Can Diet Change How Perfume Smells? Exploring the Taste–Scent Connection
Posted by MAIR on Sep 12th 2025
Over the past few weeks in our Skin & Fragrance series, we’ve uncovered why perfume smells different on each person and what to do when your scent fades too fast. Now we’re exploring another fascinating layer of fragrance science: can what you eat actually change how perfume smells on your skin?
The short answer is yes; your diet doesn’t just affect your health and energy. It also influences your skin’s chemistry, which in turn affects how fragrance develops thro
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Is an Expensive Fragrance Always the Best? What You Need to Know
Posted by MAIR on Mar 4th 2025
In a recent episode of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, actress Jennifer Tilly hosted a "Caviar and Caftan" party, where she mentioned her preference for the most expensive caviar, assuming higher cost equates to better quality. This scenario mirrors a common misconception in the luxury fragrance world: the belief that a higher price tag guarantees superior quality and longevity.
Luxury Retailers and High-End Fragrances
Esteemed department stores like Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman
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Which Fragrance Category Lasts the Longest? A Guide to Long-Lasting Perfumes
Posted by MAIR on May 31st 2024
Thought we'd piggy back off our last blog about gourmand fragrances and stay in the topic of styles of perfume. Choosing a fragrance is more than just finding a scent you love; it’s also about how long that fragrance will last throughout the day. Whether you’re heading to work, a social event, or a special occasion, understanding the longevity of different types of perfumes can help you make the best choice. In this blog, we’ll explore which fragrance categories tend to last the longes
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