Adjacent to the beautiful Piazza di Santa Maria Novella in Florence is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. The Officina Profumo - Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella was established by the Dominican Fathers shortly after 1221, the year of their arrival in Florence. From the herbs cultivated in their gardens, the monks gained renown for their balms and creams and in 1612 the pharmacy was opened to the public.
Today the tradition of high quality and limited production is still being continued. The essences and fragrances used for their soaps, body care and home fragrances represent a unique characteristic of the pharmacy, as does the perfume from their traditional potpourri made from the flowers and herbs around Florence, also available in candle form, which emits the same fragrance when burning.
There is no animal testing and pesticides are not used. Scrupulous attention to cultivation ensures the high quality of all products from Officina Profumo - Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella.
Here is our selection from the Santa Maria Novella range.
Colognes
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Pomegranate
Perfect for day or night
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Russian Cologne
Fresh & Zesty |
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Angels of Florence
Soft and romantic scent; portion of sales go to Angels of Florence Foundation
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Santa Maria Novella
Classic cologne with a citrus base |
Other colognes available are:
- Cittá Di Kyoto
- Rose
- Golden Musk
- Vetiver
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- Gardenia
- Pot Pourri
- Nostalgia
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Home
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Pot Pourri
A Santa Maria Novella favourite!
Herbs & flowers, long-lasting & moth repellant
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Pomegranate Candle
A soft powdery fragrance, long burning |
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Pot Pourri Fireplace Starters
Quick combustion candle to light and scent your fireplace. Box of 4 |
Terracotta Pomegranate
Infused with pomegranate essence |
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Relax Candle
Available individually or as set of 3;
scents of rosemary, orange and lavender |
White Essence Burner |
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Oil Essences available:
- Carnation
- Rose
- Stephanotis
- Verbena
- Vanda Suavis
- Sandalwood
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Oil Essence Burners & oils
A few drops will scent an entire room |
Soaps
All the small soaps are triple milled, aged for 60 days in ventilated cabinets and hand-wrapped. Will last three times longer than ordinary soaps.
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Pomegranate Bath Soap
also available in smaller toilet size |
Pomegranate Gift Box of 3 Soaps |
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Milk Soaps
Rich, gentle & softly moisturising |
Milk Soaps:
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- Carnation
- Gardenia
- Jasmine
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Aritea - Lavender Soap
Fragranced with Tuscan grown lavender |
Floreale Cologne Soap
Refreshing Citrus Scent |
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Soap Dishes
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Santa Maria Novella Crest |
Men's Soaps
Pot Pourri, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Russian Cologne |
Face
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Idralia Cream
An excellent hydrating cream |
Face and Neck Cream
Highly concentrated non-oily, suitable for day & night |
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Rose Water
Use on face and in the bath water |
Orange Blossom Water
Purifies & tones the skin; also a linen rinse |
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Body
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Idrasol Body Cream
Ultra-hydrating, perfect for after sun or dry skin |
Body Milk for Women
700yr old recipe, gardenia scent |
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Healing Hand Cream
Softens, heals, moisturises with light lemon fragrance |
Almond Foot Cream
Refreshes, rests, softens |
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Pomegranate Bath Salts
Restores minerals to top layers of skin |
Musk Hair & Body Gel
Perfect for the gym or travel |
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Arnica Cream
100% natural and organic.
Reduces swelling, bruising, redness, relief from muscular pains. |
Aloe Vera Healing and Moisturising Gel
For use after sun exposure |
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Marigold (Calendula) Cream
100% natural and organic. Healing Cream, good for sensitive skin. Relieves itchiness and redness from sun or irritation. |
Deodorant Cream
A non-scented anti-odour cream with extract of sage and olive oil. Not an antiperspirant. |
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Iris Toothpaste
Non-abrasive, all natural toothpaste. Cleans and refreshes, with natural mint taste. |
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Men
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Before/After Shaving Cream
Ideal for dry or sensitive skin |
Shaving Foam
Rich & creamy foam ideal for sensitive skin |
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After Shave Lotions
Melograno & Colonia Russa |
Non-Alcoholic Emulsion
Helps combat the effects of razor burn |
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Shaving Cream
Excellent lubricant during shaving for all skin types |
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