Who we are
Welcome to Attar, the Apothecary
Since ancient times healing herbs and medicines were formulated and dispensed by the apothecary. At Attar, we strive to connect our customers with ethically sourced pure ingredients, sustainably produced using traditional farming techniques. We operate fairtrade practises to reward farmers for their hard work.
Our maiden adventure begins with Saffron. A special spice from the autumn flowering Crocus Sativus , grown in just a handful of countries. Since millennia, it has been revered for it’s medicinal properties, with use in perfumery and food. Current scientific research is revealing its benefits in the treatment of mood disorders and depression.
Antoin Sevruguin
Teheran, Epicer Droguiste sur la Place Royale, 1897 An Attar or seller of perfumes, herbal medicines and spices.
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