Promoting innovation and high creativity in the development of Niche Perfumery and Cosmetics

2023 . 11 . 16 selected by Editorial Board

Ingredients

R&D

Olfactology

‘Giving computers a sense of smell’: the quest to scientifically map odours

What are the mechanics of measuring smell? AI startup Osmo is undertaking a massive project to understand the biological workings of smell. Will olfactory technology be able to map odors to eventually digitlze scent the way images have been digitized?

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A look at the process of digitizing scent

2023 . 11 . 16 selected by Editorial Board

Marketing

Retail

Perfume

Fighting Trend Fatigue : Authenticity and Craftsmanship the future of Fragrances – L’Artisan Parfumeur

Chief Brand Officer Thomas James talks about being real and sincere when it comes to fragrance marketing. He talks about recent collections before proudly discussing the opening of the first South East Asian-based boutique which brings a new merchandising concept to Singapore.

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The Chief Brand Officer talks marketing and merchandising

2023 . 11 . 10 written by Ermano Picco

Ingredients

Trends

Olfactology

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Aromatic Brew: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Coffee through Fragrances

A beverage cherished across the globe, coffee has a history as rich and diverse as its flavor. From its humble beginnings in ancient Ethiopia to its modern ubiquity, coffee has woven itself into the fabric of different human cultures. Let’s delve into the multifaceted world of coffee, examining its roots and the different ways to enjoy it in various cultures, as well as the secrets behind the impact of its unique aroma on mood which fostered the realm of perfumery for four decades now.

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2023 . 11 . 09 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Pigmentarium puts the Czech Republic on the world perfume map

Niche fragrance brand Pigmentarium prioritizes building a strong link between scent and the arts and craftspeople of its native Czech Republic. Founder Tomas Ric talks about the brand values and the launch of the latest fragrance, Oratorio, in this article.

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The niche brand founder talks about his vision and his latest launch
Essencional - The Paper
Have you ever asked yourself what’s behind the world of artistic perfumery? We have collected numbers, conversations, and trends of a world that has always been fascinating and inspiring.

2023 . 11 . 09 selected by Editorial Board

Fragrance lovers

Retail

Perfume

Nishane, the Turkish niche perfume brand, opens its Parisian boutique

Nishane expands its retail presence with its first store outside of Istanbul. The Parisian location is in the heart of prime perfume shopping with neighbors such as Byredo, Serge Lutens and Initio. The brand celebrates the culture and history of ancient Constantinople.

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A new location for Nishane

2023 . 11 . 09 selected by Editorial Board

Events

Ingredients

Olfactology

World Perfumery Congress 2024 Announces Theme

The concepts of innovation and creativity will play the starring roles at the World Perfumery Congress to be held in Geneva in June 2024. In this article you will find an overview of the agenda and what you can expect at this important industry event.

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The World Perfumery Conference announces the theme and agenda for 2024
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2023 . 11 . 09 selected by Editorial Board

Events

Ingredients

Perfume

Beautyworld Middle East 2023 – Why I Love Dubai

Fragrantica reporter, Sandra Raičević Petrović, takes us inside the major fragrance and beauty industry event to get a glimpse of the people, brands and companies who were present last week. From ingredients to packaging to end product, there’s something for everyone at this fair where quality, sustainability and getting back to basics were some of the key themes observed.

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A quick peek at last week’s major trade show

2023 . 11 . 02 written by Laurence Arrigo Klove

Fragrance lovers

Perfume

Trends

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Five Veggies A Day Keep Fancy Fragrance Experiences in Our Way

Moving up from our plates, veggies reach our nose with an authentic natural experience. New olfactive compositions create a strong connection with nature. Enjoy.

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Essencional - The Paper
Have you ever asked yourself what’s behind the world of artistic perfumery? We have collected numbers, conversations, and trends of a world that has always been fascinating and inspiring.

2023 . 11 . 02 selected by Editorial Board

Beauty

Trends

Marketing

Asia and India's market size set to triple in the next ten years

Move over China, the focus is shifting to a new geographic region. As middle and upper classes are enticed by luxury beauty, now is the time for brands to explore the viability of opening these markets. The big players are going in now, paving the way for niche.

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Strong growth in beauty is predicted in these emerging markets

2023 . 11 . 02 selected by Editorial Board

Books

Fragrance museums

Ingredients

Mandy Aftel Debuts The Museum of Scent Book

Niche fragrance pioneer Mandy Aftel has just launched her latest book, the Museum of Scent, which allows the reader to experience the delights of the actual museum through visuals and print. During years of research and writing, Aftel gathered a plethora of artifacts related to scent, which led to the creation of the museum. Now readers who can’t travel to California can get a taste for it in this tome.

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An article on the latest in fragrance literature