• Remembering Leonard A. Lauder (1933-2025)

    The Estée Lauder Companies has announced the passing of Chairman Emeritus Leonard A. Lauder on June 14, at the age of 92, surrounded by family. Mr. Lauder was born in…

  • THE 2025 FRAGRANCE FOUNDATION AWARDS

    One thousand guests gathered Thursday evening June 5th for the 2025 Fragrance Foundation Awards at Lincoln Center. The evening celebrated excellence and innovation in fragrance across 19 categories. Industry Legend…

  • eLVes LOUIS VUITTON

    Looking to the horizon. Forging your own path. Seeking out adventure, and taking control of your own life. Drawing inspiration from the Maison’s rich history of travelling, the Louis Vuitton…

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The Estée Lauder Companies has announced the passing of Chairman Emeritus Leonard A. Lauder on June 14, at the age of 92, surrounded by family. Mr. Lauder was born in 1933 in New York City, the oldest son of Estée and Joseph H. Lauder, the founders of The Estée Lauder Companies. He was a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science, the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, and the Officer Candidate School of the United States Navy. Mr. Lauder studied at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business. He served

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One thousand guests gathered Thursday evening, June 5th, for the 2025 Fragrance Foundation Awards at Lincoln Center. The evening celebrated excellence and innovation in fragrance across 19 categories. Industry Legend Ralph Lauren, Executive Chairman and Chief Creative Officer of Ralph Lauren, and Daniela Andrier, Master Perfumer of Givaudan Fine Fragrance, were the recipients of this year’s prestigious Hall of Fame and the Lifetime Achievement Awards. Ralph Lauren’s son David Lauren, Chief Branding and Innovation Officer of the Ralph Lauren Corporation, accepted the award on behalf of Mr. Lauren who was

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Roger Howell Named President of ASP

New Board Members Announced as ASP Looks Ahead to World Perfumery Congress 2026 in Monterey, California. The American Society of Perfumers (ASP) is proud to announce the appointment of Roger Howell as its new President, ushering in a new chapter of leadership and innovation for the organization. With over three decades of experience in fragrance creation, Howell brings both creative excellence and a collaborative spirit to the Society’s mission of supporting and celebrating the art and science of perfumery in the United States. “I’m honored to serve as President of the

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Givaudan Introduces ChériScentz

Givaudan, a global leader in fragrance and beauty has introduced ChériScentz™, a new technology that empowers perfumers to create scents that evoke sensuality in their creations. Because of the Company’s leadership and expertise, this groundbreaking fragrance design aid complements the already extensive range of Neuroscience technology innovations, including MoodScentz+™, VivaScentz™ and DreamScentz™. Aligning with Givaudan’s commitment to enhance emotional connections through perfume, ChériScentz™ will allow consumers to embrace their sensuality in day-to-day life. Jeremy Compton, Global Head of Science and Technology – Fragrances adds, “Givaudan’s Health and Wellbeing Centre of

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Lisa Sequino Appointed President of Estée Lauder Brand Cluster

The Estée Lauder Companies has announced the appointment of Lisa Sequino as the new President, Makeup Brand Cluster, responsible for leading the strategic direction and global growth of makeup, and overseeing the company’s portfolio of makeup brands, including M·A·C, Bobbi Brown, Too Faced, Smashbox and GLAMGLOW. Ms. Sequino will report to Jane Hertzmark Hudis, Executive Vice President, Chief Brand Officer and will be effective in the role as of June 9, 2025. A respected leader with more than two decades of experience in the beauty industry, Ms. Sequino returns to

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NYSCC LUNCH and LEARN: 12:00 on Tuesday, June 3rd at The Javits Center

Join me for LUNCH & LEARN at 12:00pm on TUESDAY, JUNE 3rd at the JAVITS CENTER (Room 1E10) as we bring together experts, educators and perspectives that include the essential players in creating the “invisible art” of fragrance. USE CODE GL22UU – to join me for lunch…it is limited, so act today! REGISTER HERE         12:30pm ASHLEE POSNER, CEO at Lucent Labs, will discuss RETHINKING NATURAL: THE RISE OF VALIDATED-SAFER SYNTHETICS IN FRAGRANCE.  An in-depth discussion on the growing consumer shift from natural ingredients to a blend of

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Nicola Formichetti Named Global Creative Director at Estée Lauder and MAC

The Estée Lauder Companies and M·A·C Cosmetics have announced the appointment of Nicola Formichetti as Global Creative Director. A celebrated creative director, designer, and cultural icon, Formichetti brings his visionary artistry, genre-defying creativity and consumer-first mindset to the helm of M·A·C’s global creative strategy. He will report directly to Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois, M·A·C’s Senior Vice President and Global General Manager. “Nicola is a once-in-a-generation creative talent who perfectly embodies the bold, fearless energy of M·A·C and our global community,” said Aïda Moudachirou-Rébois. “Like our consumers, Nicola is passionate, expressive and knows

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Thierry Wasser Appointed President of ISPC

We are very pleased to share with you that Thierry Wasser, Master Perfumer at Guerlain, is the new President of ISPC, International Society of Perfumer-Creators. He succeeded Francis Kurkdjian in April 28, and will have Calice Becker as his vice president. Thierry grew up in Switzerland. He started at Givaudan’s Perfumery School in 1982 and he spent twelve years in this company. His first creation was Salvador Dali for man in 1987. Then he joined Firmenich New-York for almost ten years before coming back to Firmenich Paris for another five years.

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