As a specific for gout colchicum was early employed by the Arabs; and the preparation known as eau medicinale, much resorted to in the 18th century for the cure of gout, owes its therapeutic virtues to colchicum; but general attention was first directed by Sir Everard Home to the use of the drug in gout.
Also known as eau de parfum, these are generally the most expensive.
The Splash collection was also unique when it was introduced because most high-end designer perfume names focus on the Eau De Parfums, leaving Marc Jacobs to debut the designer body splash.
Intimately Beckham will be priced at around £ 19.45 for a 30ml eau de toilette spray and £ 25.95 for the 50ml version.
Because the scent is lighter, eau de toilette may need to be applied more often than perfume.