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Naturals take centre stage with DSM-Firmenich
A year after the release of its book Grasse, de la fleur au parfum published by Gallimard, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty DSM-Firmenich continues to ramp up its approach to naturals. An approach that aims to “use science to harness nature and enhance its riches.” Xavier Brochet, Global Head of Natural Product Innovation, tells us more.
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Naturals take centre stage with DSM-Firmenich
A year after the release of its book Grasse, de la fleur au parfum published by Gallimard, innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty DSM-Firmenich continues to ramp up its approach to naturals. An approach that aims to “use science to harness nature and enhance its riches.” Xavier Brochet, Global Head of Natural Product Innovation, tells us more.
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Aromas and artwork: Redemption, by Julius Stewart
To celebrate the European Night of Museums this saturday, May the 18th, and to invite you to smell artworks, we invite you to take a closer nose at Rédemption, thanks to this article from Carole Couturier and Constance Deroubaix published in Nez#14 – Music & Perfume.
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Oman, strategically positioned in the Gulf
The partnership between Amouage and Oman, which aims to relaunch the local incense industry, takes place in the historical and geopolitical context of the sultanate. The brand’s intention is to contribute to the social and economic development of the country, while promoting Omani culture.
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Nez x GDR O3 – From olfaction to insulin production
Did you know that the brain and pancreas communicate via the olfactory system? This study from Hirac Gurden, member of the GDR O3, and its team, could open up prospects for the treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes in humans.
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Nez x GDR O3 – The great variety of animal noses
We humans are not the only ones to have an olfactory culture: this sense is essential for many other living creatures! Let’s talk about animal noses with Gérard Brand, a member of the GDR O3.
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Rae Ninta, Marketing Manager at Iberchem : “In Indonesia, the perfume market is quite fragmented”
Born in 1985 in Murcia (Spain), Iberchem is a leading company in the fragrance industry with a strong international presence. Dion Chandra, Fragrance Sales Manager for Indonesia, and Rae Ninta, Marketing Manager, talk about the main characteristics of Indonesia, where they opened an office more than twenty years ago.
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Renaud Salmon: “Wadi Dawkah is serving as a pilot project for the Omani frankincense industry”
In 2022, Amouage signed a partnership with Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism to relaunch the frankincense industry in the sultanate. This initiative follows on from the inscription of the Land of Frankincense on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2000. Renaud Salmon, Chief Creative Officer of the Omani fragrance house, takes up the story.
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PODCASTS BY NEZ
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Wadi Dawkah, The Land of Frankincense
Renaud Salmon, Chief Creative Officer at Amouage and Dominique Roques, perfumery ingredients sourcer, discuss the precious tree’s renaissance in Oman.
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Smell Talks : Cultural heritage and fragrance
Fragrance is important in our everyday life, but it has also played an essential role in global history, resonating with cultures and societies worldwide.