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Inspired by the story of Bay rum: a story about man and perfume

In the 16th century, sailors discovered the leaves of the West Indian Bay tree, named Pimenta racemosa, a small tree native to the West Indies, also known as Bay St Thomas. When rubbed on the skin, its dry leaves released a highly fragrant oil – an excellent way to freshen up and perfume oneself...

Ligne St Barth has sought to preserve this beautiful Caribbean tradition while adding a touch of modernity to create an authentic fragrance.
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Islander Story Continued:
While Caribbean farmers were shipping sugar to Europe, a few enterprising slaves discovered in these same sugar-cane plantations that fermented molasses (a by-product of sugar) could be turned into a sweetened alcoholic beverage. Brewers then adopted the original recipe, distilled in order to intensify its alcoholic content, creating the famous rum. Later, an ingenious sailor from Virgin Islands came up with the idea to infuse the leaves and extract their essential oils.

Bay rum was born.
The islanders gradually added spices, citrus zest, cinnamon and more to this cologne to adapt it to their tastes and soon it found its way into pampering rituals as part of a massage or after shaving.

Created in the West Indies, this fragrance became very successful throughout the world. Initially in vogue in New York among American barbers, and very popular with men, it was even introduced to the royal courts of Europe. Today, bay rum is still greatly appreciated by the people of the Caribbean islands (from Bermuda to the Bahamas, Barbados to the Virgin Islands).
Notes:
Lime, Vetiver, West Indian Bay Leaf, Martinique Rum, Guatemalan Cardamom, Caribbean Guaiac Wood, Tabacum Havana, Cedrus Atlantica.

Ingredients + Benefits:
Alcohol Denat.,
Aqua (Water),
Hydroxycitronellal,
Coumarin,
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone,
Geraniol,
Linalool,
Limonene,
Geraniol,
Citronellol,
Citral,
Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

Ingredients may be subject to change. The most accurate and up to date product ingredient list can also found on the product packaging.

Brand Info:
LIGNE ST BARTH has been creating products since 1983 that unite outstanding results with unbeatable quality. This family business epitomizes the pure spirit of St Barth and finds its inspiration in Mother Nature. The secret of LIGNE ST BARTH formulas lies in the use of natural ingredients with Caribbean floral overtones to create sensual harmony and excellence.

All LIGNE ST BARTH products are lovingly created on the island – creating not only a unique Saint Barthélemy product for export, but also offering a guarantee of exceptional quality.

Shipping Restrictions:
Sorry - We are unable to ship Ligne St. Barth products outside of North America.
Items containing Alcohol or that are pressurized (aerosols) are considered Dangerous Goods and require special handling. When these items ship by air Internationally, they must be shipped by specific, approved carriers such as FedEx and UPS. The charge is often in excess of $180, not the cost listed in our Shopping Cart. Brokerage and other fees may apply once the package reaches the destination country. Beautyhabit has no control over these fees, and they are in addition to the shipping cost at origination. Some countries are not approved for Dangerous Goods Shipments. If your country is not approved, you will be notified by email. We do not ship Dangerous Goods to Canada because the duties/taxes are prohibitive. Please note that Customs Clearance may be required for ANY International shipment. This clearance may take up to 8 weeks regardless of the products ordered and method of shipment.