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The ancient question: essential oil or perfume? Which is better? Should we leave it up to nature or let man meddle with things he probably understands in the name olfactory satisfaction? It's up to you, really, but we lay out the case nevertheless.

Base Formula join us this week to tell us how to create our own essential oil perfumes, with tips on fragrances and their effects and uses, from enhancing your well-being, boosting your mood or to simply relax.

In part two of our essential oil series, we take a look at five popular oils, their properties, histories and other -ies that may apply to them. From floral to smoky, we breathe in the aromas of history and sneeze out the facts into the 21st Century.

In part one, we take a look at the history of essential oils, from their early discovery, distillation and how they changed society. Persia, Rome, Greece and Egypt all feature in this historical view of our favourite fragrances.

Frankincense. The ancient mystery. Sort of. We know it smells good (allegedly). But what does it smell like and why does everyone care? We attempt to answer these questions in a typical off-topic, rambling style. With gifs!

At last, Nightfall is here! Brand new pendants, essential oil compatible and revamped bracelets, all featuring engraving of your choice, for free!

Tired of your fragrance wearing out or going unnoticed? You've out in the effort to get all togged up, looking sharp but your perfume or cologne is falling flat. What to do? Check out our five tips to take your fragrance game from amateur to elite level.

Robots, avant garde architecture and deals abound in this week's blog. See Boston Dynamics master doors, upgrade your swag levels for less and gaze upon the Munch estate's alien looking new structure!

Looking for the key to style this coming autumn? Look no further, we've got you covered in this small, affordable and surprising way. Also, how to up your suit game!

A round-up of this week's design, technology and weird stuff that caught our attention, including a style guide and flamethrowers. Where else do you get those in the same place?

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