Perfumer & Flavorist+ received an interesting inquiry from a reader:
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"Hello, I have a German antique perfume from my grandmother, from World War I. It is still full and has never been opened. I want to create a new scent today by adding new formulas to this perfume. I do not see this idea as impossible. It may be difficult because it is from the old years, but I do not believe that it will be with new formulas. I have no aim to make the brand famous. I do not have a company and I am not a well-known person, I just want to evaluate this fragrance I have.
What I know about the owner of this perfume is that he passed away many years ago and L'Oreal Paris bought and closed his company. The bottle was not opened in any way, in fact, we only took it in our hands to take a photo."
Interested in being part of this journey to discovery? Is this fragrance well past its prime? Are you familiar with this fragrance and can share its notes? Have any advice for this individual?
If so, please email managing editor, Jenna Troyli at [email protected].
