1. Cultivation & Plantation
- Source: Plumeria alba and yellow cultivars of Plumeria rubra
- Location: CAPI-managed tropical plantations (Philippines or Southeast Asia)
- Agronomic Practices:
- Full sun exposure for maximum flowering
- Well-drained sandy-loam soil
- Organic fertilizers & pest management
- Integrated with biodiversity trees and shade species
2. Harvesting
- Timing: Flowers harvested early morning before full bloom for maximum fragrance
- Method: Handpicked carefully to prevent petal bruising
- Quality Control: Only fully developed, sun-kissed blooms selected
3. Processing / Extraction
- Initial Processing:
- Petal cleaning & sorting
- Immediate cold storage to preserve volatile compounds
- Extraction Methods:
- Solvent-free enfleurage or CO₂ extraction (premium-grade)
- Small-batch artisanal distillation for high fragrance fidelity
- Output: Plumeria absolute, essential oil, or infusion concentrate
4. Quality Assurance
- Sensory Evaluation: Fragrance profile checked by master perfumers
- Lab Analysis: GC-MS testing for chemical composition & consistency
- Sustainability Verification: Traceability certificate from plantation → extraction
5. Product Formulation & Blending
- Integration with ANOC:
- Signature perfumes (Solara Essence™)
- Aromatherapy oils (Solara Ritual Oil™)
- Luxury candles & mists (Solara Bloom Candle™, Solara Aura Mist™)
- Blending: Combined with complementary notes (sandalwood, citrus, musk, or agarwood for ultra-luxury lines)
6. Packaging
- Luxury Packaging: Frosted glass, gold foil accents, embossed floral logo
- Eco-Conscious Practices: Biodegradable outer boxes, responsibly sourced materials
7. Distribution
- Channels:
- High-end retail boutiques
- Luxury resorts & spas
- Online direct-to-consumer (ANOC website)
- Logistics: Temperature-controlled shipping to maintain fragrance integrity
- Traceability: QR codes for customers to track origin from plantation → bottle
8. Marketing & Customer Experience
- Storytelling: Emphasize sun-grown blooms, artisanal extraction, sustainable practices
- Cross-Integration:
- CAPI plantations as experiential eco-tourism sites
- CAHTI wellness centers: floral teas and aromatherapy pairing
- Oud Academia™ workshops: fragrance education & appreciation