AMBERGRIS is a natural substance that has become lucrative in the world of perfumery. Ambrein, an odourless alcohol, is extracted from ambergris and used to make a perfume’s scent last longer. It is ...

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A highly prized, rare ingredient used in the production of luxury perfumes washes up on a Denmark beach — and it comes from ...

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Ambergris is often described as one of the world’s strangest natural occurrences. It is produced by sperm whales and has been used for centuries, but for many years its origin remained a mystery.

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AMBERGRIS is a natural substance that has become lucrative in the world of perfumery. But what is it and what is its value? Here is everything you need to know ...