The Scent Edit

Refillable Perfume: Is the Industry Finally Fix...

The fragrance industry produces billions of packaging units a year, mostly discarded. Here's how refillable perfume works, whether it's really greener, and what to look for.

Refillable Perfume: Is the Industry Finally Fix...

The fragrance industry produces billions of packaging units a year, mostly discarded. Here's how refillable perfume works, whether it's really greener, and what to look for.

Why Are Fragrance Brands Opening Giant Scent "B...

Brands are opening giant experiential scent boutiques with hundreds of testers. Here's why fragrance retail is becoming an experience — and how to test scents at home.

Why Are Fragrance Brands Opening Giant Scent "B...

Brands are opening giant experiential scent boutiques with hundreds of testers. Here's why fragrance retail is becoming an experience — and how to test scents at home.

Billie Eilish's "Your Turn" and the Celebrity F...

Celebrity fragrances are booming again in 2026, led by launches like Billie Eilish's 'Your Turn.' Here's why — and how they compare to independent fragrance houses.

Billie Eilish's "Your Turn" and the Celebrity F...

Celebrity fragrances are booming again in 2026, led by launches like Billie Eilish's 'Your Turn.' Here's why — and how they compare to independent fragrance houses.

Why Are Citrus Perfumes Changing? The Bergamot ...

Some citrus perfumes are changing because oils like bergamot can cause sun sensitivity (phototoxicity). Here's the science and how perfumers keep citrus scents safe.

Why Are Citrus Perfumes Changing? The Bergamot ...

Some citrus perfumes are changing because oils like bergamot can cause sun sensitivity (phototoxicity). Here's the science and how perfumers keep citrus scents safe.

The EU's New Perfume Label Rules Explained (and...

The EU is expanding fragrance allergen labeling beyond the classic 26, effective July 2026. Here's what the new perfume label rules mean — even if you're outside Europe.

The EU's New Perfume Label Rules Explained (and...

The EU is expanding fragrance allergen labeling beyond the classic 26, effective July 2026. Here's what the new perfume label rules mean — even if you're outside Europe.

Why Is Your Favorite Perfume Being Reformulated...

Many perfumes are being reformulated in 2026 to meet new IFRA and EU safety rules. Here's what reformulation means, why it's happening, and whether scents will smell different.

Why Is Your Favorite Perfume Being Reformulated...

Many perfumes are being reformulated in 2026 to meet new IFRA and EU safety rules. Here's what reformulation means, why it's happening, and whether scents will smell different.