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The AKRO perfumes, between elegance and addictions

In this exclusive interview, Olivier Cresp, the master perfumer made famous for Angel, explores contemporary addictions-coffee, chocolate, nicotine-and transforms them into elegant, figurative niche fragrances. With his daughter Anaïs, he creates modern gourmet creations such as Crush and Bake. AKRO embodies an independent, audacious and sophisticated perfumery, where addiction becomes an olfactory experience.

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Ayşe Sirkecioğlu: when Ottoman heritage meets cutting-edge perfumery

Ayşe Sirkecioğlu is a perfumer at EPS Fragrances. Trained in cutting-edge technologies (Head Space analyzers, distillation), she captures the essence of living nature to create her compositions.

Her signature style combines sophisticated oriental contrasts with gourmand touches, as in "Ruby" (2025), which blends cherries, creamy almond and amber vanilla.

She masters the art of dosing spices without caricature, creating exceptionally long-lasting niche fragrances that tell a story and reveal a revisited Ottoman elegance.

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  • Patrick Müller: A citizen of the world and a perfumer in the making
    Patrick Müller: A citizen of the world and a perfumer in the making
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    Born in Bahrain and raised in Switzerland, England, and the USA, Patrick Müller's global upbringing not only made him a true globetrotter but also allowed him to experience the best of all worlds.He is interested in raw materials, applications, technology and fragrance chemistry. This enthusiasm has led him to delve into niche and oriental fragrances, exploring their applications such as Bakhoor and the typically oriental raw materials: Oud, Amber and Musk.For Patrick Müller, oriental...

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  • Portrait of Perfumer Marc Daniel Heimgartner
    Portrait of Perfumer Marc Daniel Heimgartner
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    Nurtured by a love of the arts, exotic cuisine and a curious nature, Marc Heimgartner's creations tell a distinct story of pure craftsmanship and are a testament to his vocation. Renowned for his eclectic and intuitive approach, he has combined science and art to create fragrances that tell stories and evoke deep emotions. His career has been marked by an unwavering passion for the art of perfumery and a constant quest for innovation.

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  • Portrait of perfumer Mark Buxton
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    Marc Buxton is one of those perfumers whose name is inevitably familiar to fragrance lovers. Born in England, he has captivated the senses with his unique and daring compositions. Based in Paris for more than twenty years, he is known for his fragrances, which are elegant and refined, yet modern and avant-garde.

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  • Portrait of Master Perfumer Rosendo Matheu
    Portrait of Master Perfumer Rosendo Matheu
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    Rosendo Mateu has dedicated more than forty years to creating fragrances for leading brands. His career at Puig, where he was appointed Master Perfumer, demonstrates his talent for combining tradition and modernity, creating fragrances for prestigious names such as Nina Ricci and Paco Rabanne. In 2010, he launched his own perfume house, while continuing to work for other brands. An artist of detail, Rosendo Mateu sees each fragrance as a work of art capable of capturing emotions and...

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  • Elysée Des Sens: French perfume Extracts available to all
    Elysée Des Sens: French perfume Extracts available to all
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    The Trésor d'Essence collection was launched in 2022 in co-creation with a perfumer from the perfume capital (Grasse), with the idea of making perfume extracts (whose composition contains more than 20% concentrated perfume) accessible to all types of wallet, while taking care to maintain the excellent quality of the raw materials.

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  • From Grasse to the stars: Sofia Bardelli's ascent
    From Grasse to the stars: Sofia Bardelli's ascent
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    From an early age, Sofia Bardelli's passion for perfume guided her path. Determined to realize her dream, she pursued her studies in Grasse, the world-famous perfume capital, where she enrolled at the Institut de la Parfumerie. Immersed in the region's rich olfactory heritage, she developed a deep appreciation for the noblest raw materials, which continue to shape her distinctive olfactory signature. She collaborates with the most prestigious international houses. In 2023, she received the...

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  • Which fragrance to choose for a blonde woman?
    Which fragrance to choose for a blonde woman?
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    Are you wondering which fragrance is best suited to a blonde woman? This seemingly simple question hides a multitude of nuances and considerations. In this article, you'll find our professional advice to guide you towards the best choices, whether you're a blonde woman or want to buy a perfume for a blonde woman.

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  • Un minute to know all about Le Maître
    Un minute to know all about Le Maître
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    In the world of niche fragrances where the extraordinary meets the exquisite stands a confidential brand that embodies the art of perfumery in its purest form - Le Maître des Parfums. This Emirati perfume house, with its roots steeped in French expertise and craftsmanship, has already carved a unique niche for itself in the fragrance industry.

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  • One minute to discover the Mami Wata fragrance
    One minute to discover the Mami Wata fragrance
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    Discover Mami Wata, an unexpected newcomer to the world of niche fragrances with a singular fragrance: Neo-Animism. Mami Wata, a South African surf brand, has ventured into the niche fragrance arena by creating a fragrance that encapsulates the essence of African surf culture and spirituality. 

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  • Biography of Jérôme Lesquendieu
    Biography of Jérôme Lesquendieu
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    In 2015, Jérôme Lesquendieu decided to revive the family Perfume House. Driven by the values handed down from generation to generation, he brought his unique vision to bear, combining traditional expertise with bold modernity. Jérôme Lesquendieu drew on the formulas and methodologies bequeathed by his grandfather, while injecting fresh creativity. He preserved the ethics and values that had made the House famous, while adapting his approach to contemporary demands. Today, Jérôme Lesquendieu's...

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  • Biography of perfumer Delphine Thierry
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    Delphine Thierry is a perfumer whose artistic approach, sensitivity and mastery of raw materials make her a true olfactory artist. It's no coincidence that she chose Grasse, the capital of perfumery, to set up her creative studio in the heart of a Mediterranean garden. She has a real passion for natural ingredients, and her creative approach has always led her to build her creations around exceptional raw materials.  She exudes an aura of freedom and imagines fragrances with a strong...

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  • One minute to know everything about Ellen Dahlgren
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    Ellen Dahlgren is all about authenticity. This fragrance designer pours her heart and soul into every fragrance she creates. She doesn't try to follow trends or satisfy the mainstream. Instead, she creates fragrances that reflect her vision and style. And believe me, it shows.

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