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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

We sniffed 11 new women's fragrances – two stood out brightly: 'A touch of sex'

A review of eleven new women's fragrances showcases two particularly distinctive scents, eliciting mixed reactions from reviewers.

Mar 19 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Calvin Klein reinvents iconic Euphoria range with three new scents and one is 'seductive'

Calvin Klein has launched three new fragrances under its iconic Euphoria line, with one scent being described as 'seductive.'

Mar 13 • 06:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The scent frenzy can be harmful: a scientist explained when creating comfort can pose a threat

A Lithuanian scientist warns that while home fragrances can influence emotions and physiological indicators, their constant stimulus may lead to discomfort and health issues.

Mar 12 • 08:05 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

THE INVISIBLE BUSINESS CARD ⟩ How perfume affects your confidence and emotions

The article discusses the profound impact scents can have on our emotions and memories, influencing feelings of safety, anxiety, or nostalgia.

Mar 9 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Space NK now stocking 'beautiful' Kayali perfume we can't get enough of

Space NK has expanded its fragrance offerings by stocking Kayali perfumes, including popular scents like Eden Juicy Apple.

Mar 9 • 10:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Botanists sent scented gifts to lizards. Exotic reptiles enjoy fresh camellia flowers at the Liberec Zoo

Botanists have provided fresh camellia flowers as a treat for exotic lizards at the Liberec Zoo, enhancing their environment with new scents and tastes.

Mar 8 • 10:56 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Why do we sometimes stop to smell gasoline or rain?

The article explores the human attraction to certain scents, such as gasoline and rain, and how these odors are linked to memories and emotions in the brain.

Mar 8 • 08:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sauna World Champion: 'It’s all about the waving technique'

Maik Brandenburg, a sauna world champion, discusses the principles of sauna use, emphasizing the importance of proper techniques and the role of scents in enhancing the experience while also highlighting health considerations.

Mar 8 • 07:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Star of ‘two in one’: the starflower - this beauty decorates and scents

The starflower, a versatile perennial plant, thrives both outdoors and indoors, offering attractive blooms and a pleasant aroma.

Mar 7 • 08:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

We Have Fallen in Love with Niche Perfumes. "You Can Buy the Scent of KFC Wings or Furniture"

Niche perfumes are becoming mainstream in Poland, offering unique scents that allow individuals to express their individuality.

Mar 6 • 09:52 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Scent Experiment: Musk and Cucumber: Making the Brand Core Smellable

The article discusses how Sonja Reinholz and Stella Norwig assist companies in creating their unique scents, highlighting the often-overlooked importance of the sense of smell in a visually dominated world.

Mar 2 • 13:14 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The brown bar has received a perfume machine: – Now it smells like Dior, Fendi, and Prada

A new perfume machine has been installed at Sport 33 bar in Grünerløkka, allowing patrons to enjoy scents from luxury brands like Dior, Fendi, and Prada.

Mar 2 • 11:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Save thousands of rupees! Make perfume at home with these flowers, it's easy to make

The article discusses an easy method to make homemade perfume using jasmine and rose, which is safer and more pleasant than commercial options.

Mar 2 • 08:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Ingmar Nevéus: Two Not Particularly Pleasant Smells from the USA

The article discusses the pervasive smell of marijuana in U.S. cities, particularly in Brooklyn, where it has become more prominent than traditional city scents.

Mar 2 • 07:02 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Bad Bunny has shared his go-to fragrance and it's available at Boots for under £100

Bad Bunny revealed his favorite fragrance, which can be bought for under £100, and he enjoys layering scents for his signature smell.

Feb 25 • 14:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Dogs of a Mantrailing Association: They Can Even Smell Time

A German article discusses the remarkable olfactory capabilities of dogs, highlighting their anatomy and ability to detect scents.

Feb 24 • 12:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

The Kamasutra is Not Just About Sexual Positions. It Teaches About 22 G Points, Scents, Hair, and the Art of Seduction

The article discusses the multifaceted nature of the Kamasutra beyond mere sexual positions, emphasizing its teachings on attraction and sensual elements.

Feb 18 • 06:21 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
🇬🇧 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
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What it means when a person makes your dog distrustful

Dogs can react to humans with distrust due to their ability to detect stress and anxiety in people's scents, influencing their behavior.

Feb 12 • 22:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

9 Scents That Cats Dislike and How to Use This Knowledge to Your Advantage

The article discusses nine scents that are unpleasant to cats and offers tips on how to use this knowledge to keep cats away from unwanted areas.

Feb 10 • 13:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Why Do Caterpillars Emit Floral Fragrance? [Kang Seok-ki's Science Landscape]

The article discusses a surprising instance of mimicry in nature where caterpillars mimic floral scents to attract parasitic wasps for survival.

Feb 10 • 10:26 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
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Scientists Revive the Intoxicating Scents of Ancient Egyptian Mummies. The Smell of Death Does Not Occur

Scientists have successfully revived the scents associated with ancient Egyptian mummies, debunking the notion that these scents are overwhelmingly unpleasant or morbid.

Feb 7 • 16:10 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
🇬🇧 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
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Professor Ain Raal on life and death, but also from peppermint tea and calendula tincture to viper vodka

Professor Ain Raal of Tartu University discusses the various scents and uses of different plants, including those associated with life and death.

Feb 4 • 01:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Smell like Prada and YSL' with Lidl's new £7 'designer' perfumes 'worth £255'

Lidl is launching new £7 perfumes that resemble high-end scents from brands like Prada and YSL, offering an affordable alternative for fragrance lovers.

Feb 2 • 12:21 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Fragrant Shrubs: Winter is Fragrant

The article discusses how certain winter shrubs and flowers, like witch hazel and honeysuckle, can uplift spirits during the cold season with their pleasant scents.

Jan 14 • 11:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Perfume According to Horoscope: Which Scent Suits Your Sign?

Astrology suggests that each zodiac sign has a unique olfactory signature, influencing the scents that resonate with individuals.

Jan 6 • 14:43 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Gourmet perfumes: Food scents that conquer the world

This article explores the emerging trend of food-scented perfumes, highlighting popular fragrances inspired by food from coffee to cherries.

Jan 5 • 15:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Jo Malone calls a £36 high street scent 'one of the best fragrances I've ever created'

Jo Malone praises a £36 fragrance from a high street brand as one of her best creations, offering fans a more affordable option to enjoy her scents.

Jan 5 • 10:53 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Festive Flavors and Scents of Pontus – Aphrodite Georgiadou Remembers

The article explores the rich culinary traditions of Pontus and how they are preserved by descendants like Theofilos Georgiadis, who learned these practices from his grandmother.

Jan 3 • 14:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Functional perfumes: Scents that change mood and energy

The article discusses perfumes that have been proven to alter mood positively and enhance energy.

Jan 2 • 09:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

These aromas have been proven to change mood

The article discusses how certain scents can effectively influence and enhance one's mood, particularly emphasizing the potential for positive changes as the new year begins.

Jan 2 • 09:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Most Successful Lattafa Perfumes to Gift for Kings Day

As Kings Day approaches, the article highlights popular Lattafa perfumes suitable for gifting, known for their distinctive personalities and long-lasting scents.

Dec 31 • 05:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The resin that scents churches and Orthodox churches is disappearing from the market. A crisis is coming

The article discusses the dwindling availability of frankincense, a highly valued natural substance used in religious practices, and its implications as resources shrink.

Dec 31 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

M&S shoppers rush to snap up half-price perfume set that sees scents slashed to £2.78

M&S has slashed the price of its popular perfume gift set from £50 to £25, prompting shoppers to buy them for personal use or as gifts for the next Christmas.

Dec 29 • 10:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Asem Al Qassim: With my scents, I invite people to get to know our culture

Asem Al Qassim, the founder of the Anfas brand and the first certified perfumer in the UAE, uses his perfumes to share his cultural heritage and recently visited Zagreb for the opening of a new TOP perfumery.

Dec 28 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Wearing three or four perfumes at once? This is how the controversial trend of 'layering' works to personalize scent

The growing trend of 'layering' perfumes, especially among younger generations, promotes the customization of scents and challenges traditional perceptions of fragrance as a lifelong commitment.

Dec 26 • 04:30 UTC

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