumers created complex and layered scents that became popular among the elite.

The late 19th century marked the industrialization of perfumery with advancements in synthetic chemistry. Synthetic aroma compounds were developed, expanding the possibilities for creating fragrances. Natural perfumery persisted alongside synthetic fragrances, with a focus on using botanical ingredients and essential oils to create unique, artisanal scents.

The late 20th century and early 21st century witnessed a renewed interest in natural perfumery due to growing awareness of environmental and health concerns related to synthetic ingredients. Natural perfumers use high-quality essential oils, absolutes, and botanical extracts to create fragrances that capture the essence of nature while adhering to ethical and sustainable practices.