Perfumer & Flavorist

2 weeks ago | perfumerflavorist.com | Emily Little

The International Exhibition of Raw Materials for Perfumery (SIMPPAR), held June 4 and 5 in Paris, allowed attendees to explore a wide range of ingredients and solutions for the fragrance industry. Across the show floor, I saw blotter sticks wafted under noses and observed so many conversations about new applications for these ingredients. The enthusiasm was contagious, and the spirit of innovation could be felt throughout the expo hall.

3 weeks ago | perfumerflavorist.com | Emily Little

I’ve officially been the editor of Perfumer & Flavorist+ for a little over six months now, and in those six months I have learned so much about this industry. Everyone I have met has been so welcoming and helped me learn all of the little nuances that go into fragrance formulation. I truly don’t think I’ll ever stop being impressed when I learn about a new technology or innovation. Maybe it’s the chemist in me, but there’s something so satisfying about seeing an experiment come to fruition.

1 month ago | perfumerflavorist.com | Emily Little

When I was a kid, I absolutely HATED the flavor of mint. I didn’t understand why restaurants gave out after-dinner mints or why every single toothpaste had to be mint-flavored. Mint gave me a burning sensation rather than a cooling one, and it was entirely too overwhelming for my young palate. But of course, as I grew up and my tastes changed, I realized the error of my ways. Now I look forward to enjoying a peppermint mocha during the holidays and a scoop of mint chip ice cream in the summer.

2 months ago | perfumerflavorist.com | Emily Little

I truly love reading consumer trend reports. I love seeing what people are interested in and what they think are the most important aspects of their purchases. Do they place price ahead of health benefits, or are they looking for something to help them feel better regardless of the cost? It’s fascinating to compare the results to my own values when it comes to both flavor and fragrance products. I want to see how my views stack up with the rest of the world.

Mar 1, 2025 | perfumerflavorist.com | Emily Little

Today’s consumers are becoming increasingly busy, and they may not always have time to make a fresh pot of coffee or tea. They want something they can quickly pull out of the refrigerator and sip on the go. Log in to view the full articleToday’s consumers are becoming increasingly busy, and they may not always have time to make a fresh pot of coffee or tea. They want something they can quickly pull out of the refrigerator and sip on the go.