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NEW Café du Sud Body Scrub [Prima Fleur No. 1145] is the perfect antidote
to the chapped, flaky winter skin we’re experiencing in this season of cold</span>,</span></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> dry air</span></span><span style="color: black;"><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">. With a base of ground coffee and exotic oils, all sourced
from Africa and Brazil, its roots are in the warmth of the Southern Hemisphere.
Bring your body the vibrancy of these far-flung places with a gentle natural
polishing from ground Zulu coffee and fine sugar from Hawaii. Sparked by the
Italian tradition of espresso accompanied with a lemon twist and a sugar cube,
this product’s tasty aroma is that of spiced coffee with a bright burst of
blood orange, sweet orange, and </span><a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2012/07/prima-fleur-essential-oil-lemon-peel.html"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">lemon peel oils.</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> </span><a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2012/03/prima-fleur-essential-oil-cardamom.html"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Cardamom</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> and spearmint are also important in the blend.</span></span> </span></span></span></span><br />
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</span>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-25587207993755784612014-01-02T15:39:00.001-08:002014-01-02T15:48:08.519-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oils: Corsican ROSEMARY <br />
<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wKxUOoE2lXs/URAXS0vT_3I/AAAAAAAAAmw/V33segmcuq8/s1600/rosemary1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wKxUOoE2lXs/URAXS0vT_3I/AAAAAAAAAmw/V33segmcuq8/s1600/rosemary1.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: large;">The French island of Corsica is the primary growing region for our rare <em>Rosmarinus officinalis, </em>var. <em>verbenone</em> [Prima Fleur No. 114]. Clear in color with a strong buttery aroma, softer and richer than other Rosemary oils, it is more chemically balanced, with lower percentages of camphor and cineole. It specifically contains verbenone and bornyl acetate. This oil proves most useful in skin care, as it is generally safe for all skin types and thought to clean out the skin and aid it to rebuild. The least irritating of the Rosemary varieties, it is good for sluggish, sallow, congested skin. For emotional support, it is extraordinarily fortifying, cleansing the mind and uplifting the spirit. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="color: black;"> We also offer other varieties of <a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2014/01/prima-fleur-essential-oils-more-about.html" target="_blank">Rosemary essential oil</a>: verbenone [Prima Fleur Nos. 345, 508], cineole [<a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2011/02/prima-fleur-essential-oils-rosemary.html" target="_blank">No. 203</a>]. </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="color: black;">Our California-grown and distilled certified organic Rosemary Hydrosol [Nos. 719 and 729] are perfect for mid-life phyto-tonics as well as sluggish, congested skin and teen-problematic skin conditions. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><o:p><span style="color: black;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wKxUOoE2lXs/URAXS0vT_3I/AAAAAAAAAmw/V33segmcuq8/s1600/rosemary1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wKxUOoE2lXs/URAXS0vT_3I/AAAAAAAAAmw/V33segmcuq8/s1600/rosemary1.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: Garamond; font-size: large;">Rosemary is both a physical and mental stimulant, and is excellent for refreshing tired muscles, feet, and mind, encouraging concentration. It combats mental fatigue and clears stuffy atmospheres. Its actions are analgesic, anti-depressive, anti-inflammatory, astringent, decongestant, digestive, fungicidal, insecticide, invigorating, relaxant, restorative to the nervous system, and sedative. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Garamond; font-size: large;">A middle note, Rosemary blends well with all citrus oils, Ravintsara, Basil, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Elemi, Cistus, Lavandin, Lavender, Peppermint, Petitgrain, and Thyme. Rosemary essential oil is one of the ingredients used in the preparation of <em>eau de cologne</em>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="color: black;"> We offer two varieties of Rosemary essential oils: verbenone [Prima Fleur Nos. 114, 345, 508], cineole [<a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2011/02/prima-fleur-essential-oils-rosemary.html" target="_blank">No. 203</a>], as well as our </span></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="color: black;">California-grown and distilled certified organic Rosemary Hydrosol [Nos. 719 and 729], which are perfect for mid-life phyto-tonics as well as sluggish, congested skin and teen-problematic skin conditions. </span></span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><o:p><span style="color: black;"> </span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lgOXG4jSrHI/UrSzgoA4nEI/AAAAAAAABDg/6cBkBmuIMyI/s1600/Pulse_Dec+13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-lgOXG4jSrHI/UrSzgoA4nEI/AAAAAAAABDg/6cBkBmuIMyI/s320/Pulse_Dec+13.jpg" height="211" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Pulse magazine, the official publication of </span><a href="http://www.experienceispa.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">iSpa,</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"> recently featured our program in Nepal, mentioned </span><a href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2013/09/global-view-palmarosa-cultivation-in.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">here</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"> on this blog. See the article on page 21 of the December 2013 issue, in the Giving Back column. Click here to read the full magazine: </span><a href="http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/55ed60a6"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Pulse December 2013</span></a></div>
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-82450552250302771112013-12-13T17:04:00.001-08:002013-12-13T17:04:30.386-08:00Prima Fleur Premier Product: VANILLE DU VANUATU SUGAR SCRUB<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yWpQSHmrb1k/Uqur11jCXpI/AAAAAAAAA_I/eqtNfvQxdaM/s1600/American+Spa_Dec.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yWpQSHmrb1k/Uqur11jCXpI/AAAAAAAAA_I/eqtNfvQxdaM/s1600/American+Spa_Dec.jpg" height="400" width="307" /></a><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our NEW body scrub, <strong><span style="color: #a64d79;">Vanille du Vanuatu Sugar Scrub </span></strong>[No. 1124] is spotlighted in the December 2013 <em>American Spa</em> <a href="http://www.americanspa.com/americanspa/spa-treatments/sugar-blossoms" target="_blank">In the Mix</a> column, and the article offers great information about the use of sugar in spa products</span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: large;">. We blend fine baker's sugar into all of our body exfoliators with sugar, because it provides such a gentle scrubbing effect, it's safe for even sensitive skins. The aroma of the Vanille du Vanuatu Sugar Scrub is warming and tropical, combining delicious Bourbon vanilla with earthy ylang ylang and ho wood oils. Bisabolol or candeia provides anti-inflammatory effects. Exotic oils and butters of coconut, kukui, and foraha are also featured. </span></span><span style="font-size: large;"></span><br />
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York City. She shares the origins behind the company and our approach to
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traditional carrier oils and more concentrated aromatic essential oils lies a
unique category of vegetable oils that can boost the benefits of products even
when used in small amounts. These oils contain higher levels of antioxidants
and additional phytonutrients, and often even have scent and color like
essential oils. They have been added to our inventory for special uses, such as
in luxury facial and body oils or for boosting products used in treatments.</span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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oils" because their large molecules don't evaporate, or volatilize, as
essential oils do. They can be extracted with heat or solvents,
expeller-pressed, or cold-pressed. But this group of rare fixed oils is
special: They are expeller or cold-pressed, so there's no exposure to high heat
that can reduce the efficacy of beneficial compounds. Many come from fair-trade
and organic sources. Often the plant material from which they
derive is literally tough to crack ~ think tiny seeds and thick-skinned
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organic <strong><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><a _mce_href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2013/09/prima-fleur-carrier-oil-cranberry-seed.html" _mce_shape="rect" _mce_style="color: #993366; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2013/09/prima-fleur-carrier-oil-cranberry-seed.html" linktype="1" shape="rect" target="_blank" track="on"><span style="color: #993366;">Cranberry Seed Oil</span></a></span></strong> [Prima
Fleur No. 444], which is naturally UV-protective, anti-inflammatory, and rich
in antioxidants and alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids. Highly stable due to
its content of phenolic compounds, it may help prevent rancidity when used with
other more delicate oils, such as evening primrose, flaxseed, and borage seed.
From Madagascar comes Ecocert and NOP certified organic <strong><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><a _mce_href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2012/06/prima-fleur-essential-oil-tamanu.html" _mce_shape="rect" _mce_style="color: #993366; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/2012/06/prima-fleur-essential-oil-tamanu.html" linktype="1" shape="rect" target="_blank" track="on"><em><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Calophyllum inophyllum</span></em><span style="color: #993366;"> Oil</span></a> </span></strong>[No. 401], featured
in many of our Premier Products, including our Rejuvenating Crème Cleanser.
Consider also Indonesian </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Kendi Oil</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No. 432],
which contains 25% omega-3 fatty acids and is produced via a fair-trade and
organic program, and our organic </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><a _mce_href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/search?q=rose+hip+seed" _mce_shape="rect" _mce_style="color: #993366; text-decoration: underline;" href="http://primafleurbotanicals.blogspot.com/search?q=rose+hip+seed" linktype="1" shape="rect" target="_blank" track="on"><span style="color: #993366;">Rose Hip Seed Oil</span></a></span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No.
433] and </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Carrot Seed Oil</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No. 435].</span></span><br />
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<i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing, please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: large;">visit our website</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or call (415) 455-0957.<o:p></o:p></span></span></i>
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<span style="font-size: large;"></span><br />Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-7243610064707406182013-09-26T00:00:00.000-07:002013-09-26T09:07:05.597-07:00Prima Fleur Carrier Oil: CRANBERRY SEED OIL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: large;">Antioxidant-rich and very stable, <strong><span style="color: #a64d79;">Prima Fleur Cranberry Seed Oil</span></strong> [No. 444] <em>Vaccinium macrocarpon</em> is naturally anti-inflammatory and </span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: large;">UV-protective on the broad spectrum, making it ideal in personal care for the skin and hair, including lip balms, face masques, moisturizers, and conditioners. When used in products, its natural phenolic compounds, tocotrienols, and tocopherols may help prevent rancidity for other more delicate oils with skin benefits, such as evening primrose, flaxseed, and borage seed. Cranberry seed oil is extracted through a cold-press process, without the use of chemicals or solvents. It is an excellent source of alpha-linolenic (23% to 35%) and linoleic acids (35% to 44.5%) and has a high ratio of Omega 3 to Omega 6. The greenish gold oil has a fruity odor and a pH of 5. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"></span><br />Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-35804732242526642312013-09-19T08:00:00.000-07:002013-09-27T16:37:16.943-07:00GLOBAL VIEW: Palmarosa Cultivation in Nepal<div style="text-align: right;">
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The essential oil from the leaves and
flower tops of palmarosa (<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Cymbopogon
martinii var. motia</i>) has a sweet, slightly citrus scent that calls to mind
both geranium and rose. A native grass, palmarosa grows wild from the southern subtropical
slopes of Nepal to the serene Himalaya Mountains. Nepal is where we find the farmer’s
cooperative that produces our <span style="color: #741b47;"><strong><span style="color: #741b47;">Palmarosa Essential Oil</span></strong> <span style="color: black;">[Prima Fleur No. 208].</span></span> After
the seeds are sowed, the fields are flooded. The resulting grasses are ready to
harvest between October and December, after the plants begin to bud. To obtain
the highest yield of oil with the best quality, they distill from the leaves
and the upper third of the stems. Below, a slideshow<span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">of the cultivation process for our palmarosa in Nepal.</span><br /><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Produced by
steam distillation of the fresh or dried grass, palmarosa may be a lesser known
essential oil, but it is superlative for skin care, offering cell regenerative
and antiseptic properties beneficial to dry, mature, and problem skin types.
While palmarosa soothes the skin, it is also uplifting to the spirit, reducing
nervous tension and stress, clearing the mind, and calming the senses.
Excellent for use in diffusers, palmarosa is high in geraniol, a terpene
alcohol that is anti-bacterial, toning, and stimulating to the immune system.
Palmarosa’s pleasing odor and its properties against bacteria make it ideal for
disinfecting stale rooms.</span></span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: large;">The Nepalese
name the plant Motiya, and have capitalized on its benefits to create economic
opportunities. By providing a guaranteed market for cultivated and
wild-collected plants, cooperative programs help small-scale local farmers continue
to work the fields, as well as promote the protection of open space for business
purposes by leasing privately owned and community lands. Cultivation and
harvest are organic and sustainable: What remains from the distillation process
is composted and returned to the lands to encourage fertile soil. Micro-financing
is available to help local people begin to farm and to provide them with the
knowledge to properly cultivate and harvest the plants. Not only can plants
like bountiful palmarosa provide therapeutic benefits to people worldwide, they
also offer rural residents consistent employment and cash earnings, thereby
raising quality of life. </span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;"><em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">For information on our Essential Oils and pricing, please </span></em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><a href="http://www.primafleur.com/" target="_blank"><em><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">visit our website</span></em></a><em><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">.</span></em><em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> For questions and to place an order, please contact <span style="color: blue;"><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com">sales@primafleur.com</a></span> ~ or call (415) 455-0957.</span></em><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-32432468250810840662013-08-22T14:10:00.001-07:002013-08-22T14:10:29.682-07:00Green Cosmeceuticals Produce Results<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GnipfY-SuAI/UhZ-NKp0dTI/AAAAAAAAA8A/pw3AiJTA1-Y/s1600/OrganicSpa_screenshotAug2013_2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="314" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GnipfY-SuAI/UhZ-NKp0dTI/AAAAAAAAA8A/pw3AiJTA1-Y/s320/OrganicSpa_screenshotAug2013_2.JPG" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: medium;">Prima Fleur owner Marianne Griffeth talks green formulation and how certification agencies have pushed innovation in this August 2013 <em>Organic Spa</em> magazine article. <span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: medium;">Using naturally derived actives and preservatives systems to formulate does build an effective ~ and we might argue, better ~ anti-aging product. <a href="http://www.organicspamagazine.com/rise-of-the-green-cosmeceuticals/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #77177d;">Click to read the full article</span></a>!</span></span></span></span>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-3003946970033332382013-06-07T11:21:00.000-07:002013-09-17T15:16:57.790-07:00GLOBAL VIEW: Bulgarian Rose Harvest<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The Centifolia rose, with its
many layers of silken petals, sensual colors, euphoric scent and deeply
romantic history, lifts the heart, inspires the mind and restores the spirit.
The rose grows in many varieties, proving it to be a nomad and a veritable champion
of flowers. Able to tolerate polar cold and tropical heat, it has adapted to
widely varying climates and terroir. The place where the rose is said to grow
best, Bulgaria's famed Valley of the Roses, is where we harvest and distill our
prized organic <em><b><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Rosa
damascena</span></b></em><strong><span style="color: #a64d79; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> Essential Oil</span></strong> [Prima Fleur No. 282]. We are
poised to bring our customers the results of this year's distillation of the
pink Damask rose. Below, the 2013 harvest in pictures.</span> <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Hand-harvested in the early
morning, the roses are distilled in copper stills by a water-steam process. The
methods used today are not entirely different than those employed many
centuries ago ~ although, with the price of a kilo of oil in the thousands of
dollars, one can be certain the science has advanced. Approximately 1,200
liters of water cover 150 to 300 kilos of roses, which float freely. Direct
steam injected into the water keeps them from forming a compact mass. The water
is slowly brought to a boil and allowed to simmer for about 1½ hours. First,
the "direct oil," or <em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Surovo
Maslo</span></em> in Bulgarian, is drawn off. Then the "first waters"
of this and subsequent distillations are bunched and redistilled. This
cohobation, as it is called, takes about 2 hours. The top of the water is
distilled off. It is a condensate called the "second water" and
contains what is called the "water oil." This oil is drawn off and
the two oils, direct and water, are combined. The ratio, on average, is 25% direct
oil to 75% water oil. It takes an average of 4,000 kilos of flowers to make 1
kilo of oil.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">For information on our
Premier Products and pricing, please </span></em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><a href="http://www.primafleur.com/" target="_blank"><em><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">visit our website</span></em></a><em><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">.</span></em><em><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> For questions and to explore custom
development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw
materials, please contact <span style="color: blue;">sales@primafleur.com</span>
~ or call (415) 455-0957.</span></em><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Our extensive trove of naturally derived ingredients for
soothing sensitive skin and reducing erythema and inflammation grows each year,
as we discover how to harness the inherent capabilities of certain plants for
preventing irritation and protecting the skin's natural moisture barrier. The
demand for these ingredients rises with the increased awareness of allergies
and skin sensitivities. Oats are a known skin soother, but newer, more
target-specific options include </span><b><span style="color: #547405; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">beta glucan</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, </span><b><span style="color: #547405; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">oat
kernel oil</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> and </span><b><span style="color: #547405; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">oat avenanthramides</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, which are uniquely
found in oat grains. Each of these ingredients is antioxidant rich and
powerfully anti-irritant. Clinical studies on oats show healing effects for dry
and itchy skin. </span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: xx-small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #547405; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Magnolia grandiflora bark extract</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, used
in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda for its calming and soothing
properties, is designed to reduce redness and inflammation in sensitive skins.
Skin treated with this extract at 3% before experiencing irritation, suffered
only slight pricking and tingling as opposed to untreated skin, which went
through burning, stinging, and itching.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>Prima Fleur creates and manufactures exclusive
products for some of the world's most prestigious personal care brands. For
more information on custom formulation and manufacture with any of these
ingredients or other exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw
materials, please </em></span><a href="http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001J2zKvZvFBQXO_6pcdwCQqUGgymxiQ-lzPYdmcEQpsEho2niKhntemVkrdSCH_DSky5U-oeg4o7tw9xL159HgbE5Tz-o7HtlS05fzo-IyzWQW3KI9BSYsMdfIINKzYg2j" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>visit our website</em></span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em> or </em></span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>email
our Sales team</em></span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><em>.</em></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #a64d79;"><strong>Calendula CO<sub>2</sub> Extract</strong></span> [Prima Fleur No. 502], <em>Calendula officinalis</em> marigold flower extract
is supercritical carbon extracted from flowers organically grown in
Germany. It is used in in both cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for treatment
of dry and sensitive skin as well as for burns, bruises and irritations. It
contains 17-25% faradiol esters which have significant anti-inflammatory
effects. It also contains carotenes evidenced by its amazing golden-orange
color. It is enjoyed by perfumers for its rich, sweet, warm, and somewhat
floral scent that is exquisite in salves and healing balms. When heated
slightly in a Bain Marie (water bath) it easily blends into other essential
oils. It may be added to vegetable oils directly by first warming and stirring
the calendula with a small amount of the vegetable oil before mixing into the
entire batch. Because of the intense color, a conservative dosage of 0,1 - 0,3
% is recommended. Experience calendula CO<sub>2</sub> blended with
neroli, palmarosa, rose, and Australian sandalwood in our<span style="background-color: #f3f3f3; color: #a64d79;"> </span><span style="color: #a64d79;"><strong><span style="background-color: #f3f3f3; color: #a64d79;">Calendula Hydra Boost Face Lotion</span> </strong></span>[No. 1217]. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: large;">visit
our website</span></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or
call (415) 455-0957.</span></span></i><br />
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-89298762048158532962013-04-24T10:19:00.000-07:002013-04-30T10:21:34.693-07:00Wholesome Waters
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-E-LvLGe07kg/UX_9Jb-f51I/AAAAAAAAA54/X5YKzK84UuQ/s1600/face-mistywater.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-E-LvLGe07kg/UX_9Jb-f51I/AAAAAAAAA54/X5YKzK84UuQ/s320/face-mistywater.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">As the weather warms, freshen your face, freshen the air, and cool
the skin with the potent aromatic waters known as hydrosols. Produced similarly
to essential oils, through steam distillation, hydrosols can be misted directly
on the skin without dilution, and are gentler than essential oils themselves,
although they still naturally bear anti-inflammatory and antiseptic benefits.
Because they contain water-soluble beneficial compounds, hydrosols also make
excellent bases for or additions to water-based products for custom
development. <o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">How do our growers and distillers make our hydrosols? Pristine
plant material is exposed to steam to create essential oils. Once the steam
cools into water, the molecules of essential oil float to the top. The two are
separated, and the water left behind is hydrosol. The scent of these hydrosols
is similar to that of the essential oil, but more delicate. (In fact, due to
this delicate nature, hydrosols should be refrigerated or preserved for
storage.) <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">We offer more than a dozen hydrosols. A few to try:</span>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xg44Gz5x2FM/UTeQ14CwFlI/AAAAAAAAAzg/rBhMQKLETTU/s1600/rosemary1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xg44Gz5x2FM/UTeQ14CwFlI/AAAAAAAAAzg/rBhMQKLETTU/s200/rosemary1.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">A guardian of health for mind and body, rosemary has an aroma that lifts the cloak of melancholy, restoring a sense of well-being. </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Rosemary Hydrosol </span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">[Nos. 719 and 729, organic] is an excellent tonic for sluggish skin, as it stimulates microcirculation and balances hydration and oil production. Blend with Rose Geranium, Lavender, and/or Rose before using. <a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SaPuh7H1luI/TWGm4SVs0yI/AAAAAAAAAEE/j8uTM55C-U4/s1600/bourbonrose.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SaPuh7H1luI/TWGm4SVs0yI/AAAAAAAAAEE/j8uTM55C-U4/s200/bourbonrose.jpg" width="149" /></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Lovely for anyone, any time of year, </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Rosewater</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No. 701] has been used throughout the ages to restore radiance to skin. The most precious of all flowers, rose represents earthly passion and divine enlightenment. There is no need to add anything to enhance rosewater, but it can bring beauty to medicinal scents and soften heavier herbals. Ours is certified organic and sourced in Bulgaria, where the finest rose oils and rosewaters are produced. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"></span><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">From Northern California, </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Rose Geranium Hydrosol</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No. 707] is excellent for relieving the discomfort of hot flashes from mid-life changes. It balances the skin and calms redness. Excellent paired with </span><strong><span style="color: #993366; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Peppermint Hydrosol</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";"> [No. 717] for a summer cooler.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Garamond","serif";">Sampling is strongly
recommended before purchase as we do not accept returns on hydrosols. </span></span><br />
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</span><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please <a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;">visit
our website</span></a>. For questions and to </span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact <a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a> or call
(415) 455-0957.</span></i></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></span><br />
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-30205993278200120202013-04-03T10:02:00.000-07:002013-04-03T10:04:41.385-07:00Inspired Treatments with Sage<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_F_HTXR7vC0/UVxg-kpd5UI/AAAAAAAAA3A/nzL1a4SdTpg/s1600/spatrade_Sage_mar2013_screenshot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_F_HTXR7vC0/UVxg-kpd5UI/AAAAAAAAA3A/nzL1a4SdTpg/s320/spatrade_Sage_mar2013_screenshot.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Marianne
Griffeth shares her expertise in this American Spa article about out how
sage-inspired treatments and products provide clients with herbal healing. <a href="http://www.spatrade.com/americanspa/spa-treatments/center-sage" target="_blank">Click to read the full article</a>!<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-37032531523596010642013-03-13T10:53:00.000-07:002013-04-04T10:55:47.001-07:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: GINGER<span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Ginger
is a wonderful essential oil. We have three kinds: Ginger Ecocert Organic from
Madagascar [Prima Fleur No. </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">133</span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN;">],
Ginger Wild steam-distilled from the root from India [No. 230], and
CO2-extracted Ginger Total from Nigeria [No. </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">510</span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN;">]. The scent of all three is spicy, but there are delicious
nuances that make each different. Fresh ginger tea has been shown to reduce
gastric secretions and capsules of dried ginger are effective in reducing
motion sickness. Ginger oil can be added to food or added to make spicy
perfumes.</span></span><br />
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1gXmdlM3wk/UV2-eiqzHQI/AAAAAAAAA3k/R-FGEo7YrMU/s1600/ginger_croped.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="117" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Z1gXmdlM3wk/UV2-eiqzHQI/AAAAAAAAA3k/R-FGEo7YrMU/s320/ginger_croped.jpg" width="320" /></a><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN;"></span><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: large;">visit
our website</span></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or
call (415) 455-0957.</span></span></i><br />
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span></i><br />
<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></i>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-59280986011974545322013-03-11T10:48:00.000-07:002013-04-04T10:52:25.945-07:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: THYME<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g8prGGL9aFU/UV286_8QqPI/AAAAAAAAA3Y/Js6AaJCKyyU/s1600/thyme.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g8prGGL9aFU/UV286_8QqPI/AAAAAAAAA3Y/Js6AaJCKyyU/s200/thyme.jpg" width="200" /></a><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">
</span><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal;">A
manger herb, thyme, along with rosemary, bedstraw and pennyroyal, are used in
home decorations. These fragrant herbs had a pleasing antiseptic fragrance the
kept the bed of the baby Jesus wholesome, free from vermin. Thyme is a symbol
of bravery and associated with Jesus, as he would have to endure much suffering
and have to be courageous and patient. The essential oil can be used to
fragrance your blends, spray on your decorations, use in your skin care and add
to the festive mood. We have Thyme CT borneol [Prima Fleur No. </span></span><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">232</span></span><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal;">] and Thyme CT linalool [No. </span></span><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">181</span></span><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal;">].</span></span></span></span></span><br />
<span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal;"></span></span></span></span><br />
<span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span class="hascaption"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal;"></span></span><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">visit our website</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions
and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive
library of raw materials, please contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">
~ or call (415) 455-0957.<o:p></o:p></span></span></i></span></span><br />
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</span></span>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-61307516604007199352013-03-07T10:28:00.000-08:002013-04-04T10:52:00.009-07:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: GALBANUM<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NK_z08KFhio/UV24NPWBlSI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/E8VF4_qgD6o/s1600/galbanum.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="166" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NK_z08KFhio/UV24NPWBlSI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/E8VF4_qgD6o/s200/galbanum.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-size: large;">Galbanum (Ferul galbanifera) gum extract is a natural
fatty gummy resin, and the essential oil is steam-distilled from the resin. It
has a strong green odor and is used as a fixative in perfume and incense. Its
anti-inflammatory qualities make it a wonderful aid for poor circulation and
can be used in hot compresses for most pain relief. Since it is antiseptic and
antimicrobial, wounds are more quickly healed. It has soothing properties,
especially on aching hands, feet or joints. The essential oil [Prima Fleur No. 200]
is used in skin products for revitalizing aging skin and in body care products
to warm.</span> </span><br />
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<i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: large;">visit
our website</span></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or
call (415) 455-0957.<o:p></o:p></span></span></i><br />
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-8999398290755171732013-03-05T11:58:00.000-08:002013-03-11T09:41:33.318-07:00Prima Fleur Premier Skin Care: GOTU KOLA & CYPRESS PORE REFINING CLEANSER<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0t-q-C4BtXI/UTZOHPEALYI/AAAAAAAAAyk/HofDF_-wC78/s1600/gotu+kola.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0t-q-C4BtXI/UTZOHPEALYI/AAAAAAAAAyk/HofDF_-wC78/s320/gotu+kola.jpg" width="320" /></a><span class="hascaption"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: large;">Gotu Kola & Cypress Pore Refining
Cleanser [Prima Fleur no. 1202] <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>includes
a natural fruit acid complex with sugar cane, lemon, and orange extracts, which
form a high-quality AHA complex that is less irritating than those found in comparable
products. Ecocert Greenlife certified, this complex has been proven effective
at minimizing the appearance of wrinkles, age spots and fine lines. AHAs
encourage the cell renewal process to be more like that of younger skin. The
result is a fresher, smoother face with more even skin tone. These natural
acids don't irritate or cause photosensitivity or redness like other anti-aging
ingredients such as Retin-A.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">visit our website</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions
and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive
library of raw materials, please contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">
~ or call (415) 455-0957.</span></span></i></h6>
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-67123681692750208762013-03-04T11:54:00.000-08:002013-03-05T11:54:45.690-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: LITSEA CUBEBA<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IEIp-O3O3zA/UTZNMf72U8I/AAAAAAAAAyc/JSL_0MSoWcY/s1600/litsea+cubeba.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-IEIp-O3O3zA/UTZNMf72U8I/AAAAAAAAAyc/JSL_0MSoWcY/s200/litsea+cubeba.jpg" width="200" /></a><span class="hascaption"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-size: large;">Litsea cubeba (May Chang) is a small
tropical tree with lemon scented leaves and flowers and small berries which
resemble peppers. Organoleptic Description of Oil: A pale yellow liquid, clear,
not-viscous, intensity 5-6, taste, tart, and irritating, with a tart lemon-fresh
and fruity odor. The scent of May Chang has been compared to lemongrass and
lemon verbena. It is most valued for its antiseptic properties when used
externally in skin care.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span><br />
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<i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">visit our website</span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions
and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from our extensive
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-29418408691208748202013-02-21T11:35:00.000-08:002013-02-25T11:38:30.328-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: SPIKENARD<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="display: none; mso-hide: all;"><span class="usercontent"></span></span><span class="usercontent"><o:p>
<span class="hascaption"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">Spikenard is a deep dark oil both in color and depth; an aromatic
rhizome. The botanical name has its roots in the Hindu word “jatamansi” which
means: lock of hair. Its use goes back in several cultures and religions. Medicinally,
it is part of the Ayurveda, and is considered to calm the nerves and promote
awareness and strengthen the mind. </span></span></span></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent"><o:p><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">Spikenard is a perennial herb of the valerian family
native to the Himalayan region around Nepal and Bhutan. Also called Indian root
or wild licorice, spikenard is a very warm and wet herb that lifts the spirits
and clears the airways. The balsamifarus smell is an immediate indicator that
it helps the lungs. It is anti-inflammatory, astringent, anti-spasmodic, antiseptic,
expectorant, carminative, antibiotic, and anti-sclerotic. </span></span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent" style="font-size: large;"><o:p><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent"><o:p><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">Our wonderfully intense Spikenard Essential Oil is
used in skin and body care products to rejuvenate the skin. We offer Prima Fleur No. 390
from the cultivated root in Tibet, or Prima Fleur No. 392 from Nepal.<span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">
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<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent" style="font-size: large;"><o:p><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent"><o:p><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: large;">visit
our website</span></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or
call (415) 455-0957.<o:p></o:p></span></span></i></span></o:p></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span class="usercontent"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"></span><br /></span></span>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-35416087048427644662013-02-19T11:04:00.000-08:002013-02-25T12:04:09.025-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil: MYRRH<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GaMTm8kotZs/USu3qNo-pbI/AAAAAAAAAuI/qw5EnU95Ai8/s1600/myrrh_3upvertical_tree-resin-bark.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GaMTm8kotZs/USu3qNo-pbI/AAAAAAAAAuI/qw5EnU95Ai8/s400/myrrh_3upvertical_tree-resin-bark.jpg" width="125" /></a><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Myrrh is a resin
extract, and one of the most ancient extracts used in medicine, ritual,
ceremony, and sacrament, dating back as far as 4500 B.C.E. The Egyptians used
this precious oil for embalming the dead as well as for beautifying practices.
One of the Twelve Oils of Ancient Scripture, myrrh is mentioned in the Bible
dozens of times, most often as a gift or the base oil in ointments and salves.
In fact, it was so commonly used during the time of Christ that the Greek word
for “ointment” and the Greek word for “myrrh” were the same: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">muron.</i> It is known that Chinese,
Egyptian, and Indian herbalists used myrrh as an inhalant and for religious
sacrament more than 4,000 years ago. Today, myrrh is still considered special
and is used in meditation, massage, and perfumery. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Our Myrrh Essential
Oil [Prima Fleur, No. 196] is from Ethiopia obtained from “tears” of resin
exuding from incisions made in the bark of a small tree of the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Burseraceae</i> family that is native to
Yemen, Somalia and eastern parts of Ethiopia.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>It is extracted by supercritical fluid extraction with natural carbon
dioxide. It takes 11 to 16 kilos of raw material to yield 1 kilo of product.
When soil, elevation, temperature, and rainfall conditions are conducive,
testing the viscosity and stickiness of freshly exposed sap predicts the
resulting resin’s quality.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"></span></span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">In perfumery, myrrh
is a rich deep base note adding dry, woody, balsamic properties. It is also a
fixative, and extends the scent qualities of any other oils with which it is
combined. Myrrh has been used to treat many conditions and is said to
strengthen the immune system, fight viruses and bacterial infections, and act
as an anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Skilled herbalists, Ayurvedic practitioners, and Chinese doctors use
Myrrh for winter-related conditions, including cracked skin, colds, coughs,
sore throats, and chest infections as Myrrh is soothing, drying, and
restorative. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"></span><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">Myrrh is best
blended with lavender, frankincense, sandalwood, geranium, sage and citrus
oils. It is an excellent base in exotic, spicy blends with evergreens,
patchouli, spice oils, and heavy florals.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">For more information on how to order
from our Premier Product line, please </span></i><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><u><span style="color: blue;">visit our website</span></u></span></span><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">.
For questions, or to explore custom development with exquisite botanicals from
our extensive library of raw materials, please contact </span></i><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";"><u><span style="color: blue;">sales@primafleur.com</span></u></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Unicode MS","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif";">or
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Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-32102630681126936862013-02-14T11:21:00.000-08:002013-02-14T11:24:26.594-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil Blend: SOLALEVA<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UO0HYS3xRPw/URP-p8TeBUI/AAAAAAAAAqg/Rqy_aJiW-c0/s1600/palmarosa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="186" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UO0HYS3xRPw/URP-p8TeBUI/AAAAAAAAAqg/Rqy_aJiW-c0/s200/palmarosa.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">An exclusive blend of
palmarosa, </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><strong>lavender</strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
sandalwood, bisabolol, </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><strong>geranium</strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, </span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><strong>neroli</strong></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, roman chamomile,
sarsaparilla ~ developed specifically for use in skin care. Only from Prima
Fleur, No. 6059.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">Ingredients in </span></i><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><strong>bold</strong></span></i><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"> are certified organic. F</span></i><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;">or information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please <a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;">visit
our website</span></a>. For questions and to explore custom formulation with exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please contact: <a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com">sales@primafleur.com</a> ~ or call (415) 455-0957.</span></i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></i></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p> </o:p></span>Prima Fleur Botanicalshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16339909557053838121noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4747257804378345160.post-68722602401704577462013-02-13T11:10:00.000-08:002013-02-14T11:24:46.472-08:00Prima Fleur Essential Oil Blend: REJUVENATION<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LyA0oyAHNUQ/UFDXSgBQ7AI/AAAAAAAAAQk/CjgrSGUlUf8/s1600/ylang+ylang.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LyA0oyAHNUQ/UFDXSgBQ7AI/AAAAAAAAAQk/CjgrSGUlUf8/s200/ylang+ylang.jpg" width="133" /></a><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">An exclusive blend of neroli,
rose, and lavender developed specifically for use in skin care. Only from Prima
Fleur, No. 6038.</span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span><i><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-weight: normal; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-size: large;">For information on our Premier Products and pricing,
please </span><a href="http://primafleur.com/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="font-size: large;">visit
our website</span></span></a><span style="font-size: large;">. For questions and to </span></span></i><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Garamond","serif"; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-family: AvenirLTStd-Book; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-size: large;">explore custom development with
exquisite botanicals from our extensive library of raw materials, please
contact </span><a href="mailto:sales@primafleur.com"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">sales@primafleur.com</span></a><span style="font-size: large;"> ~ or
call (415) 455-0957.<o:p></o:p></span></span></i><br />
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