Perfumer & Flavorist

A research study outlined a three-factor benefits framework to understand why consumers choose scented household products: functional benefits, in-use experience and emotional benefits.

Malodor Technology is Meeting Consumer Needs with Fresh Solutions

This roundup of technologies demonstrates how four companies are innovating olfactive technologies to eliminate bad smells and enhance good ones.

Over 95% of the GHG emissions associated with cosmetic fragrance composition can be attributed to the raw materials and production processes necessary to create aroma ingredients.

Aroma’s Carbon Footprint: The Fragrance Industry's Path to Net-Zero Emissions

Snacking accounts for more than 20% of global food and beverage sales, according to data from Circana.

Forward Thinking: Snacks Without Borders

From Clove to Creamy: Natural Vanillin from Clove

From Clove to Creamy: Natural Vanillin from Clove

Indesso Natural Vanillin: Authentic. Sustainable. Sensory Excellence.

All of the winners were independently selected by Allured editors.

Allure Reveals Scent Winners of 2025 Best of Beauty Awards

The Best of Beauty Scent winners feature fragrances from every major olfactive category.

Labdanum Absolute SIGNature has a dry, lingering amber scent with woody and mineral nuances.

Givaudan Launches New Labdanum Absolute Ingredient

New ingredient is extracted from cistus plant in Andalusia, Spain.

From gourmand notes to hair and body mists, Target is taking aim at key growth categories.

Why Target is Diving Deep into Fragrance

Target's fragrance-forward strategy includes a rollout of "curated endcaps" and fragrance sampling events in 300 stores in October 2025.

The Birthday Cake fragrance includes notes of layered vanilla cake, creamy frosting and rainbow sprinkles.

Bath & Body Works Announces Latest Collaboration Collection with Milk Bar

The Birthday Cake collection launches on September 19 with more fragrances expected to launch during the holidays.

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. has announced René Lammers, Ph.D., as its new executive vice president and chief research and innovation officer, effective October 1, 2025.

The Estée Lauder Companies Taps PepsiCo R&D Leader to Drive Innovation Overhaul

As chief research and innovation officer, Lammers will lead The Estée Lauder Companies’ global research and innovation efforts, overseeing product and clinical innovation, regulatory strategy and upstream technologies.

The collaboration between Revlon and Aguilera has spanned more than ten years, with the successful launches of lines such as Signature, Definition and By Night.

Revlon, Christina Aguilera Renew Fragrance License Agreement

Revlon and Aguilera will launch a new fragrance in 2026 aimed at younger consumers.

The SipScape platform is driven by PANOPTIC, IFF’s proprietary trend and foresight capability.

IFF Launches SipScape Platform to Inspire Adult Beverage Innovation

New interactive platform offers actionable insights and trends, including product design, flavor modulation and sweetness reduction in no-and low-alcohol beverages.

Target will be the exclusive wholesale retail partner to carry It Factor, a new fragrance recently launched in the Originals Line, through November 2025.

Dossier Announces Retail Expansion with Target

The expansion will include best-selling scents from the house’s Impressions and Originals lines in addition to exclusive fragrances

The upgraded LMR Naturals site will make use of a newly completed experimental field nearby, providing direct access to plat materials.

IFF Expands LMR Naturals Site in Grasse

A €10 million investment enhances capacity, sustainability and innovation in the heart of the world’s perfume capital.

Company officials hope that this acquisition will help both companies broaden their geographic reaches and give customers a larger portfolio of high-quality ingredients.

Natara Global Announces Cash Offer to Acquire Treatt PLC

“By combining with Treatt, we will be strongly positioned to continue our growth journey," said CEO Yoram Knoop.