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J Beauty: fostering that certain (skin) glow
As a beauty fan, you keep tabs on the latest in skincare shifts and movements. And while you may know other “alphabet” beauty trends, we would like to introduce to you the newest letter bubbling up across the industry: J-Beauty. The term J-Beauty, a.k.a. Japanese Beauty focuses on minimalist and preventative skincare routines . Products and …
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‘Tis the Season for Scents
While the holidays may look and feel a little different this year—’tis the official season for scents. The festive spirit fills homes with aromas via candles, diffusers, and even detergents. Whether nostalgic or a twist on a classic, home fragrances will certainty delight you. So, start swapping your autumn favorites for the comforting, wintery smells …
Madagascar: Ylang Ylang. A Sun Scented Flower
Powerful and potent. Some choose ylang ylang oil for its soothing and relaxing properties. Others look to it for its romantic, sweet floral aroma. Like many perfumery natural ingredients, ylang ylang has traveled a long way. The Filipino name ilang-ilang evokes the image of these “suspended bunches” of flowers fluttering in the wind. Discovered in …
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Madagascar: Queen Vanilla
Is Madagascar the Garden of Eden? When entering the natural environment of Madagascar one may easily feel like immersing him or herself into an enchanted garden. The rich soil, conducive climate, and ecological farming – make it the ideal home for the abundant fragrant plants that grow there. We feel fortunate to responsibly work with …
Aussie Beauty
A Rising Power Hitter Today, we’re taking you along with us to Australia, one of our favorite places for beauty and fragrance inspiration. As a young country (formally established in 1901) with the oldest continuous culture, Australia is the new – important – kid on the block. We’re seeing many new exciting A-beauty products emerging …
Splish Splash My Dog’s Taking a Bath
Your favorite dog shampoo fragrance might not be his favorite Did you know that 10 % of a dog’s brain processes olfactive impressions while a human’s only 0.3 %? That means your dog’s sense of smell exceeds yours 13 times! Dogs’ heightened sense of smell gives them some pretty strong opinions on fragrances, and they often differ …
Angel Activist
Minimizing Impact on Society and Planet Angel Activists want change, and they want to achieve it in a gentle way. That means they are as serious and committed as others, in their very own way! People in this group continuously challenge ethical and environmental concerns by blending conscience and imagination, with a dollop of joy. …
Autumn in the Air
Let us just pause for a minute and savor the flavor of the season. For many of us, Autumn is a favorite time of the year. Do you harbor a fond memory of picking apples with your family? Do you purposely aim for fallen leaves as you walk, just to hear them crunch under your …
Finding the Cleanest Air in the World
Our Expeditions of Discovery Embark on unique journeys with Symrise to discover exotic locations where nature reigns supreme. We’re on the hunt for stimulating scents and flavors that serve as inspiration to our creative teams who work to bring these amazing sensations back to you. This takes on a renewed sense of importance these days, …
Feeling Clean during Covid-19
The world looks different from where we were a year ago. Hygiene was something many of us took for granted. It was a passing thought while washing our faces before bed or wiping our children’s hands. But, the Covid-19 pandemic has turned our daily lives upside down across the globe, completely shifting our notion of …