Decoding the Fragrance Boom, Part 1

Aug 1st, 2022

Shoppers are seeking prestige, long-lasting fragrances, driving up the average unit price in the U.S. market.

Shoppers are seeking prestige, long-lasting fragrances, driving up the average unit price in the U.S. market.

Fragrance overperformed throughout the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in the United States. That trend has continued.

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These fragrances are marketed for their mood-enhancing and wellness properties.

Functional Fragrances Gain Traction in Indonesia: Data

These fragrances are gaining traction amid growing awareness about mental health and increased stress levels.

L to R: Michal Benmayor (dsm-firmenich) and Barbara Belvisi (Interstellar Lab).

dsm-firmenich Partners with Interstellar Lab for Botanical Ingredients Production Advancement

This collaboration aims to pioneer an ingredient research program focusing on the impact of environmental conditions on plant yield and phenotype evaluation.

Zalabí's Green Leap in Essential Oil Production

Zalabí's Green Leap in Essential Oil Production

Zalabí revolutionizes essential oil production by blending tradition with 21st-century sustainability, using solar-powered distillation and zero waste techniques for a greener future.

Ginkgo Technology Network is said to provide an integrated R&D experience with capabilities from over 25 inaugural partners.

Ginkgo Bioworks Creates Ginkgo Technology Network Providing Ecosystem of Technology Partners

Ginkgo Technology Network is said to provide an integrated R&D experience with capabilities from over 25 inaugural partners.

Beyond biotech, readers can also find industry insights on encapsulation technology, as well as social media's influence on innovation in fragrance formulation.

Fragrance Moves Ahead with Biotechnology, Social Media Influence & Delivery Tech

Key factors driving innovation in fragrance technology.

Study's lead author, Isabelle Lee, Ph.D.

Study: Consumer Exposure to Fragrance 'Extremely Low'

The study compared exposure to the approximately 3,000 in-use fragrance-producing ingredients to their respective TTCs and DSTs.

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.

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.

Fragrance Creators shared, 'We are pleased to see Congress working closely with the EPA to oversee implementation of TSCA amendments and look forward to continuing to work with all branches of government as we advocate for regulations that support sustainable innovation, high-quality jobs, and more.'

Fragrance Creators Statement on EPA’s Testimony During Senate Environment & Public Works Committee Hearing

"We are encouraged by the testimony of Dr. Michal Freedhoff, Ph.D., related to the agency’s commitment towards the approval of newer, greener fragrance chemistries."

By utilizing Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES), Bioeutetics is said to mimic the way plants elaborate their solvents, using 100% renewable sources therefore replacing petrochemical-based solvents with natural alternatives.

Syensqo Invests in Green Solvents Producer Startup Bioeutectics

By utilizing Natural Deep Eutectic Solvents (NADES), Bioeutetics is said to mimic the way plants elaborate their solvents, using 100% renewable sources therefore replacing petrochemical-based solvents with natural alternatives.

Forty-three participants aged 60 to 85 who had no prior diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia received scent diffusers with seven different essential oil cartridges.

Study: Scent Diffusers Improve Memory in Seniors by 226%

Forty-three participants aged 60 to 85 who had no prior diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia received scent diffusers with seven different essential oil cartridges.