Escentina, originally known as Essencia, derives its name from the word “essence,” which defines something’s unique identity and importance. In the context of natural perfumery, Escentina captures the true essence of natural ingredients, setting it apart from conventional perfumery. By using carefully distilled aromatic components of natural ingredients, Escentina creates authentic and high-quality fragrances that are both distinctive and environmentally conscious.
As a B-to-B fragrance company, Escentina specialises in creating both 100% natural and synthetic fragrances for various applications in the personal care, home care, and fine fragrance industries.
Escentina was originally known as Essencia and was established in April 1949 by Hans Maechler in Winterthur, an industrial city located in the canton of Zurich, Switzerland. If you’re interested in learning more about Escentina’s history, you can visit our Heritage page.
Escentina has remained closed to its original roots by maintaining its headquarters, laboratory, and production site in Winterthur, Switzerland. Escentina also has local distributors worldwide to ensure proximity with its clients. You can access our distributors’ contact details here.
From the very beginning, Escentina has believed in the potential of natural raw materials and essential oils, despite the challenges presented by their limited availability and their use. Our company firmly believes that nature provides exceptional ingredients with wide-reaching benefits and is committed to respecting and protecting this invaluable source.
