Olive

The olive tree originated from countries bordering the eastern Mediterranean at the area, Israel, Palestine and Egypt. The olive tree, its fruit and oil have long been popular and Romans described the olive oil as part of a perfect food. In the first Olympic Games, it was olive oil that burned and the winner crowned with olive branches. They also felt that the olive tree was sacred and it was forbidden to cut or burn them. The olive tree is today associated with peace and olive branches are displayed on the UN flag.

Olive oil is a common base in skincare products but not as common in perfume, the scent is light and easily hidden by other heavy fragrances.