Kolonya

Kolonya (from Turkish: cologne) is a type of perfume. It is a famous product of Turkey, its country of origin. Kolonya is commonly used as a cologne, perfume, or as hand sanitizer.

Description

History

Kolonya originated in Turkey - then part of the Ottoman Empire - in the 19th century, when cologne was first imported from Germany. The new perfume inspired new methods of scent-making, and supplanted rosewater as the primary fragrance in Turkey. Other scents were later added to the imported perfume, creating a uniquely Turkish product.[1][2]

Makeup and usage

Kolonya is composed of ethyl alcohol (between 60 and 80 percent), water, and fragrance.[1] In addition to being used as a cologne, it is commonly used as a disinfectant or hand sanitizer. Traditionally, the aroma derives from fig blossoms, jasmine, rose or citrus ingredients. It has become increasingly popular in Turkey as a disinfectant following the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic.[3]

References
  1. Yalav-Heckeroth, Feride. "A Brief History Of Kolonya, Turkey's Fragrance". Culture Trip. Retrieved 2020-04-08.
  2. Ergil, Leyla Yvonne (2020-03-13). "It's time to commend Turkey's cologne culture". Daily Sabah. Retrieved 2020-04-08.
  3. Scatena, Jenna. "Turkey's unique hand-sanitising method". www.bbc.com. Retrieved 2020-04-08.
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