February Birth Fragrance
Birth Fragrance
Bergamot
Bergamot is a citrus essential oil native to Calabria in southern Italy, with its name derived from the city of Bergamo. In the 18th century, during Napoleon's era, it gained popularity as a perfume, and when Giovanni Farina used it in the world's first eau de cologne in Cologne, Germany, it laid the foundation for Western perfume culture. This fragrance has a complex profile that harmonizes fresh citrus notes reminiscent of lemon and orange with floral sweetness and subtle bitterness. It was chosen as a fragrance symbolizing the 'harmony of opposing elements,' 'will for purification and regeneration,' and 'budding hope within harsh winter' that people born in February possess. Scientifically, components such as linalyl acetate and linalool have been shown in research to provide anti-anxiety effects and reduce mental fatigue. However, due to the phototoxicity of furanocoumarins (bergapten), caution regarding ultraviolet exposure is necessary when using it. It is also beloved worldwide as the flavoring for Earl Grey tea, holding deep cultural significance.
Features
- Complex fragrance profile harmonizing citrus freshness with floral sweetness
- Unique citrus scent like a fusion of lemon and orange
- Subtle bitterness adds depth and elegance to the overall fragrance
- Brilliant and transparent projection that stands out even in cold air
- Beloved worldwide as the flavoring for Earl Grey tea
Personality
- Possesses excellent balance in harmonizing opposing elements
- Conceals deep contemplation and complex emotions beneath a refreshing exterior
- Has the power to transform negative situations positively through purification
- Maintains brightness and never loses hope even in harsh environments
- Brings elegance to surroundings through cultural refinement and sophisticated sensibility
Symbolic Meaning
- Symbolizes purification effects like Setsubun's evil-spirit exorcism and spiritual cleansing
- Expresses signs of hope like plum blossoms and confidence in spring's arrival
- Signifies harmony of opposing elements (sweetness and bitterness, warmth and coldness)
- Represents mental preparation during the seasonal transition of Risshun and awareness of new beginnings
- Symbolizes cultural fusion of East and West and global perspective
Reason for Selection
- Combines hope and refreshment suitable for the period of waiting for spring in harsh cold
- Holds purification meaning that resonates with Setsubun's bean-throwing and evil-spirit exorcism rituals
- Resonates with February's plum blossom blooming and its pristine, elegant fragrance texture
- Complex and sophisticated expression of love suitable for Valentine's Day season
- Mental preparation for welcoming Risshun, purifying the old and embracing the new
Protection & Effects
- Protects the heart from depression and winter blues, restoring brightness
- Has the power to reduce stress and mental fatigue while maintaining mental tranquility
- Purifies negative emotions and evil thoughts, promoting positive thinking
- Lightens the mental burden arising from the complexity of human relationships
- Protects from physical ailments and emotional instability during seasonal transitions
Trials & Growth
- Due to phototoxicity, consideration for UV exposure after enjoying the fragrance is necessary
- Complex fragrance profile can be difficult to understand and tends to divide preferences
- Excellent balance may sometimes lead to insufficient decisiveness
- If purification effects are too strong, there's a risk of washing away necessary emotions
- May suffer from the gap between high ideals and reality, prone to perfectionism