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

2025 . 05 . 21 selected by Editorial Board

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Perfume

R&D

Top 10 Trends in Fragrance Design Right Now

As we’ve seen, fragrance continues to grow and with that comes innovation and creativity when it comes to design. In this article, discover the ten biggest movements tht are having an impact on fragrance design today.

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A briefing on the latest influences on fragrance design today

2025 . 05 . 12 written by Laurence Arrigo Klove

The People of Niche Perfumery

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Victoria's Personal Fragrance Story. How to Enjoy Life Extensively.

Victoria Belim-Frolova tells her personal sensory journey made of a variety of destinations; literature, art, food, history, cultural traditions and... fragrances.

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2025 . 05 . 12 selected by Editorial Board

Trends

Perfume

Marketing

Trends in the USA: A spotlight on the world’s biggest fragrance market

According to US market research firm the Benchmarking Company there are four key trends driving growth in the US, the largest fragrance market in the world. Find out what they are and also read about how the American consumer is engaging with fragrance now.

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Four fragrance trends to watch in the USA

2025 . 05 . 12 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Education

How to Describe What We Smell Using the Right Words

Ever at a loss for words when trying to talk about a fragrance? In this article learn the meaning behind several descriptive terms and find out which fragrances embody them. A great way to increase your fragrance vocabulary to be more precise when speaking about scent.

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Nine words to talk about fragrance and how to use them
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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.

2025 . 05 . 12 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Regulatory

Skinification of Fragrance: The Rise of Alcohol-Free Perfumes

From regulatory issues to cultural preferences, several factors are driving the trend behind the growth of alcohol-free fragrance alternatives. New technology enables the development of products with tenacity, an appealing texture and even benefits for the skin, in novel formats bound to meet consumer demand.

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New technology paves the way for new innovative alcohol-free fragrance formats

2025 . 05 . 12 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Marketing

Officine Universelle Buly 1803: The Apothecary of Dreams

Here is a French heritage brand with one foot in the past and one in the future . In ten years this beauty emporium, a part of LVMH since 2021, has expanded from one boutique in 2014 to 59 around the globe now. Read their story in this interesting article.

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The challenge of breathing new life into a 200+ year old brand
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2025 . 05 . 05 written by Karen Marin

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Fragrance lovers

Education

Soviet Perfume Chapter 2: The Pioneers of Russian Perfumery

Chapter 2 of Soviet Perfume dives into the glamorous, gritty origins of Russian fragrance. Meet the visionary entrepreneurs who laid the foundations of the industry in pre-revolutionary Russia. Meet the noses, from Ernest Beaux’s path to Chanel No. 5 to Auguste Michel’s transformation of an imperial scent into the Soviet icon Red Moscow. Discover the fearless women advocates who forever changed the fate of fragrance in Soviet times.

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2025 . 05 . 05 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Marketing

Comme des Garçons: Mastering the Art of Disruptive yet Commercially Viable Fragrance Since 1994

When Comme des Garçons launched its first fragrance over thirty years ago, it stuck out in terms of olfactory profile as well as unique packaging: a pebble-shaped bottle that laid flat. Subsequent launches continue to push the envelop with notes like ink and turpentine. In this article the company president talks about the brand and its vision for the future.

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The story behind the original, disruptive brand
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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.

2025 . 05 . 05 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Fragrance lovers

Trends

Niche perfumes: Chinese brands spice up the competition

The Notes Shanghai tradeshow in March welcomed 200 domestic and international fragrance brands, proving the Chinese market still boasts opportunity for growth. Observers see consumers seeking products that they connect to on an emotional level, while also appreciating creativity and innovation in scent.

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Domestic brands are finding their niche in China

2025 . 05 . 05 selected by Editorial Board

Perfume

Marketing

Fragrance lovers

Who’s really behind your perfume? A closer look at transparency and truth in the fragrance industry.

In this article, the author investigates several well known brands to find the real story behind fragrance creation. The crux is that the question of whether product is created In-house or outsourced matters in terms of transparency and honesty as some brands position themselves as artisanal with heritage when it’s not always the case.

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The delicate distinction between true artisan craftsmanship and illusion