La fabuleuse histoire de l'Eau de Cologne

Documentary about the origin of the most famous perfumed water, eau de Cologne. Used by kings, the story of eau de Cologne is strongly tied to the evolution of social hygiene.
The history of the eau of Cologne goes back to almost four centuries, a history formed by extraordinary myths, family feuds and treacherous acts of commercial plagiarism. Its gradual use is a reflection of the evolution of society and its morality, in relation to body and hygiene, a gesture of intimacy. First perfume of kings, then the most popular fragrance, within reach of all the pockets.