If you’ve had the opportunity to work with tonka beans, you know they have a heavenly aroma: a blend of vanilla-like essence with undertones of tobacco, pistachio, and musk. In other words, they are perfect for perfumery! The dilemma is how to get that delicious scent into a perfume. It turns out, a simple alcohol extraction is the key! Then add pure organic vetiver essential oil and a touch of sandalwood to this aromatic base, and you have a luscious, warm, sultry homemade perfume.
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