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Progress in Essential Oils

Lawrence discusses the composition of Indian and Australian sandalwood oils.

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Revitalizing rose cultivation and a future in essential oils in Azerbaijan

Revitalizing rosa damascena cultivation and oil production in Azerbaijan’s picturesque Alazani Valley, Lecheq Farm & Distillery share a glimpse of their ethically produced treasures.

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Progress in Essential Oils: Myrica Gale

Adored by beavers, once found in beers of north western Germany during the Middle Ages and used as an effective insect repellant or a perfumery ingredient, myrica gale oil's constituents can shed new light to formulators on other ways it can be used in F&F.

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Material Review: The Developing Tea Tree Oil Industry in Guangxi Province, P.R. China

The GFRI's work to become the world's leading producer of tea tree oil.

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West Indian Bay Oil – How Dominica is Building for the Future

Bay oil has played a vital role in the culture and economy of Dominica for centuries. After Hurricane Maria, the material faced an uncertain future, but Dominica has built back stronger than ever, bay oil remaining a core component of its export economy.

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OQEMA adds Oud to its Naturals and Essential Oils Range

With its traditional roots and expanding popularity, oud oil is becoming a common ingredient in cosmetics, personal care and fine fragrance products.

We're in the beginning stages of the educated or informed consumer; which is a consumer who will eventually and ideally be looking beyond typical buzzwords like 'clean' or 'safe' in their purchasing.

3 Ways the F&F Industry Can Connect & Educate Consumers

Managing editor Jenna Troyli's editor's note for the February 2024 issue.

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Fragrance Creation: Fragrances for Natural and Certified Organic Personal Care Products

The link between fragrance and health in personal care product development. A recent article in Woman’s Wear Daily reported that organic brands and products based on sustainable resources have become one of the fastest-growing segments in beauty care. In fact, according to the Organic Trade Association, sales of US organic personal care products grew 28% to $282 million in 2005.

Comparing Notes: Complexity, Performance and Natural Effects

Perfumers Olivia Jan and Donna Ramanauskas discuss guaiacwood, jasmine sambac and oxathiane for fine fragrance, personal care and consumer product applications.

Naturals: The Case for Natural Personal Care Standards

The growth in natural and organic personal care products has resulted in a need for logical, practical and achievable standards. Conventional wisdom would tell us that the name of a product and the ingredients used to make that product are meaningful and truthful as reflected on the product label. But the fact is labeling cosmetics often depends entirely on the manufacturer.

P&F+ connects with Ascention founder and CEO, Greta Fitz, to get the scoop on collection details and much more.

Ascention Collection Looking to Develop "Wellness Fragrance" Category

P&F+ connects with Ascention founder and CEO, Greta Fitz, to get the scoop on collection details and much more.

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CBD Compliance: What Beauty Brands Need to Know. Download your FREE guide

Analysts estimate the revenue generated by CBD skin care products in North America to be around $645 million and expects the market to expand at a staggering 33% annually through 2027. However, regulation on CBD is coming. What should brands do? Here's what you need to know to make that call.

MoCRA created a modern cosmetics regulatory framework designed to advance sound science, safety, innovation, and consumer confidence.

The Current State of Cosmetic Ingredients in The Fragrance Realm

The Fragrance Creators Association weighs in on MoCRA as well as the current challenges in the cosmetic ingredients category as it relates to fragrance.

Eternis CEO Wilfrid Gambade on Growth Strategy, Sustainability, and the Future of Aroma Chemicals

Gambade shares his insights on what attracted him to the company, Eternis' ambitious growth strategy and how sustainability is at the heart of its operations.

Morgan shared, 'With OCTAVIA MORGAN Los Angeles, my goal is to offer sophisticated, gender-inclusive scents that elevate the senses while respecting well-being and the environment.'

OCTAVIA MORGAN Los Angeles Emphasizes ‘Thoughtful Formulation, Transparency and Sensory Experience’: Q&A with CEO, Creative Director

A member of the 2023 cohort of Ulta Beauty’s MUSE Accelerator program, Octavia Morgan built her brand to include signature blends and clean ingredients.

This month's editor's note looks at the effects of COVID-19 on the way we live our daily lives

Getting Comfortable

This month's editor's note looks at the effects of COVID-19 on the way we live our daily lives.

According to a Statista report, the worldwide personal care segment is projected to reach sales of nearly $167 billion in 2020 and $221 billion by 2024.

The Smell of Self-Care

Exploring the scents that help us unwind, from luxurious bath products and sensational skin care to unforgettable home fragrances and set-and-forget subscription services that deliver serenity to the doorstep.

Kristen Walker, Mintel.

Dark Chocolate Sees the Light

Beyond confectionery applications.

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