For more than a decade, Sifr Aromatics have been producing hand-crafted, bespoke products produced in small batches at their quaint shophouse on the heritage-rich Arab Street. This has garnered the brand a cult following, with a spectacular range of ready made products that is of the highest quality as well as the flexibility of customising your very own perfume. Here are members of Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine’s top picks from Sifr Aromatics enormous library of scented candles, perfumes, essential oils and so much more.
Firstly the packaging, Sifr Aromatics carry intricately hand-crafted bottles made on the Jizera Mountains in the Czech Republic famed for their glass and crystal ware. Team members of Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine have personally been to the amazing country and witnessed first hand the level of craftsmanship that made headlines the world over. Sifr Aromatics carefully select the best enamoured, one of a kind masterpieces that has meticulous metal filligree and adorned with glittering glass crystals. There are also other options like solid and woven pliable wood gift boxes. Eiffel as the name suggests is a scent influenced by France’s iconic structure during spring time where flowers bloom and people gather on the grassy park in full view of the tower. Fresh floral notes abound in this fragrance.
Now Oud has been around for ages and gaining huge popularity even with commercial perfumers. Sifr Aromatics sells genuine Oud wood that is all natural and great as presents. Knowing the source is important to partners Johari Kazura and Lizzie You, who have gone to great lengths to ensure authenticity. We all use incense for various reasons, like while meditating or that unique touch during some “me” time at home. Sifr Aromatics 9A Oud Incense and Natural Oud Incense Chips are sold in special containers that are so beautiful, you would want to reuse it time and time again.
Let us dive deeper into the products, the 9A Oud Incense is made using one of the highest grade Vietnamese oud, encased in hard rosewood with a compact copper/rosewood incense holder at the bottom for your convenience. So sought after that repeat supplies are not guaranteed. Natural Oud Incense Chips are herald from Thailand which has the ideal environment for the wood to thrive in, as mother nature intended. The history of this particular wood stretches back to more then 2000 years, also known as agarwood, eaglewood, among others. Besides using it for fragrances, some cultures have also adopted it in their medical practices.
The limelight shines on The Queen of Snakes, which is a masterpiece in its own right. You can feel the DNA of Sifr Aromatics in this one fragrance made for both men and women. Rich ocean notes combined with hints of classy amber and a long sophisticated tobacco finish. This 50ml special limited edition Eau de Perfume has a delivery time of six weeks (so worth the wait) which comes with a laser cut numbered brass label and wooden box. Decadence encapsulated!
Candles, another must have in every household or even bring them to your office or staycation. Sifr Aromatics uses choice soy wax that does not give off harmful chemicals when used and have candles in different sizes for use at home or as an easy carry on. Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine recommends the Tibet Candle with precious frankincense and sandalwood evoking a harmonious sense of peace and calm.
Sifr Aromatics perfumes are a must buy such as the terrific Tobacco Sea and passionate Patchouli Rose fragrances, ideal for all occasions. Take the Patchouli Rose Perfume for instance that comes in 15ml to 60ml oil perfume sizes and 30ml or 50ml EDP. Two types of roses are used in this fabulous blend, patchouli rose evident on your first sniff followed by the exotic Moroccan rose blossoms and aged patchouli as the grounding base note.
Who in this day and age does not have a hand sanitiser when you go out. Instead of the usual, why not have some fun while staying safe with your favourite Sifr Aromatics fragrance in a handy size spray. It consist of aloe vera that is good for skin health and eucalyptus which has natural insect repellent effects. Don’t forget to spray your masks with Sifr Aromatics Mask Freshener that adds that little bit of magic to keep you going throughout the day. It even has a “scentastic” layering effect when night comes.
Team members of Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine adore the Sage Tea Body Balm made with passion in Singapore. It is like a body cream and oil in one, consisting of shea butter for that rich moisturising touch together with white tea that has one of the highest antioxidants of all tea types mixed with purifying sage and premium argan. A 98% natural and 87% organic product, amazing! In our new office premises, we use a similar White Tea Room Spray, this time it is concocted with elegant lotus and lily scents. Equilibrium is our favourite essential oil from Sifr Aromatics with geranium notes and hints of rosemary that keeps you holistically centred.
When you head back for the day, use the Shoe Aroma Diffuser in collaboration with Mason&Smith that uses volcanic rocks to naturally diffuse aromas throughout an enclosed area like your shoe cabinet or wardrobe via a rustic diffuser to refresh your footwear. Simply put a few drops of Sifr Aromatics essential oils (try Optimism which has the graceful, floral-scented tuberose) on at least 2 rocks and let them do the rest, permeating into the leathers of your shoe and insoles passively, giving them an aromatic boost.
It brings the team at Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine, lead by Editor in Chief, Gabriel Tan great joy to announce that Sifr Aromatics has been honoured as Perfumer Of The Year (Local) 2021. Stay tune for more features from this wonderful brand via your favourite media house!
For more information: https://www.sifr.sg/