HOW TO WEAR AN EXTRAIT
Wearing an Extrait: What to Know
Our fragrances are composed as extraits — the most concentrated form of fragrance.
They are designed to last, evolve, and reveal themselves over time. Because of their concentration, they are meant to be worn differently than most department-store fragrances.
Begin with one spray.
Apply to warm skin and allow the fragrance to settle for 10–15 minutes before adding more.
Placement matters.
For a softer presence, apply to:
- the back of the neck
- inside the elbows
- wrists (tap, do not rub)
For more presence, apply:
- one spray at the base of the neck
- or one spray to the chest, under clothing
Less at first. More if desired.
Extraits are designed to unfold. What may feel bold at first often becomes beautiful and balanced as it dries down.
This is fragrance with presence.
Not rushed.
Not fleeting.
Not meant to disappear.
THE ART OF THE EXTRAIT
THE ART OF THE EXTRAIT
By SereneB., Parfumeuse de Vérité
It Begins With the Perfumer
At SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS, I create extrait de parfum because it gives me the freedom to paint with intensity—to tell stories that unfold slowly, beautifully, and truthfully on the skin. An extrait is not a formula; it is an experience. It is art.
What Sets an Extrait Apart
The extrait de parfum concentration contains the highest level of aromatic oils—often 25–40%. Unlike eau de parfum or cologne, an extrait is designed to linger, evolve, and connect with your natural warmth.
What you experience in the first moment—what some may call “too strong”—is simply the truth of an extrait revealing itself. That first impression is the top note awakening, a rush of concentrated beauty that soon settles into the quiet elegance of its heart and base.
So yes, you may smell it as soon as your package arrives. That’s the sign of a living fragrance—a perfume that breathes before you even open the bottle.
Extraits are for those who need everything from their fragrance: performance, sophistication, and the poetry of evolution. They are for the men and women who command rooms, who move intentionally, and who understand that luxury is not loud—it’s lasting.
The Maison Difference
Luxury houses may charge hundreds—or even thousands—for their extrait de parfum. But what you purchase there, while beautiful, is not the same as what you receive from the Maison SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS.
We don’t mass-produce. We don’t dilute. We don’t rush.
Our “juice” tells a story—crafted by hand, not by machine—and if you give it time, it rewards you with layers of radiance and depth.
True extraits those composed with integrity, fine raw materials, and an artistic hand are rarely available to the public. They are reserved for collectors, celebrities, or the most privileged clientele. Until now.
Because SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS exists for those who believe everyone deserves access to artistry.
Extraits perform differently. A single spray is enough.
Apply to pulse points, wrists (don't rub them together), behind the ears, the base of the throat, chest, and even lightly through the hair. Allow the fragrance to breathe; let the story unfold.
In the language of perfumery:
- Sillage is the trail your fragrance leaves behind.
- Projection is how far it reaches.
- Longevity is how long it stays with you.
Our extraits are composed to master all three without ever shouting.
A Final Word from the Perfumer
True extraits are not for everyone. They are for those who seek depth, not distraction. For those who understand that strength, when refined, becomes elegance.
Each bottle from SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS carries that truth crafted in small quantities, touched by hand, and designed to evolve like the person who wears it.
Because at the Maison SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS, we believe beauty should whisper at first and then stay gracefully, powerfully with you.
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L'ABSOLU DE PARFUM
What is a Parfum Absolu?
A Parfum Absolu often called pure perfume is the most concentrated and enduring form of fragrance. While other compositions like eau de parfum or cologne contain more alcohol and less fragrance essence, a parfum absolu holds a higher concentration of aromatic compounds, resulting in a deeper, longer-lasting experience on the skin.
At SANCTUAIRE DE FLEURS, our parfum absolu formulations contain 25–30% pure fragrance, blended with precision to honor both strength and softness. These fragrances are composed to wear closer to the body, unfolding slowly over time and lingering with grace.
Because of their intensity and quality, parfum absolus do not require over-application. A few deliberate sprays are enough to leave a meaningful impression — one that whispers rather than shouts.
A parfum absolu is not simply worn.
It is experienced, remembered, and carried.
EAU DE PARFUM 8%-20%
When shopping for fragrances you will find this is the most common offering to consumers. Depending on your body chemistry, EDP will last a few hours, perhaps the entire day.
EAU DE TOILETTE 4%-8%
This one is a little tricky. Eau de Toilette is a muted version of Eau de Parfum. Many of the fragrance houses you know offer Eau de Toilette as a less expensive and lighter version; however, Eau de Toilette is not always made up of the same notes as Eau de Parfum, so the fragrance carries differently due to its structure. Remember fragrance is art. It's all about what you like and prefer.
COLOGNE 2%-4%
When most think of cologne they think of a fragrance made for men. Cologne was traditionally worn by men who splashed it on as a freshener. Of course today we know, that both men and women wear cologne. It's all about preference. Some prefer colognes in the summer months because colognes tend to be lighter, evaporating more quickly, and the fragrance doesn't linger, but remember fragrance is art and the beauty is in the wearer.