Salvatore Ferragamo has launched Gilio, a new limited edition luxury fragrance for women. Gilio is intended as an homage to Florence, and shares its name and packaging design with the first Ferragamo fragrance, launched in 1960…
Monday scent of the day 10/28
The last Monday in October, and International Animation Day. What fragrance are you wearing?
I’m taking the chill off the morning (it promises to be warm later) with Serge Lutens Chêne.
Reminder: on 11/1, wear a fragrance with dried fruits, if you have one…
Male and female pheromones
The study found that rats reacted differently to male and female pheromones. Regardless of risk, rats — particularly males — were observed to “scout out” areas with male pheromones, often later avoiding them. Areas sprayed with female pheromones, however, were visited significantly more often than male-sprayed areas.
— Can rat pheromones solve New York City's rat problem? Read more in Fordham Research Repels NYC’s Rodents at Fordham Observer.
Lazy weekend poll ~ open thread, Pumpkin Day 2019
The weekend is here! We’re celebrating Pumpkin Day (on Saturday) and John Cleese’s birthday (on Sunday) with our usual open thread poll. Talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, your favorite fragrance to wear on Halloween, whatever.
Or, ask a question about fragrance, then see if anyone else has asked a question that you can answer…
The daily lemming
From Garnier, SkinActive Water Rose 24H Moisture Gel: "This lightweight moisturizer contains natural origin rose water and hyaluronic acid, a powerful hydrator. This non-comedogenic moisturizer is suitable for normal to combination types. The sheer water gel formula is instantly absorbed into skin, replenishing moisture throughout the day while leaving no greasy residue behind. Skin is soft and smooth, with a clean finish and the fresh scent of real rose water. This gentle moisturizer is free of parabens, oils, dyes, and phthalates." $14.99 for 72 ml at Target.