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Fusion d’Issey Extreme

Posted by Robin on 3 June 2021 Leave a Comment

The spot for Issey Miyake Fusion d'Issey Extrême.

Issey Miyake Fusion d’Issey Extreme ~ new fragrance

Posted by Robin on 3 June 2021 Leave a Comment

Issey Miyake has launched Fusion d’Issey Extrême, a new spicy woods fragrance for men. Fusion d’Issey Extrême is a flanker to 2020’s Fusion d’Issey.

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 3 June 2021 8 Comments

In most countries this new-ish collection from Weleda is called Aroma Showers, and there are 4 flavors. In the US, we get Aroma Essentials and 3, but take what you can get? "For whatever mood you're in, experience our plant-rich body wash formulas, crafted with essential oils for the ultimate shower experience. Energy Body Wash is perfect to jumpstart your day with the energizing scent of ginger, java lemongrass, and cedarwood. Immerse your senses in the lush combination of delicate rose, jasmine, and ylang ylang found in our Pamper Body Wash. Relax Body Wash offers a moment of serenity with the relaxing scent of lavender, bergamot, and vetiver. Skin is left feeling gently cleansed." Currently on mark down to $24 for the set of 3, or you can buy them separately for $10 each, at Weleda.

Thursday scent of the day 6/3

Posted by Robin on 3 June 2021 146 Comments

It’s Almost-Friday and World Bicycle Day. What fragrance are you wearing?

I’m in Berdoues Assam of India, which a kind reader sent me after I kept going on about the bottle — elephants! And the fragrance, while not genius, is a great summer citrus-tea refresher, perfect for pretending you’re not facing a day of thunderstorms.

Reminder: on 6/4 we’re doing With A Little Help from My Friends…

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Up 45%

Posted by Robin on 3 June 2021 5 Comments

Fragrance sales were up 45% in the first quarter of 2021 versus the year prior, according to data from market research firm NPD Group. Of course, the first quarter of last year included the onset of the pandemic, when fear and uncertainty may have started to affect consumer behavior, so it's worth comparing it to the same period in 2019 — when fragrance sales were down 27% from where they are now.

— Read more in Fragrances became an affordable luxury during the pandemic, leading to the biggest boom in sales in years: 'I have never, ever seen anything like this' at Business Insider.

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