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THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS
Complete Guide to the Essentials of Natural Building Blocks (Allspice through YlangYlang)

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The second book by Ayala Moriel is a book which is in the works since 2005, and was planned to be published at the end of year 2020. While many hurdles were thrown at us during that year, the project is still in progress, and will be published as soon as this important work is finished, and in the best possible way - to create a book that is relevant, unique and accurate. The author is grateful for those who continue to believe in the project and that have and will support its completion. This book is created for you. 

This comprehensive dictionary of raw materials of natural perfumery is meant to serve as a continuation of Ayala Moriel's first book, "Foundation of Natural Perfumery" (2014). Perfumers and students alike will benefit from condensed resource covering over 200 different plant species (and some mineral and animal materials) - and the raw materials for perfumery and incense which are derived from them - which amount to close to 400 different botanical extracts and preparations, presenting different colours and shades for the natural perfumer's palette. Each plant will receive a unique treatment showcasing its organoleptic properties, in Ayala's unique language which is both poetic and informative; as well as quick reference for how it can be used in perfume compositions. Some plants which are particularly important for the trade will receive wider coverage entailing their cultural and historical significance as well as healing or therapeutic properties whenever applicable. In some cases, comparison between different varietals or terroirs will be also addressed. 

Ayala Moriel is a master perfumer and a leader in contemporary natural perfumery. In 2001 she began composing inspired botanical perfumes for her eponymous brand, which have become world-renowned for their artistry, storytelling and integrity. A passionate advocate for sensory education, she shares her knowledge and expertise through her Foundation of Natural Perfumery professional program, private classes, workshops, and her poetic SmellyBlog. She divides her time between the West Coast and the Western Galilee. 

Rave Reviews for Ayala's first Book!

“I wish I had this when I first headed out into this weird fragrant universe.” (Bruno Fazzolari) 

“It is excellent, a bible on the process in fact and there's nothing else out there like it.” (Bernadette Ling, Student)

"Hands down the best 'how to' book out there!" (Anita Kalnay, Graduate Perfumery Student)   

"This wonderful new book is a welcome addition to the literature on natural perfumery! (...) You will be smitten with both her expertise and her enthusiasm." (Mandy Aftel)  

A salute to Alexander Argov famous song, The Purple Dress is just as romantic in a chromatic, nocturnal, off-beat way. Champaca flowers from India are the main theme of this spicy, floral tea-like composition, supported only by hints of white magnolia and star anise, and a foundation of black tea and smoky woods. 

Top notes: Star Anise, Nutmeg, Orange Juice Essence, Mace

Heart notes: Red Champaca, Golden Champaca, Honey Absolute, Henna Leaf, Tea Rose, White Magnolia

Base notes: Agarwood, Guiawood, Vanuatu Sandalwood, Black Tea

Fragrance families: Soliflore (Champaca), Opulent Spicy

This limited edition soap bar is made with tomatoes and nigella (black seed) oil.

The result beautiful bar of soap, superfatted - which means it has wonderful moisturizing qualities due to high content of unsaponified oils within the formula.

We're using olive oil that was cold-pressed from olive which were organically grown in Clil; Oganic virgin coconut oil (both are food grade), cold-pressed palm oil, nigella and poppyseed oils for soap that is both very cleansing, yet nourishing for the skin and can be used on the face.

Activated charcoal and Moroccan red clay not only give it a striking contrast of colours, but also make this soap real treat for oily and acne-prine skin, as it is unscented, mildly and thoroughly cleansing to the skin without drying it. Dragon's blood resin infused in jojoba oil add to its antiseptic qualities.

Ingredients: Saponified vegetable oils (coconut, olive, palm, castor), cacao butter,  water, pureed Italiam tomatoes, nigella (black seed) oil, poppyseeds oil, activated charcoal, Moroccan red clay, Dragon's Blood resin infused in Jojojoba oil.

Treazon is tuberose at its darkest and most dangerous moment – right after dark. From than on, the seemingly innocent little white flowers’ aroma is so intoxicating, that young ladies were prohibited from walking through tuberose fields, from fear that their decency will be betrayed, and their innocence defeated by lust.

Top notes: Aniseed, Cinnamon, Wintergreen, Sweet Birch, Cassis

Heart notes: Tuberose Absolute, Orange Blossom, Orris Root

Base notes: Benzoin, Vanillla, Massoia Bark, African Stone Tincture

Fragrance Family: White Floral

Tree of Life incense is inspired by my beloved, one-legged teacher: an ancient Eastern Plane Tree that grows in Kziv Creek. The tree is rooted in the pure running water, and has a unique quality of roots and branches joining or merging together, creating imaginative shapes and cavities in the tree formation.

Incense cones, hand-rolled in the traditional technique, made from finely ground botanicals, including local aromatics that were ethically foraged: fallen leaves and outer bark that I found in the creek. The aroma is unique, reminiscent of the sweet smell of Kziv Creek, and also burning leaves. It was created in two different formats: Incense cones (bound with natural gums or wood bark. No saltpetre or charcoal used in these cones); and a Kyphi-style loose incense blend, bound with local organic honey, wine and  raisins.

No saltpetre or charcoal used in these cones. Cones are generally faster burning than a thick joss stick (range of burning time may be from 7-15min, and produce more smoke. They are more convenient to burn while traveling and outdoors, and they stand on their own base, and therefore don't really require special equipment or vessels.  

Burning instruction: Prepare a heat-proof vessel, on a sturdy surface away from flammables and out of reach of children and animals. To prevent scorch marks, it is recommended that you layer some sand, earth or ash on the vessel.  Place the cone and light the tip of it, and allow the flame to extinguish. Because these are handmade cones, each has a different burning times. 

Kyphi-style should be burned on a charcoal in a designated vessel, or in a bowl filled with sand. 

Tree of Life Incense cones come in a box containing a dozen cones.
Tree of Life kyphi comes in a glass jar and can be either burnt on hot charcoals, or placed on an incense heater for a gentler and smoke-free aroma. 

Triple Goddess incense cones were handcrafted with reverence to all phases of the moon, and all facets of womanhood - Maiden/Mother/Crone, the birth, pregnancy and softening of the age of wisdom. This incense is created with women's healing in mind, for all stages of life, but especially for times of transition, large and small - be it birth, loss or the monthly bleeding time.

Triple Goddess incense cones were conceived on a a Full Moon Monday and are infused with energy that is meant to aid and assist women and girls during the time of bleeding and any other challenges faced by Womanity.

Incense resins of the three colours representing the Life-Death-Life cycle were chosen lovingly for this blend: Frankincense and White Copal for the Maiden; Dragon's Blood for Motherhood, Bleeding and the "Fertile" years; and Black Copal, Bdellium and Myrrh for the wisdom of the Crone. These were all manually ground with mortar and pestle, and mixed with finely powdered red and white sandalwood for an even burn of mysteriously fragrant smoke. 

* This incense is also available as incense cones

Burning instruction: Prepare a heat-proof vessel, on a sturdy surface away from flammables and out of reach of children and animals. If you don't have a designated incense vessel, you may use any heat-proof ceramic or glass bowl with some sand, earth or ash. Light a piece of coal, and allow it to catch the heat completely, until the stage when it is fully covered with grey/whitish ash. Place the hot charcoal on top of the vessel or bowl with sand. Sprinkle a pinch of the loose incense on top of the hot charcoal, or place a single pastille. Enjoy the smoke and add more loose incense or pastille once the smoke has run its course. 

Ayala's famous truffles spark the imagination with their surprising flavour combinations, using pure essential oils and exotic extracts to flavour them. These truffles are the real deal, hand-rolled the old-fashioned way, melt in your mouth, while bursting with flavour.
Ayala's truffles are freshly made once a month, or upon request. This is a seasonal item - only available in the winter due to its perishable nature. Please inquire about flavours availability. This is a custom order for a full batch of truffles, made of 400gr dark (70%), milk or white chocolate (which makes at least 40 truffles). Truffles can be kept refrigerated up to 2 weeks or frozen up to 1month. Serve in room temperature. Shipping via courier is mandatory. 

Flavours keep changing as Ayala always comes up with new ideas in her chocolate lab. The following are "the classics" - among the mainstay that you probably have tasted in her legendary tea parties and soirees before:

Dark Chocolate Truffles (made of 70% dark chocolate and rolled in cocoa):
Blood Truffles (rose, chilli, and saffron, Kahluah liquor)
Espionage Truffles (Smoked Salt, Vanilla, Jasmine & Gin)
Guilt Truffles (Orange Blossom, Wild, Blood & Bitter Oranges, Grand Mariner liquor)
Tea Truffles - These are made of cream infused with tea, and cut into squares or diamonds. Ask for availability, our favourites are truffles infused with Oolong or Earl Gray teas. 

White Chocolate Truffles (rolled in powdered coconut cream to keep their pale complexion): 
White Potion Truffles (Tuberose, Almond & Coconut extracts)
Charisma Truffles (Osmanthus, Jasmine Sambac, Spearmint, hint of lemon and lots of real Matcha - Japanese ceremonial powdered green tea both inside and out)