Parfum (Fragrance)/indeterminate origin
Harm score: 6 (Unclassifiable)
Parfum, also known as Chinese magnolia, Chinese magnolia or Fruit of Five Flavors, is a unique flower that is popular in perfume, floriculture and gastronomy. It is an expensive and sophisticated fragrance element that is prized in the perfume industry for its intense, fresh, yet creamy note. Chinese magnolia has a naturally rich and deep floral accord in perfume, which can also evolve into a subtly spicy and sweet scent. This fragrance has historically been considered a luxury and symbol of exclusivity that was only available to the aristocracy.
Extracts or absolutes of Chinese magnolia are also used in many perfumed products such as body lotions, soaps, shampoos and candles. Its scent extract has also become popular in aromatherapy and relaxation products such as aromatic bath salts and massage oils, as its floral and sweet scent is conducive to relaxation. It is used in the food industry because of its unmistakable savory and sweet flavor. The fruit of the five flavors is the raw material for the production of some jams, syrups and some types of liqueurs. Its taste is also sought after in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is used for digestion and as an ingredient in some herbal teas.