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

2023 . 09 . 21 written by Laurence Arrigo Klove

Perfume

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Asian Perfume Houses, all the Magic of Asia Under a Scented Roof

At Maison de L’Asie in Singapore, the lady of the house leads the visit inside her stunning interiors inspired by Asian cultural stories. In Thailand, Prin takes us through its sophisticated and rich concept. In China, One Day sticks to minimalism to give room for imagination while Maison Dixsept welcomes us into its house full of dreams, and Documents magnetically pulls us into its dark home.

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2023 . 09 . 21 selected by Editorial Board

Retail

Trends

Marketing

Nigerians emerge top spenders in Africa’s $57B beauty & personal care industry

Interested in the African market? Nigeria continues to be the key volume driver for beauty spend in Africa with Egypt following closely behind. In this article, see how each segment performs and learn which countries are expected to grow in the near future.

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Africa is an emerging market that savvy entrepreneurs are watching.

2023 . 09 . 21 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Trends

The Art of Smelling Good

Fragrance has benefited from the launch of TikTok not just for promoting awareness but for helping to grow the artistic fragrance sector. In this article, see which fragrance your favorite perfumer wears while also getting a few tips on the best way to wear and store scent.

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Find some application tips and fun facts about fragrance

2023 . 09 . 21 selected by Editorial Board

People

Fragrance lovers

Olfactology

One-on-One with AMAFFI Perfume House Perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour

Catch up with this celebrated nose who talks about his passion for fragrance and how the perfumer’s job has changed. He even gives a sneak preview of his latest project.

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A quick chat with this creative perfumer.
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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 . 09 . 21 selected by Editorial Board

Fragrance lovers

Trends

Perfume

6 Trends and Innovations in Ambient Scent

Since even before the pandemic, people have found comfort in setting their hoime environment. Several trends have emerged in the category including specific scents, sustainability, and the latest, air care.

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Discover the latest in ambient fragrance trends

2023 . 09 . 14 written by Laurence Arrigo Klove

Perfume

Trends

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You Want to Know What is Behind the Solid Trend for Solid Perfumes

The growth of solid perfumes is happening. I explore and validate our attraction to solid scents. The case is rock-solid based on multi-dimensional and strong assets.

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2023 . 09 . 14 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Marketing

Liberty appoints agency ahead of new fragrance brand launch LBTY

The edgy London retailer is getting into the beauty game with its own in-house LBTY brand set to debut with 5 high-end fragrances this Fall. The fragrances, inspired by the iconic textile archive, were created in partnership with well-known perfumers, yet to be revealed.

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The famed retailer to launch a fragrance line

2023 . 09 . 14 selected by Editorial Board

The People of Niche Perfumery

Noses

R&D

Christophe Laudamiel joins Osmo to develop fragrances via AI technologies

Once again Christophe Laudamiel is on the cutting edge as he delves into a new venture set to build a platform to enable the discovery of new scent molecules. Osmo has already built the first map of odor and this is their latest foray combining machine learning and olfactory neuroscience research.

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The latest news from one of our Gente di Nicchia (People of Niche)
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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 . 09 . 14 selected by Editorial Board

Trends

Perfume

Fragrance Dupes, Trading Down, Treat Mindset: Trends Poised to Influence Q4 as Beauty Heads into Holiday

As we head towards the final quarter of the year, it’s a great time to take a look at how consumer behavior is changing and what it means for Q4 business. Fragrance has been performing strongly since 2020, but does the rise of Fragrance Dupes pose a threat to the premium and prestige sector?

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A great overview on how the next few months could pan out

2023 . 09 . 14 selected by Editorial Board

Ingredients

Perfume

R&D

Upcycled fine fragrance? How upcycled ingredients meet consumer demands for sustainability and naturality

Vegetables are the latest source of renewable, biodegradable and upcycled ingredients in perfumery. These unexpected raw materials are completely in line with the increasing consumer desire for something unique which also respects the natural / sustainability trend.

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An interesting article and video on the use of unusual ingredients