The Difference Between a Chemist and a Perfumer
Posted by MAIR on Oct 16th 2025
When you pick up a fragrance, you’re holding the result of both science and imagination. But who makes that magic happen? Many assume a chemist and a perfumer are the same when, in truth, they play very different yet equally essential roles in the creation of a scent.
The Perfumer - The Artist of EmotionA perfumer, often called a “nose,” is the creative mind behind a fragrance’s identity. They craft olfactory stories using thousands of raw materials both natural and synth
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