A Luminous Fusion of Precious Florals & Resins

SHINJU embodies the Japanese concept "shinju" (真珠)—meaning pearl," representing luminosity, rare beauty, and natural perfection. This exquisite perfume captures the ethereal radiance of a pearl with layers of delicate florals and precious resins that create a lustrous fragrance of uncommon elegance

Fragrance Journey

Top Notes: Narcissus Absolute, Gardenia Taitensis (Tiare) Absolute
Heart Notes: Pink Lotus Absolute, Lilium Candidum (Lily) Absolute, Jasmine Absolute
Base Notes: Rock Rose Resin (Labdanum) Absolute, Amyris Balsamifera Bark (Amyris) Oil

The SHINJU Experience

SHINJU unfolds uniquely on each wearer, creating a personal fragrance journey that evolves throughout the day. The opening shimmers with the bright, slightly honeyed notes of narcissus and the creamy exotic warmth of tiare flower. As the fragrance develops, it reveals a luminous floral heart where the sacred lotus, ethereal lily, and opulent jasmine create an aura of serene beauty. The composition finally settles into a rich base of amber-like labdanum and smooth amyris wood that surrounds you with a warm, radiant glow reminiscent of a pearl's lustrous surface.

Natural Perfumery Commitment

100% natural ingredients – no synthetic fragrance compounds
Cruelty-free – never tested on animals
Phthalate-free and paraben-free
Ethically sourced botanicals
Hand-blended in small batches in Perth, Western Australia

Product Details

10 ml glass bottle with sustainable wooden cap
Recyclable gift packaging available
3-4 Year shelf life

How to Apply

For the full SHINJU experience:

Apply to pulse points (wrists, neck, behind ears)
Allow to dry naturally – do not rub wrists together
Be patient as the fragrance develops through its stages
Reapply as needed throughout the day

The Art of Proper Application

When applying perfume, patience reveals the true artistry behind each creation. It's important not to judge a fragrance the moment it touches your skin, as what you'll initially detect is primarily the alcohol base—the carrier that dissolves and preserves the precious essential oils. This alcohol evaporates within moments, making way for the sophisticated composition beneath.

Once the alcohol dissipates, you'll begin to experience the exquisite symphony of aromas that have been carefully orchestrated by the perfumer. This harmonious blend represents the true essence of the perfume—a balanced composition designed to unfold gradually on your skin.

The journey doesn't end there. As the perfume binds with your unique skin chemistry, it reveals multiple layers of depth from the various top, middle, and base notes. With chypre fragrances in particular, this evolution is especially remarkable as the fresh citrus opening transforms through floral heart notes before settling into rich, earthy base notes that can last for hours.

Why You Shouldn't Rub Your Wrists Together

A common mistake when applying perfume is rubbing the wrists together after application. This seemingly innocent gesture actually disrupts the fragrance's intended development by:

Creating friction that generates heat, which alters the chemical structure of the perfume
Breaking down the delicate molecular bonds between fragrance compounds
Accelerating evaporation of the more volatile top notes, causing them to disappear too quickly
Compressing the fragrance timeline, preventing you from experiencing the perfumer's intended progression

Instead, simply spray or dab perfume onto pulse points and allow it to dry naturally. This preserves the integrity of the fragrance and ensures you'll experience each note as it was designed to unfold—a true sensory journey from first application to the final lingering base notes.

"SHINJU is simply extraordinary. I've received more compliments wearing this fragrance than any other. It has this luminous quality that truly captures the essence of a pearl - precious, rare, and naturally beautiful. The way the florals seem to glow against the warm base notes creates something truly special that lasts throughout the day." — Bev. C Verified Customer Review

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