Perfumer & Flavorist

Reading this month’s flavor Leaders & Newsmakers issue, several companies mentioned this concept of nostalgia and making familiar flavors new again.

Editor's Note: What's Old is New

Health and wellness is still a major trend in the flavor space.

Introducing the 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

Our United States-based panel analyzed flavor ingredients such as 2-phenoxyethanol, Galangal root oil and 4-ethyloctanal.

Flavor Reports: US Edition (July 25)

The Summerween collection includes more than 70 products across body care and home fragrances, including body washes, candles, hand sanitizer and air fresheners.

Bath & Body Works Announces Summerween Collection, Introduces New Fragrance

The collection will feature six fragrances, including new I Scream Float, which sold out in one day on Tik Tok shop.

Coco de Mer Fragrance company is an independently-owned fragrance importing company, and the fragrance collection is the creation of Sharon Bonne and her parents.

Coco De Mer Collection Launches in United States

The fragrances are formulated from the coco de mer palm, or sea coconut, a large seed found only in the Seychelles.

BASF’s L-Menthol FCC and Mint Portfolio: A Fresh Approach to Flavors and Sustainability

BASF’s L-Menthol FCC and Mint Portfolio: A Fresh Approach to Flavors and Sustainability

BASF’s marketing and sustainability team takes a deep dive into the company’s mint offerings.

Simon is currently the vice president of the Procter & Gamble account for dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich Announces Jonathan Simon as Next President of Fine Fragrance

“It is the perfect moment for us to make the move and prepare for the future,” said Emmanuel Butstraen, chief operating officer and president of perfumery and beauty at dsm-firmenich.

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Top 5 Flavor Headlines of June 2025

Check out what our readers loved most last month in the world of flavor.

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Top 5 Fragrance Headlines of June 2025

Check out what our readers connected with the most last month.

IFF is committed to staying ahead of the curve in response to evolving global dietary habits and flavor expectations.

IFF 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

IFF renews its commitment to innovative technologies, sustainability and enhanced consumer experience in its Taste division.

This past year has seen both a leadership change at the headquarters in Japan and a full renovation of the innovation center in California.

T. Hasegawa 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

T. Hasegawa's leaders explain the approach to the company's "no-compromise" solutions.

By creating products that are both nutritious and environmentally friendly, dsm-firmenich's leadership hopes to contribute to a more sustainable future.

dsm-firmenich 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

dsm-firmenich's passion for the science and emotion of food extends from discovery to customer applications to the end-consumer experience.

In 2024, Symrise's Taste, Nutrition & Health segment achieved a turnover of approximately €3.0 billion, representing 63% of the company's total revenue.

Symrise 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

Company leaders describe how they are using patented technology and sensory innovations to ensure its flavors are both delicious and nutritious.

The Beverage and Sweet businesses at MANE performed exceptionally well, with functional nutrition and dairy leading the charge.

MANE 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers