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Azam Al-Hamdan shares lifelong passion for distilling aromatic plants

Perfume expert Azam Al-Hamdan recounts his lifelong journey in fragrance making, inspired by family traditions and a deep love for the craft.

Ajel News54 min ago · 1 min read
Azam Al-Hamdan distilling aromatic plants

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Perfume specialist Azam Al-Hamdan shared the story of how his journey in the fragrance industry began in childhood.

Speaking in an interview aired on Al Arabiya, Al-Hamdan said, "My workplace is my soul; I practice this craft with genuine passion."

He added that the art of distillation was passed down from their fathers through the distillation of Taif rose, noting that distillation is the best method to obtain 100% pure essential oil while preserving all its qualities.

Al-Hamdan explained that each region is known for its own aromatic plant: Taif for its roses, Al-Baha for rosemary, Jazan for jasmine, Riyadh for lavender, as well as various aromatic plants in the Eastern Province and the Arabian Gulf.

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