At Seed Harvest Scent, we use a copper alembic still that was handmade in Portugal to produce our sweetest, aromatic scents. We make small artisan batches using a slow-steam method, utilizing our copper alembic still to remove any sour sulfur notes or scents, resulting in a purer and more delightful aroma.

The distillation practice to produce perfumes from herbs has been used since antiquity dating back to Crete and even Egyptian times. Originally stills were made from terracotta but it is believed that they have been made from cooper for hundreds, possibly thousands of years.

Harman, A. (2023). Harvest to hydrosol: Distill your own exquisite hydrosols at home (2 ed.) IAG Botanics LLC.

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Seed Harvest Scent stands out from other lavender hydrosol businesses due to our rich family history and commitment to quality. With greenhouses built in Lexington, Massachusetts in 1950 by my father and uncle, and over 15 years of experience in growing lavender for ornamental planting, we have a deep-rooted passion for producing the finest lavender hydrosol. As a woman-owned business, we take pride in our dedication to sustainable and eco-friendly practices, ensuring that our products are not only of the highest quality but also ethically and responsibly produced. We strive to provide our customers with premium lavender hydrosol that captivates the senses and promotes a sense of well-being. For more information about our history and values, please visit our "About Us" page.

No, Seed Harvest Scent does not use pesticides on our lavender, spearmint, or peppermint.

Seed Harvest Scent makes every effort to prioritize sustainability in its production process. Through our cooper alembic distilling process, we are able to conserve water and reduce waste compared to traditional distillation methods. This approach allows us to extract essential oils from our herbs in a more environmentally friendly manner. Additionally, we are very selective with the herbs we grow, ensuring that they are hearty and pest resistant. By doing so, we optimize efficiency, further contributing to our sustainable ethos. We also use only USA made glass containers and sprayers that are reusable, as well as USA manufactured recyclable packaging materials. These practices not only align with our commitment to environmental stewardship but also result in high-quality products that our customers can feel good about using.