Issue 10 of Nez is out: "The tenth issue of Nez examines the affinities between our nose and our mouth, perfumery, and cuisine. Nez is an invitation to explore the world through our olfactory sensations, adopting a multidisciplinary approach that encompasses art, literature, photography, science, history, gastronomy, and, of course, perfumery, providing its readers with a better understanding of the essential role the sense of smell plays in our lives." 160 pages, $29 at Luckyscent.
Another lockdown recipe from Gucci: Paula’s Banana Split Churros. (You can find the printed recipe at the YouTube page.)
It’s Tuesday, plus Candlemas / Groundhog Day. Birthdays: James Joyce, Stan Getz, Raven Wilkinson, Farrah Fawcett, Ina Garten (thanks for the broccoli recipe!), Brent Spiner. What fragrance are you wearing?
I slept late, so I’m in Hermès Kelly Caleche again, since there it was on my desk. Tea at the moment is a snowy weather blend, 1/3 each Numi Chinese Breakfast, random Assam from Upton, Mariage Frères Chandernagor.
Reminder: on 2/5, for National Grapefruit month, wear a fragrance with grapefruit…
Lancôme has launched La Vie Est Belle Soleil Cristal, a new flanker to 2012’s La Vie Est Belle…
From Hello, Good Morning Meyer Lemon + Ginseng Fluoride Free Toothpaste: "hello, sunshine. kick your morning off right with this super-delish toothpaste that’ll remove plaque, whiten your smile and brighten your day. this perfect blend rocks farm-grown mint and meyer lemon, and is thoughtfully formulated with coconut oil, ginseng, and guarana to jumpstart your taste buds. better yet, this paste is free from peroxides, gluten, SLS/sulfates, artificial sweeteners/flavors, dyes, microbeads, parabens, and triclosan. hello is vegan, cruelty free, and never tested on animals (leaping bunny certified and peta recognized). now that’s a wake-up call to love. #brushhappy" $5 for 85g at Target. (Hello also makes a Good Night toothpaste with lavender and chamomile.)