Search Perfumer & Flavorist

499 Results

Type: Article

Woody Notes In Perfumery Part III: Cedarwood And Derivatives In Soap Fragrances

In part I of this cedarwood series (Perfumer & Flavorist, May/June 2001), we discussed various cedarwood oil types and derivatives. In part II of this cedarwood series (Perfumer & Flavorist, July/August 2002), we discussed the application of cedarwood and its derivatives in various types of fragrances. We have also given examples of the use of cedarwood in imitations of several essential oils, and of the use of cedarwood derivatives in some specialties.

pf_soap_thumb_22618

Woody Notes in Perfumery Part III: Cedarwood and Derivatives in Soap Fragrances

This article will address soap fragrances, of which cedarwood and its derivative are a part. Cedarwood is a good fixative; it has a rounding effect on the odor of other perfume components and does not discolor in soap.

Enhancing an Environment With Fragrance

Think of fragrancing possibilities to reinforce the predicted trends of the ’90s quiet and privacy. The ‘90s will go where our dreamers and entrepreneurial thinkers take us, Pay attention to small innovative company requests. These are idea people.

Oq Pf2302 Lead

A Look at TCD Dimethanol use in Fragrance Formulation

OQ Chemicals' TCD Dimethanol (TCD DM) is a unique solvent molecule used in advanced fragrance formulations and perfume oils as a secondary solvent, viscosity modifier, thickener and retardant, enhancing scent molecules while increasing their longevity.

candle_pf_thumb_11618

Fragrance Handbook: Creating a Winning Candle Fragrance—From Brief to Manufacture

Addressing the three “C’s” of formulation: cost, compatibility and cold throw—plus a candle fragrance glossary. “Air Care—US,” a Euromonitor report released last winter, detailed this $2 billion-plus market, which grew 6% between 2004 and 2005. Within this segment, candles jumped 30%—more than any other category—to sales of $265 million.

Emily Ratajkowski likes that Flowerbomb is 'about strength as much as it is about femininity.'

Viktor&Rolf Announces Emily Ratajkowski as the Face of Flowerbomb

The 18-year-old fragrance was designed with femininity, something Ratajkowski champions, in mind.

From ingredients to packaging, the barrier to entry is lower for body sprays than fine fragrances.

Forward Thinking: 3 Fragrance Trends Happening Now

Solid perfumes, enhanced body sprays, and music-inspired scents are the latest fine fragrance trends hitting shelves.

perfume-bottle_flower_m

Natural Instincts: Global Trends in Women’s Fragrances

Emergence of aromatherapeutic, antioxidant-rich and “free from” formulations.

Chypre

So much for the past of the Chypre family, now what can we expect for the future? It seems that the creative perfumer has overlooked the general Chypre family, with the exception of a few green approaches, during the last decade. Since we have witnessed the renaissance of the Floral blends and the renewal of the Oriental popularity we can foresee that the next type the trade is going to revive will most probably be the Chypre.

Resettling Musk Deer: New Promise to Increase Musk Output

As long as need remains strong for musk, the successful resettlement of musk deer will he a blessing not only for the animafs and their raisers, but also for the users—the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.

pf_india_lead_91317

India: The Crossroads of Flavor and Fragrance

There are eight magical ingredients that enhance both, traditional Indian cuisine and perfume. Angad Rai, master Indian specialty chef, Trident Bandra-Kurla-Mumbai, and Krishan Mohan, perfumer, share their creations and the role these ingredients play in each.

Musks: The Choices

I would like to summarize the various possibilities, considerations and choices that are open to perfumers when they create fragrances that are safe for today’s market, including a brief description of the versatility and functionality of the various musks, as well as the safety of these ingredients.

slide3_pf_92117

Scent and the Spirit - Sufism’s Fragrance of Love

One of the world’s most sublime mystical traditions, Sufism views scent as the spirit’s essence.

Cracking the Code: How Does Our Sense of Smell Work?

All of our information about the wonderful universe in which we live, is obtained through our fi ve senses. Therefore, it is not in the least surprising that much research and speculation has been invested into trying to understand how we smell and how that sense decodes the olfactory messages of molecules.

pf_perfume_thumb_13018

The Musk Dilemma

Musk aroma chemicals represent a very important class of constituents of fragrance compounds. This family of aroma chemicals has been one of the most controversial from the safety concerns of some nitro-musks, to the biodegradation of polycyclic musks (PCMs).

Musk Aroma Chemical Industry

In this article we highlight some of the overall findings from the study which we believe is the first to be done on this branch of the fragrance industry. For further details, including specific data on producer/consumer countries and companies, the reader is referred to the complete study.

pf_straw_lead_22318

First Person: Hacking Musk Strawberry Flavor

Decoding an exotic botanical close to home.

Musks in perfumery

Today a lot is known and understood. Nevertheless, this field continues to present a challenge for research workers interested in the chemistry and olfactive properties of musk compounds.

Page 1 of 28