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Osmo's Tornadew, a novel fragrance molecule designed to capture the electric, humid atmosphere of the air just before a storm. Discovered through Osmo’s 3 billion molecule library, Tornadew delivers a distinctive watery, ozonic, green and dewy olfactive profile with nuances of violet leaf and cucumber.
From Burnt Metal to Long-Lasting Tonka: the Latest Updates to the Fragrance Ingredient Palette
Sep 4th, 2026
The Sephora launch introduces a tiered entry point: the full-size fragrances retail for $140, with $35 travel sprays and an $18 discovery set. The Villainelle and Painted Petals launch September 14, while Wild Cousin is slated to follow.
Anecdotes by Artists Brings Perfumer-Led Storytelling to Sephora With Sept. 14 Launch
Aug 31st, 2026
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Travis McIntosh, CEO of supplier Perfumer’s Apprentice and its consumer brand, Scent Trunk, noted, 'As an online retailer, ScentFest SF was such a fun way to meet so many people who know the Scent Trunk brand and an exciting venue for our fans to share stories of how they connect with our line, and seeing the excitement on their faces when being introduced to our new Whisper of Melancholy launch of four new fragrances!'
ScentFest SF Makes a Big First Impression
Aug 14th, 2026
Robertet’s Colada Extract is a highly versatile ingredient that translates the sensory richness of coconut into a refined olfactive profile—shredded coconut, creamy and toasted nuances, juicy fruit facets, and a subtle pineapple flesh note evoking a natural piña colada impression.
From Piña Colada to Electric Daisy: The New Faces of Gourmand Scents and Flavors
Jun 19th, 2026
Research suggests that odors below the threshold of conscious detection can still shape perception, influence behavior and alter emotional responses.
The Invisible Influence: Why Subthreshold Odors Deserve More Attention
Jun 9th, 2026
Overall, this year’s Esxence signaled a category at a crossroads: expanding rapidly in scale and creativity, but increasingly challenged by oversaturation and the need to sustain meaning in an overcrowded fragrance landscape.
Esxence 2026: “Sensing the World” Signals a New Era of Scale, Storytelling, and Scent Saturation in Artistic Perfumery
Jun 8th, 2026
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Can a hazy IPA brewed entirely with liquid hop products deliver the bitterness, flavor and overall sensory profile expected from a beer made with traditional hops?
Can Liquid Hops Deliver the IPA Experience?
Sep 9th, 2026
Esarom offers flavor solutions in confectionery, beverages, ice cream and more.
Agrana to Acquire Austrian Flavor Solutions Specialist Esarom
The acquisition supports Agrana’s growth strategy for its food and beverage solutions business.
Sep 9th, 2026
“I’m proud to be taking on this role at a significant moment for the Foundation and for the fragrance industry,' said Reade.
Fragrance Foundation UK Names Kelly Reade CEO
The Foundation is also establishing a new base at Eccleston Square in London’s SW1, part of a broader effort to bring the organization closer to its members and the wider fragrance community.
Sep 9th, 2026
The Perfumer & Flavorist+ team sampling ingredients at the World Perfumery Congress in Monterey, California; from left: Jeb Gleason-Allured, group publisher, and Mitch Fox, brand development manager.
The Global Ingredient Tour: The Latest Flavor & Fragrance Innovations from London to Grasse to California
Sep 4th, 2026
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Unlike conventional encapsulation methods, Microcaps' patented microfluidic manufacturing platform uses a step-emulsification process to produce highly uniform fragrance droplets at industrial scale, offering precision, reproducibility and formulation control.
The Next Generation of Fragrance Delivery Takes Shape
Fragrance is getting a high-tech makeover with microencapsulation and light-activated scent that lasts weeks.
Sep 4th, 2026
By treating flavor as the hero, nutrition as the enabler and texture as the core experience, brands can move past functional compromise to build the next generation of truly craveable snack bars.
The Flavor Equation: Engineering Craveable Snack Bars in the Age of Protein and Sugar Reduction
The primary hurdle is executing what consumers call "mindful indulgence."
Sep 4th, 2026
The Scandinavian concept of lagom—the idea that there is a 'just right' amount of everything—is quietly influencing how product developers think about sensory design.
Mapping the Global Senses (Part 2 of 3): Novelty & Familiarity
Sep 4th, 2026
Consumers don't just want 'spicy'—they want the challenge.
Summer's Last Sip: What the Taste Trends Taught Us
Every launch seems designed to spark a conversation, a social post or a friendly dare as much as satisfy hunger.
Sep 4th, 2026
Mane's Antillone combines vibrant pineapple, pear and apple notes with fleshy green nuances to create a fresh, authentic fruity profile that enhances both flavors and fragrances with exceptional juiciness and realism.
Fruit Forward: The Materials Redefining Realism in Flavor & Fragrance
Sep 4th, 2026
'[T]he beauty of being a perfumer lies in the ability to dream freely and create without stifling that artistic spirit,' says Agilex perfumer Jamie Y.Tan. 'But balancing creativity with technical limitations—like regulatory restrictions and cost constraints—is an essential part of the craft.'
From Rejection to Retail: How Jamie Y. Tan Turned Persistence Into Perfumery
"Your individuality is what ultimately shapes your signature as a perfumer."
Sep 4th, 2026