LA PERLA MAYA - YUCATÁN Eau de Parfum

The vibrant spirit of Yucatán. A burst of zesty, tangy freshness that kicks things off. It's the note that snaps and awakens the senses, evoking the lively flavors of the peninsula.

Origine & récolte
Our journey takes us to the sun-drenched orchards of Veracruz, where farmers harvest the lemons while still green to maximize the concentration of essential oil. It's a story of expertise, where the precise moment of harvest determines the quality of the essence.

History & Origins
Originally from Asia, the lime has found its ideal environment in Latin America, and more specifically in Mexico, which is the world's leading producer. It is a cornerstone of local culture and gastronomy.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
Essential in the kitchen and cocktails (Ceviche, Margarita), lime is also a major ingredient in Eau de Cologne and hesperidic perfumes for its unparalleled freshness.

The Ingredient's Signature
A green, tart burst, like peel crushed under the sun: lime snaps in the opening, fresh, bright and full of light.

Impact
Agroforestry cultivation practiced by our partners helps preserve local biodiversity and maintain soil health.

Under the Veracruz sun, the fruit is bursting with life. Its pressed zest, a promise of endless celebration. A sparkling freshness, pure energy, The first chord of a wild symphony.

I worked with this lime essential oil, obtained by expression, to preserve all its vibrancy. Unlike distilled essential oil, it retains that freshly squeezed zest sensation, essential for the 'cocktail' effect and to energize the floral bouquet.

For Perla Maya, we needed a beginning that evokes the harsh light of Mexico. Lime, with its bitterness and vibrancy, was obvious. It's the freshness that contrasts with the heat of the solar flowers.

Information is provided for guidance only. Lime essential oil may be photosensitizing. Avoid sun exposure after application. Contains allergens (limonene, citral).

Also called 'Pink Pepper', this ingredient is not a pepper at all. It's a berry that brings a spicy, fresh, peppery and slightly floral note. It's the spark that ignites the fragrance.

Origine & récolte
Our journey takes us to the Peruvian highlands, where Schinus molle grows wild. Harvesting the pink berry clusters is a delicate process, carried out manually by local communities possessing ancestral expertise in knowing the ideal time to pick for optimal quality.

History & Origins
The 'false pepper tree' (Schinus molle) is native to South America. Its berries flavoured the ritual drinks of the Incas. They were introduced to Europe as a decorative spice before winning over perfumers.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
Long used as simple culinary decoration, pink berries have become a choice ingredient in fine perfumery since the 1990s, bringing a new spicy freshness, different from traditional spices.

The Ingredient's Signature
Little pink pearls that crackle like sparks: pink peppercorns give the opening a soft, fresh and fruity pepper, a touch of liveliness on the skin.

Impact
The cultivation of this hardy tree helps combat soil erosion in the arid regions of the Andes.

On the high plateaus of the Andes, a sacred tree. Its pink berries, a peppery and delicate treasure. A surprising freshness, a refined spice, The joyful pungency of a brilliance.

I used supercritical CO2 extraction for the pink berries. This technique yields an exceptionally pure extract, perfectly capturing the pungent and fruity sensation of the fresh berry, without the heavier notes of traditional distillation.

Pink berries bring the unexpected twist in the top notes. They extend the freshness of the lime while introducing the spicy theme of the fragrance. It's an elegant and modern note.

The information is provided for informational purposes only. A fragrance is a cosmetic product. Cannot substitute for medical advice.

The most carnal flower in the perfumer's palette. Tuberose is a white flower with a narcotic, opulent and creamy fragrance. It possesses a fascinating duality, with solar, almost coconut facets, and greener, camphoraceous notes and a captivating animality.

Origine & récolte
The journey takes us to the state of Tamil Nadu. Harvesting takes place from dawn to mid-morning. Women walk through the fields, delicately picking the flower buds that will open during the day, releasing their intoxicating fragrance. The flowers are then transported to the factory to be processed the same day, so as not to lose any of their olfactory richness.

History & Origins
Native to Mexico, tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa) was cultivated by the Aztecs. Introduced to Europe in the 16th century, it fascinated royal courts. Legend has it that during the Renaissance, young girls were forbidden to walk in tuberose gardens in the evening, so troubling was its scent considered.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
The quintessential flower of seduction, tuberose has graced some of history's greatest perfumes, such as 'Fracas' by Piguet. Today, it continues to fascinate perfumers who reinterpret it in modern creations, exploring all its facets, from the most innocent to the most venomous.

The Ingredient's Signature
A white flower, creamy and heady, filling the air like a summer evening: tuberose unfolds a heart that is milky, floral and very sensual.

Impact
Supporting these sectors means preserving unique agricultural expertise and ensuring stable incomes for thousands of smallholder families.

In the fields of India, at golden twilight, The white wax flower exhales its treasure. A carnal scent, a powerful setting, The ultimate seduction, the most troubling accord.

Working with tuberose is like sculpting a precious material. You have to master its power so it doesn't become overwhelming. I sought to exalt its creamy and solar notes, combining them with the softness of ylang-ylang and sandalwood, while retaining just enough of its initial greenness to keep it vibrant and alive.

Tuberose is the heart of Perla Maya. It's a flower that doesn't lie, it's opulent, solar and incredibly sensual. We chose an absolute from India for its richness and warmth, which evokes skin warmed by the Yucatán sun. It's the fragrance of a modern goddess.

The information is provided for guidance only. A perfume is a cosmetic product. Tuberose absolute may contain allergens.

The flower of flowers". Ylang-Ylang is the quintessential sunny flower. Its fragrance is an explosion of tropical sensuality, with heady floral notes, ripe banana fruity facets, and a creamy, spicy warmth.

Origine & récolte
The journey takes us to Anjouan Island. At sunrise, women with precise movements gather the star-shaped yellow flowers, one by one. Witnessing this ballet is to understand the preciousness of each drop of essential oil.

History & Origins
Native to Southeast Asia, Ylang-Ylang was introduced to the Indian Ocean islands at the beginning of the 20th century. The Comoros quickly became the world's leading producer of high-quality oil, thanks to unique fractional distillation expertise.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
Traditionally used in hair ointments in Indonesia, Ylang-Ylang is now a mainstay of luxury perfumery, renowned for its role in iconic perfumes such as Chanel N°5.

The Ingredient's Signature
A yellow flower, creamy and sunny, bright as a golden wave: ylang-ylang melts on the skin with a floral, fruity and lightly spicy softness, like a ray of setting sun.

Impact
Each bottle sold helps fund better stills, replant trees, and preserve the unique biodiversity of the Comoros Islands.

On volcanic earth where time stretches, The star flower exhales a languid sigh. Humid heat, heavy air, promise of desire, Ylang-Ylang is a journey, a slow pleasure.

Ylang-Ylang is the ideal partner for tuberose. It shares its sunny signature but with a spicy (clove) and slightly medicinal facet that gives it relief. My work was to use it to amplify the 'sun-warmed skin' aspect of the fragrance, creating a floral heart of extreme opulence and sensuality.

Ylang-Ylang is Perla Maya's touch of exotic sunshine. We chose a 'Complete' quality from the Comoros, sourced by Behave Sourcing for its richness and ethical commitment. It brings that solar warmth and creamy roundness that envelops the tuberose and makes it even more addictive.

The information is given for guidance only. A perfume is a cosmetic product. Ylang-Ylang essential oil contains potentially allergenic compounds.

The soft gold of winter. Mimosa offers a fragrance of unparalleled powdery softness and texture. Its notes are green, honeyed, with a facet reminiscent of cucumber and almond. It's a delicate and comforting note, bringing a touch of light and naturalness.

Origine & récolte
The journey takes us to the Mimosa Route in the middle of winter. The harvest is physical work, where the branches laden with golden pom-poms are cut by hand. They are then quickly processed to extract the absolute, a waxy substance with an intense fragrance.

History & Origins
Originally from Australia, the mimosa (Acacia dealbata) was introduced to the French Riviera in the 19th century. It adapted so well that it created the Tanneron forest massif, the largest mimosa forest in Europe. It has become a symbol of the region.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
Emblematic flower of the French Riviera's flower parades, mimosa is a precious raw material in perfumery, used for its powdery and honeyed notes in luxury floral and oriental compositions.

The Ingredient's Signature
A yellow pompom, powdery and sunny, soft as the down of a tiny flower: mimosa lights up the heart with a tender, pollen-like glow.

Impact
Supporting mimosa cultivation in the Tanneron means preserving a unique landscape and cultural heritage, as well as a specific ecosystem.

On the hills of Tanneron, winter is in bloom, A sun of pompoms, a gentle warmth. Its scent is a powder, a murmur of happiness, The promise of spring, which warms the heart.

Mimosa absolute is a very delicate material. It has this very characteristic green and cucumber facet that must be tamed. I used it to bring a powdery texture and a 'pollen' effect to the floral heart, giving it a very natural and less formal feel.

Mimosa is Perla Maya's touch of sweetness and light. It brings a powdery texture and a naturalness that balance the opulence of tuberose and ylang-ylang. It's the scent of winter sun on the French Riviera, a note full of hope and tenderness.

The information is provided for guidance only. A fragrance is a cosmetic product. Cannot replace medical advice.

The wood of serenity. Sandalwood offers a woody fragrance of unique softness and smoothness, with milky, creamy and comforting facets. It is an exceptional fixative that brings unparalleled richness and roundness to a composition.

Origine & récolte
It's a human adventure, an encounter with the Kanak communities for whom sandalwood is a legacy. It's the story of a trust agreement, where a company commits itself for decades, in exchange for access to a resource managed according to local customs and wisdom.

History & Origins
Used for millennia in India, Mysore sandalwood (*Santalum album*) has fallen victim to its own success. Overexploitation has led to the development of sustainable farming practices, notably in New Caledonia with the endemic species *Santalum austrocaledonicum*, managed in partnership with the Kanak tribes.

Uses of Yesterday and Today
From sacred wood for rituals in the Orient, sandalwood has become a luxury ingredient in the Occident. Today, thanks to sustainable supply chains, natural sandalwood is experiencing a true renaissance in perfumery.

The Ingredient's Signature
The velvety caress of a creamy, warm wood, like peach skin in the sun: sandalwood wraps the trail in a woody, milky and luminous softness.

Impact
Choosing this sandalwood is investing in a conservation model that ensures the longevity of the species for future generations and that values the traditional knowledge of indigenous peoples.

The heart of the old tree has kept the secret, Of a scent of silence, milky and discreet. No cry, no exuberance, just a perfect trail, That anchors the soul to the world, envelops and fulfils.

New Caledonian sandalwood is a marvel. It has that characteristic woody-lactonic signature, with great finesse. I use it to create a comfortable and addictive base, a second skin that extends the trail infinitely.

Sandalwood is Perla Maya's caress. We have made the ethical choice to turn to the sustainable supply chain of New Caledonia, in partnership with Behave Sourcing. This sandalwood, managed in collaboration with the Kanak communities, is incredibly pure and meaningful. It brings that creamy, milky base that makes the fragrance's trail so addictive and comfortable.

The information is given for guidance only. A perfume is a cosmetic product. Cannot replace medical advice.

The black gold of perfumery. Far from the sugary image, vanilla absolute is a raw material of incredible richness and complexity. It unfolds warm, balsamic, leathery, smoky and spicy notes, with a gourmand facet that is never cloying.

Origine & récolte
The journey takes us to northeastern Madagascar. Vanilla cultivation is a work of infinite patience: each flower is pollinated by hand, then it takes 9 months for the pod to ripen. Then come the complex stages of scalding, sweating and drying, which last for months and develop the vanilla aroma. It's an ancestral and precious know-how.

History & Origins
Vanilla is the fruit of an orchid native to Mexico, where it was used by the Aztecs to flavour their cocoa drink. Its cultivation was exported to Madagascar in the 19th century, where a young slave, Edmond Albius, discovered the process of manual pollination, which is still used today.

Then and Now Uses
The world's most popular spice, vanilla is a mainstay in perfumery, particularly in the oriental family. It brings roundness, warmth, and tenacity to compositions.

The Ingredient's Signature
The caress of a warm, velvety vanilla, like a light blanket over your shoulders: a gourmand warmth, without too much sugar, that wraps the trail and leaves a feeling of comfort.

Impact
Supporting a sustainable vanilla supply chain means combating deforestation (because vanilla grows in agroforestry) and preserving Madagascar's unique biodiversity.

In the SAVA forest, the orchid awaits its night, An expert hand unites it, gives life. The dry black pod, a treasure that ripens, Its fragrance is a balm, that delights the soul.

Vanilla absolute is one of my favorite ingredients. It has a warmth and depth that nothing can replace. I use it to create amber and gourmand bases, but always with elegance. Combined with sandalwood, it creates an incredibly sensual and comforting "skin" effect.

Vanilla is the final touch of sensuality in Perla Maya. We chose an absolute from Madagascar, the best in the world, for its depth and smoky, leathery notes. It's a mature, mysterious vanilla that blends with sandalwood to create a totally addictive trail.

The information is provided for informational purposes only. A perfume is a cosmetic product. Cannot replace medical advice.