From L’Occitane, two short videos about efforts to preserve the lavender fields of Provence, which are threatened by issues related to climate change. First, L’Occitane founder Olivier Baussan talks about the importance of lavender to the culture of Provence, then below the jump, Eric Chaisse of the French plant research institute CRIEPPAM talks about some of the specific problems faced by lavender growers in the region. Note that many of the fragrance & flavor companies also support CRIEPPAM (see reports from Symrise and Givaudan).
L’Occitane Pomar de Flores ~ new fragrances

L’Occitane has launched Pomar de Flores (Flower orchard), a new trio of feminine fragrances in their L’Occitane au Brésil range…
Orange blossom & iris
From L’Occitane, two short films about fragrance materials grown in Grasse: first, orange blossom, then below the jump, iris pallida.
You can find more videos about fragrance notes here.
L’Occitane Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc ~ new fragrance

L’Occitane has launched Iris Bleu & Iris Blanc, the latest addition to the brand’s La Collection de Grasse…
