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🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Francis Kurkdjian: He Has the Talent to Translate the Intangible into a Fragrance

Francis Kurkdjian, an esteemed perfumer, is recognized for his ability to create bestselling fragrances while serving as the Creative Director of Dior.

Feb 27 • 16:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Sol de Janeiro's new jelly perfume balms give 1,000 swipes of scent– but do they last on skin?

Sol de Janeiro has launched its new Jelly Perfume Balms, offering three popular scents in a solid format that promises convenience and longevity.

Feb 27 • 08:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

GCM seizes more than 15 kg of drugs in a 'bomb house' in Suzano

The Municipal Civil Guard of Suzano seized over 15 kg of drugs, including crack, cocaine, marijuana, and lança-perfume, from a drug production site known as a 'bomb house.'

Feb 26 • 22:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man tries to distract saleswoman to steal a perfume worth R$ 189 and ends up arrested in Boa Vista

A 37-year-old man was arrested in Boa Vista after attempting to steal a perfume while distracting a sales assistant.

Feb 26 • 18:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Perfume seller Notino failed with constitutional complaint in dispute with the Chanel brand

Notino's constitutional complaint against Chanel was unsuccessful, leaving the Czech perfume retailer in a challenging position regarding its branding.

Feb 26 • 14:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I tried Molton Brown's new perfume and it feels like a trip to the spa'

Molton Brown's new perfume, Tea Ceremony, offers a tranquil scent experience reminiscent of a spa retreat, combining notes of nashi pear, green tea, and earthy matcha.

Feb 26 • 10:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Perfume seller Notino failed with constitutional complaint. Must disclose where it obtained Chanel products

The Czech perfume and cosmetics retailer Notino lost its constitutional complaint regarding the requirement to disclose the origin of its Chanel products, which the Constitutional Court deemed groundless.

Feb 26 • 08:04 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Montreal-born perfumer Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone enjoys prosperity in Bermuda

Isabelle Ramsay-Brackstone, a Montreal-born perfumer and Honorary Consul of Canada, finds success in Bermuda with her Lili Bermuda Perfumery while supporting the Canadian community there.

Feb 25 • 19:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Sergeant Mota expelled from the PM: understand details of the conviction for stealing perfume in Teresina

Sergeant Avelar dos Reis Mota was expelled from the Piauí Military Police after being convicted of stealing a perfume from a residential property in Teresina.

Feb 25 • 15:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

D&G £68 perfume that makes shoppers ‘feel special’ slashed to £34 for Mother's Day gifting

Dolce & Gabbana’s perfume, originally priced at £68, is now available for £34 at Boots, just in time for Mother's Day.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Sergeant Mota is expelled from the Military Police and the decision will be sent for government sanction; PM was convicted of stealing perfume in Teresina

Sergeant Avelar dos Reis Mota of the Piauí Military Police has been expelled after being convicted of theft, including stealing a perfume from a residence in Teresina.

Feb 25 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Pampita revealed what she smells like: what is her favorite perfume?

Carolina 'Pampita' Ardohain shared her favorite perfume, causing a stir on social media with her choice reflecting her identity and style.

Feb 21 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Mother's Day luxury perfumes under £30 that will make her 'smell like royalty'

The Perfume Shop has launched a Bridgerton-inspired perfume collection perfect for Mother's Day, currently priced at £29.99 due to a 30% discount.

Feb 21 • 21:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

What perfumes you should be wearing this Lunar New Year according to your starsign

The article recommends choosing a new perfume according to your star sign to celebrate the Lunar New Year, which symbolizes fresh starts and personal growth.

Feb 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Beautiful' £55 Marc Jacobs perfume that 'gets compliments' now £30 in flash sale

A Marc Jacobs perfume, originally priced at £55, is now on sale for £30, accompanied by positive reviews highlighting its long-lasting scent and attractive packaging.

Feb 19 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Perfume lovers can get £200 worth of scents from Vera Wang, Avant and more for £60

A new beauty box offers £200 worth of fragrances for just £59.99, featuring products from various brands, and signals a trend for layering scents in 2026.

Feb 16 • 18:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Christian Astuguevieille, the iconoclastic creator of Comme des Garçons perfumes, has died

Christian Astuguevieille, the co-creator of the Comme des Garçons perfume line, has passed away at the age of 79, leaving behind a legacy of unique and unconventional scents.

Feb 16 • 17:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Livigno at the Winter Games: Here the Olympic Flair Reigns – At Least for Guests

The article explores the unique ambiance in Livigno as it prepares for the Winter Olympics, particularly through its numerous perfume shops, though business seems slow with empty stores.

Feb 16 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I'm a fragrance expert and sesame scents are going to be huge this year

A fragrance expert predicts that sesame scents will rise in popularity this year as they potentially replace the current trend of pistachio scents in perfumes.

Feb 15 • 08:11 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Reaction to baby perfume: - No, no!

A mother expresses dismay over a clothing store selling perfume intended for babies.

Feb 13 • 10:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Marc Jacobs four-piece perfume set worth £44 now offered for £20 in double savings

A four-piece perfume set from Marc Jacobs, originally valued at £44, is currently available for just £20 as part of a promotional deal.

Feb 13 • 07:06 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Valentine's Day boosts the perfume market in Mexico: Luxury and premiumization drive double-digit sales

Valentine's Day significantly stimulates the perfume market in Mexico, with sales increasing at double-digit rates, particularly in niche and concentrated fragrances.

Feb 12 • 14:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Recife enters the Guinness Book by breaking the record for 'relay perfume application'; understand

Recife, Brazil, has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest number of participants in a relay perfume application event, surpassing the previous record held by Saudi Arabia.

Feb 11 • 16:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man arrested in flagrante with hundreds of bottles of lança-perfume in Petrópolis

A 36-year-old man was arrested in Brazil while transporting hundreds of bottles of the drug lança-perfume, indicating a significant drug trafficking operation in the region.

Feb 11 • 14:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Jessy Potts’ go-to perfume sparks frenzy as Love Island boys fall for her scent

Jessy Potts receives widespread compliments from the boys of Love Island about her signature scent during her recent re-appearance in the villa.

Feb 11 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

B&M £4 perfume is ‘great Valentine’s Day gift’ — and cheaper than £71 Jimmy Choo

A budget-friendly perfume at B&M is being praised as a fantastic Valentine's Day gift alternative to luxury options.

Feb 10 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

A criminal group that perfumed cocaine packages and hid them among marble sinks is captured

A criminal organization has been dismantled for smuggling cocaine from Brazil to Spain by concealing it in marble sinks and spraying it with perfume to evade detection.

Feb 9 • 12:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Claudia Winkleman's everyday perfume that reminds her of 'the best nights out' is on sale

Claudia Winkleman's signature scent, YSL's Opium Eau de Parfum, is on sale, evoking memories of her best nights out.

Feb 9 • 08:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Perfume of the Mummy: Researchers Document Ancient Civilizations' Scents Through 'Smelling' History

Researchers are exploring ancient scents through historical texts and artifacts, reviving the significance of smell in understanding past civilizations.

Feb 8 • 04:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Krigler: The legendary perfume loved by Jackie Kennedy is making a comeback

The historic house of Krigler is reintroducing the highly limited edition of Lovely Patchouli 55, a fragrance closely associated with Jackie Kennedy.

Feb 6 • 14:43 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Life & Tech

Goodbye to 'just in case he kisses me': Can applying perfume on the neck harm your health?

A recent debate has emerged on social media regarding the potential health risks associated with applying perfume on the neck, as it may affect thyroid health, following a warning from the Mexico City Health Department.

Feb 6 • 01:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

If you’re looking for a memorable perfume, Atelier Rebul has a carefully crafted Valentine's offer

Atelier Rebul offers a thoughtfully designed Valentine's perfume collection that emphasizes the intimate and personal nature of fragrances as gifts.

Feb 5 • 13:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Best perfume and aftershaves for Valentine's Day as chosen by a former Boots worker

A former Boots worker shares her top perfume and aftershave recommendations for Valentine's Day, highlighting both seductive scents and everyday favorites.

Feb 5 • 10:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Researchers reconstruct aromas of ancient cultures

Researchers describe how museums can utilize "molecular elements" to engage the public with aromas from the past, revealing insights into ancient perfumery, medicine, and rituals.

Feb 5 • 08:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Jo Malone perfume set containing three scents plummets to £24 in rare beauty deal

A Jo Malone perfume set containing three scents is now available for just £24, making it an ideal and affordable Valentine's Day gift.

Feb 5 • 07:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Krigler: The legendary perfume loved by Jackie Kennedy returns

The historic house of Krigler reintroduces the highly limited edition Lovely Patchouli 55, a fragrance closely associated with Jackie Kennedy.

Feb 5 • 06:31 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Attempted to steal perfume in Zagreb and attacked employees. He was arrested

A 28-year-old man attempted to steal perfume in central Zagreb and physically attacked store employees who tried to stop him, leading to his arrest by police.

Feb 4 • 18:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Skins in Frankfurt: Smelling good alongside renowned competition

The Dutch retail chain Skins aims to conquer the German market with premium and niche brands, already offering expensive fragrances on Kaiserstraße in Frankfurt.

Feb 4 • 16:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'Tantric' Romeo... Spraying perfume to mesmerize schoolgirls

A man in Madhya Pradesh was arrested for allegedly using tantric practices to attract schoolgirls by spraying them with perfume and reciting mantras.

Feb 3 • 06:43 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Diptyque presents a new, fresh version of the iconic fragrance Orphéon

The popular brand Diptyque has launched a new version of its iconic fragrance, Orphéon.

Feb 2 • 14:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Perfume at 40 euros has driven women crazy. They say it's a duplicate of a Dolce & Gabbana hit

A 40-euro perfume is being compared to a luxury fragrance priced at 160 euros, stirring excitement among women.

Jan 16 • 16:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Glorious' Superdrug £19 perfume 'makes you feel confident' and gets compliments

Customers are praising a £19 Superdrug perfume for its appealing scent and its ability to boost confidence and draw compliments from others.

Jan 15 • 14:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Do We Want to Smell Like Food? The Trend of Perfumes with Scents Like Tiramisu Says Yes

A rising trend in perfumery features edible scents such as tiramisu, matcha tea, and pistachio that evoke comforting memories of home and baked goods.

Jan 15 • 04:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Sarah Michelle Gellar revealed which perfume she cannot live without

Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar recently shared her must-have fragrance in an interview with Harper's Bazaar.

Jan 14 • 14:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Sarah Michelle Gellar revealed that she loves a hit perfume

Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar recently shared which fragrance has become an essential part of her daily routine in an interview with Harper's Bazaar.

Jan 14 • 14:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Do you know the trick that makes perfume last significantly longer in winter?

The article discusses a trick to make perfume last longer during winter, emphasizing the importance of finding a personal signature scent as part of one's style.

Jan 13 • 10:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Kylie Jenner used the Golden Globes to launch her 'sexiest' new perfume yet

Kylie Jenner debuted her new perfume at the Golden Globes, captivating fans with what is described as her 'sexiest' fragrance yet.

Jan 12 • 09:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I own over 150 perfumes but this £28 scent gets me compliments every time

A beauty writer discusses her favorite scent among her extensive perfume collection that consistently garners compliments.

Jan 11 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Gianluca Toniolo, CEO of Dolce & Gabbana Beauty: "Madonna's choice as the face of a perfume is not nostalgic, but a statement of authenticity for younger generations"

Gianluca Toniolo discusses how Madonna's selection as the face of a perfume represents authenticity rather than nostalgia for younger demographics.

Jan 10 • 23:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

How Chanel No. 5 Got Its Name, the Most Famous Perfume in the World?

The article explores the origins and history of Chanel No. 5, one of the most iconic perfumes created by fashion designer Coco Chanel.

Jan 10 • 09:28 UTC

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