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Section: Fragrance > Fine Fragrance
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Vanguard Perfumery: Blue-Sky Smelling with Antoine Lie
The perfumer talks the future of niche, and where to look for the newest smells and ideas.
May 1st, 2020
Comparing Notes: Woody Notes and Perfumery Puzzles
A discussion with perfumers David Apel and Maurice Roucel
Apr 10th, 2009
In the face of one of the largest social justice movements in history, companies and consumers alike are looking to shine a light on—and provide resources to—marginalized populations, including Black fragrance creators.
Perfume Noir
Propelled into the spotlight by social justice activism around the world, Black fragrance creators want to let it be known that this isn't a moment—it's a movement.
Nov 30th, 2020
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Discover NORLIMBANOL® DEXTRO
The key olfactive isomer now available on the market, NORLIMBANOL® DEXTRO, is a creative breakthrough. The purest form of this innovative woody amber molecule, made possible by our scientists, is a creative, hedonistic addition to the perfumery palette.
Jan 5th, 2018
Ambrofix is inspired by the more well-known, yet entirely evasive material, ambergris.
Perfumer Notes: Ambrofix
Ambrofix is inspired by the more well-known, yet entirely evasive material, ambergris.
Nov 1st, 2021
Fresh Marine Notes
1-Methyl-4-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-carbaldehyde and its dihydro derivatives.
Apr 9th, 2010
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Editor's Note: A Greener Heart
This issue, we get to the heart of one of the flavor industry’s ingredient concerns: adulteration in garlic oil. Due to its prevalence in countless savory products, garlic oil’s purity is an ongoing topic within the industry. Additionally, Christophe Laudamiel, perfume sculptor, shares his thoughts on educating both future perfumers and consumers for a more sustainable, more mindful fragrance industry.
Jul 28th, 2017
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Spice Notes in Perfumery
It can be said in a general sense that anything we add for flavor or fragrance value could be construed as a spice. This study examines many of the more common spices that one would find on a good supermarket spice rack as well as some that are relatively obscure.
Apr 6th, 2016
Base notes of perfumery
It is far easier to produce original top notes than original base notes. This is the reason I am going to discuss the blending of tenacious perfumery raw materials.
Apr 29th, 2016
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Editor’s Note: A Whirlwind of Change
In the wake of hurricane Harvery, Irma and Maria, the F&F industry is reacting to the impact to the citrus market and the volatile natural marketplace.
Oct 19th, 2017
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Material Review: Woody Notes in Perfumery
In this article, I shall exemplify additional types of traditional perfume compounds containing vetiver or its derivatives.
May 7th, 2009
Comparing Notes: Quality is Key
Looking back on ck one and Tom Ford Grey Vetiver, perfumer Harry Fremont reflects on materials, creativity, easy-to-wear fragrances and creating addiction
Oct 22nd, 2010
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Editor's Note: Addressing Market Fluctuations
This issue is all about fine fragrance and vanilla. Why are they placed together? Ever since gourmand became a fragrance category, vanilla was its shining star, not to mention vanilla still holds the number one spot as the most popular flavor globally. So throughout these print and digital pages, we give you a little taste of both categories.
Apr 29th, 2019
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Non-Alcoholic Solvents in Multifunctional Fragrances
By replacing alcohol as the carrier solvent with biology-based hydrocarbons (BBHCs), it becomes possible to design and manufacture entirely novel multifunctional products that straddle the line between perfume and beauty care while carrying an “all-natural” certification.
Sep 25th, 2018
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Fragrance Outlook: Noir to Niche
From “black” fragrances to limited-edition scents, the future of perfume lies in the unique and surprising. drom fragrances’ Tribeca (New York) fine fragrance studio is unique for a number of reasons, including its open floor plan and perfumers’ bar—a sort of shared work space that encourages interaction among noses.
Dec 30th, 2008
To me, a signature fragrance isn’t the same perfume every day. It’s knowing which notes and fragrance categories work best for you and make you feel the best.
Editor's Note: Finding Your Signature
Aug 1st, 2025
Comparing Notes: Annie Buzantian and Harry Frémont
Finding balance, adding edge and giving fragrances a soul.
Sep 17th, 2009
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Editor's Note: Thriving into the Future
What is the state of naturals in 2016?
Sep 29th, 2016
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