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Santa Maria Novella

Acqua di Fior d'Arancio – SANTA MARIA NOVELLA | Facial floral water · Orange blossom & neroli

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    250ml

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    Founded in 1221 in Florence, Santa Maria Novella is the oldest artisanal perfumery and pharmacy in the world. Originating in a Dominican convent, the house has been crafting balms, ointments, and remedies from medicinal plants since its inception. Its ancestral expertise has been passed down to the present day, blending tradition and excellence. Renowned for its iconic perfumes, candles, and preparations, it embodies Florentine elegance. Santa Maria Novella offers a unique sensory experience, rooted in eight centuries of history.

    A mist of light at dawn — pure, floral, soothing.
    Orange blossom, neroli, citrus buds — fresh, tender, luminous.

    Fior d'Arancio — "orange blossom" in Florentine — is Santa Maria Novella's most luminous and lightest floral water. The officina was founded in Florence in 1221. While Acqua di Rose plays on the deep and soothing Damascus rose, Fior d'Arancio expresses itself in an airy and luminous floral freshness, evoking Mediterranean citrus gardens in the early morning. Its formula is remarkably pure: a bitter orange blossom hydrosol obtained by direct distillation of fresh flowers, enriched with a touch of neroli essential oil — two complementary expressions of the same flower.

    The texture is aqueous, crystalline, and absolutely light — it settles on the face like dew and penetrates instantly, leaving no residue. The fresh orange blossom expresses itself immediately with a floral and slightly citrusy clarity. Neroli brings a warmer and slightly honeyed, complex, and precious dimension to the heart. Citrus buds prolong a green and slightly tangy freshness. And the soft musk accord concludes in a natural and very skin-close sweetness — an airy and discreet floral trail, luminous like a calm morning.

    Fior d'Arancio is the gesture for those who want to start their day with a floral light — pure, light, timeless.

    Main active ingredient

    Distilled bitter orange blossom hydrosol

    Precious active ingredient

    Neroli essential oil

    Formulation

    Alcohol-free · Florentine tradition 1221

    Skin type

    All skin types · Sensitive skin

    Size

    250 ml

    Usage

    Face · Morning & evening after cleansing

    Specificity

    Natural Neroli · Alcohol-free

    A word from Maison Diaphane

    A luminous floral mist, to start the day with a delicate gesture. The presence of neroli essential oil in the formula — in addition to the hydrosol — elevates this floral water above a simple tonic. It is the quintessential morning ritual for those who love to combine botanical efficacy and sensory pleasure. To be combined with Idralia or Rose Gardenia Cream for a complete facial ritual.

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    Fior d'Arancio Floral Water by Santa Maria Novella is an alcohol-free facial tonic floral water in 250 ml — distilled bitter orange blossom hydrosol, neroli essential oil, soft musk accord. Traditional preparation from the Florentine officina founded in 1221. Available at Maison Diaphane, official retailer. Free delivery from 100 € (in France).

    What is neroli?

    Neroli is the essential oil obtained by steam distillation of bitter orange (Citrus aurantium) flowers. Distinct from floral water, it is more concentrated and brings a richer and more complex aromatic dimension — slightly honeyed, slightly spicy, very floral. Its presence in this floral water is a sign of quality and botanical excellence.

    What is the difference from Acqua di Rose?

    Acqua di Rose is based on Damascus rose — softer, more soothing, slightly more powdery. Fior d'Arancio is based on orange blossom and neroli — fresher, brighter, slightly more citrusy. Both are used in the same way, as a facial tonic after cleansing. The choice depends on olfactory preference: rose or floral citrus.

    When should I use it?

    Morning and evening after facial cleansing, before applying a moisturizing treatment. Its floral freshness makes it particularly a morning ritual — energizing, luminous, immediately soothing. It can also be sprayed throughout the day to refresh the face.

    Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

    Yes — alcohol-free, based on natural hydrosol, it is particularly well tolerated by sensitive or reactive skin. The presence of neroli in very low concentration adds a slight additional soothing property.

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