Acqua di Colonia Russa - Russian Cologne

Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella's Acqua di Colonia Russa perfume is a combination of invigorating citrus scents that were particularly fashionable in the early 1800s. Every perfumer presented their own unique expression of the classic Russian cologne, and the Santa Maria Novella monks developed their own formula featuring citrus top notes and aromatic, middle notes. OLFACTIVE NOTES Top Notes: Calabrian bergamot, citrus, neroli Middle Notes: Petitgrain, rosemary, lavender, clove Base Notes: Sumatra benzoin, civet ABOUT SANTA MARIA NOVELLA Established in 1221 in Florence, the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella originates from the Dominican friars who founded the Santa Maria Novella convent and cultivated a remarkable garden. This marked the beginning of their expertise in pharmacopoeia and natural preparations. Over time, this knowledge expanded to encompass cosmetics, fragrances, and wellness products, making Santa Maria Novella a renowned nam