Ambergris: Why Is Whale Vomit Used In Perfumes?

Table of Contents (click to expand)What Is Ambergris?How Does Whale Poop Turn Into An Aromatic Rock?How Does Ambergris Smell?Use Of Ambergris In PerfumesConclusion Ambergris is essentially a mass of undigested squid covered by a waxy chemical that the whale secretes. This ejected waste product from the whale develops a pleasant fragrance over time as it floats around in the ocean. When you think of buying perfume, I’m pretty sure whale vomit isn’t the first thing that pops into your mind. However, the perfumers of the world beg to differ. As it turns out, ambergris (whale vomit) is one of the … Continue reading Ambergris: Why Is Whale Vomit Used In Perfumes?