The Influence of Aldehydes in Perfumery
Posted by MAIR on Dec 16th 2023
In our last blog, we shared information about Chanel No. 5 and its evolution over time. Part of what made this iconic fragrance an all-time bestseller is its unique departure from a single-note scent structure to the incorporation of aldehydes.What are Aldehydes?Aldehydes are a class of organic compounds characterized by a distinct molecular structure. These compounds, often derived from natural sources or created synthetically, contribute a sparkling, effervescent quality to fragrances. In perf
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Chanel No. 5 And Its Evolution Over Time
Posted by MAIR on Dec 11th 2023
Have you ever wondered why perfumes smell subtly different from their initial launch to present day? If you have ever mourned the discontinuation of a beloved signature perfume or candle this keep reading. Though we are using the iconic Chanel No. 5 as our case study the insights shared here go beyond this classic scent and are relevant to mainstream and niche fragrances like
MAIR, Heretic, and Xerjoff.
Chanel No. 5: The Composition:
Launched in 1921 by Coco C
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