The Scented Salamander: Perfume & Beauty Blog & Webzine: November 2006

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November 27, 2006

Lorenzo Villoresi Awarded the Prestigious François Coty Prize 2006

Each year since 1999 the prestigious François Coty award is given to a perfumer of particular distinction within its profession. This year the recipient of the award named after the father of modern perfumery, François Coty (1874-1934) is Italian perfumer Lorenzo Villoresi, the creator amongst others of the quintessential powdery perfume, Teint de Neige....

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New Aedes Magazine

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Deer Scents by Stony Creek White Tail {Fragrance News}

Well, at least this is news to this townee. I happened on this link and discovered that deer urine was used to produce hunting scents that were successfully marketed to all those who know it's essential for good deer hunting....

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What Might Be Happening When You Rub Perfume Vs. Spray It? An Answer by Dr. Ryan M. Spoering of Harvard University {Ask Marie-Helene}

As a follow-up to the debate initiated by Gretchen of Beauty Hatchery on whether or not to rub perfume I thought it would be worthwhile to ask a chemist what he thought of the question. I more specifically wanted to ask what might be happening when one rubs perfume onto the skin vs. sprays it. Turning to a trusted source, I put the question to Dr. Ryan M. Spoering, a chemist at Harvard University. Here is what he had to say in response to my query....

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Coeur Joie by Nina Ricci

Blog Correspondence

Is there an English Version of Luca Turin's Parfums : Le Guide?

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November 28, 2006

Absolument Absinthe by Absolument {Perfume Review & Musings}

Absolument Absinthe (Absolutely Absinthe) is the name chosen by its creators to visibly convey the sense of individual passion that motivated the creation of a perfume inspired by the mythological wormwood-based drink resurrected in France in the early 1990s. The name, like that of L'Artisan Fou D'Absinthe (crazy for absinthe), puts the stress on the atmosphere and mythology of excess that surrounded the consumption of the emerald-green liquor with high alcoholic contents - up to %75 - ultimately leading to its prohibition in France, Switzerland, and the US by 1915.

The popularity of the drink, which was due in part to the pleasurable ritual accompanying it, of slowly imbibing a piece of sugar over a glass partly covered with a slotted spoon leading to the "louching" of the absinthe which would then turn from deep green to cloudy green, also contributed to the demise of quality standards and the proliferation of toxic distillates. By the end of the 19th century, absinthe as a drink had come to symbolize bohemian Paris and anti-bourgeois culture, but also degeneration and death reaching in this manner a final stage in its transformation from a regenerative tonic and cordial to a drink symbolizing the flaws and destructive impulses of humanity....

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Juozas Statkevicius/Josef Statkus Eau de Parfum

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November 29, 2006

Baldessarini Ambré by Baldessarini {New Perfume}

Werner Baldessarini is launching a new men's fragrance called Baldessarini Ambré. It aims at targeting"the mature man who has nothing to prove."

The scent is described as a warm, woody oriental and showcases key notes of "...oak wood and whiskey, mixed with a fruity, floral accord and carried off with warm woody amber notes at the base. The whiskey-colored juice comes in a heavy cut-glass bottle by H5 agency (Paris, France).

The fragrance launches worldwide in February. The EdT is priced €48 for the 50ml and €65 for the 90ml. Baldessarini’s first fragrance launched in 2003."

Source: Cosmetic News

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Night Scented Jasmine by Floris

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Polo Double Black by Ralph Lauren {New Perfume}

Ralph Lauren has launched a new men's perfume called Polo Double black which is exclusive to the US. It is described as a fresh, soft, spicy, and woodsy oriental offering "an underlying signature of layered spice." Top notes are mango and pepper. Middle notes are nutmeg and coffee. Base notes are rich woods, cardamom, juniper berries.

According to President Ralph Lauren fragrances Signe Gammeltoft, "Polo Double Black is the new sexier, edgier chapter in the luxurious life of the Polo Man and the Polo lifestyle."

The eau de toilette retails for $47.50 for a 2.5 oz bottle and $65 for a 4.2 oz bottle. The 4.2 oz after-shave retails for $45. You can purchase them at Sephora.

Source: Osmoz

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Bond no9 Swarovski Perfume Collection {Shopping Tips} {Holiday Gift Ideas}

Bond no 9 has issued a sparkling collection of Swarovski-crystal-studded fragrance gifts for the holidays. You can choose to relax by the candle and crystal lights of Chinatown or adorn your vanity with a limited edition of Nuits de Noho dressed in midnight blue and shiny crystalline stars. For people who like variety, two fancy assortments of Bond no 9 perfumes are available....

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Songes 2006 Parfum by Annick Goutal in Limited Edition Baccarat Crystal Bottle

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Parfumerie Générale is Now Available at Luckyscent + New Arrivals

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Upcoming Movie Review of Perfume: The Story of a Murderer

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Stay tuned! The Scented Salamander was invited to an advance screening of the movie Perfume: The Story of a Murderer tonight that will be in theaters on December 27th 2006 and will fill you in tomorrow!

OK, for those of you who happen on this post, here's my review of Perfume by Tom Tykwer part I:

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November 30, 2006

Essencia Do Brasil by Natura {New Perfume}

Natura has launched a new fragrance called Essencia Do Brasil based on the key note of a resin coming from an indigenous Brazilian tree, breu branco. It is described as a woodsy oriental with nuances of smoky bark and honeyed resin. The breu branco note is showcased amidst accords of flowers, spices, vegetables, and resins. The essence is softened by the creamy note of cumaru, also an indigenous plant.

Top notes are vegetable, spices. Heart notes are breu branco, floral notes. Base notes are woods, resins, smonky notes, and cumaru.

The "essencia" retails for 40 Euros for a 75 ml flacon. It is also available in the "parfume" version for 60 Euros for a 30 ml flask.

You can purchase them online on Natura.com

Sources: Osmoz.fr, Natura

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Polo Double Black by Ralph Lauren

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Smell Like Home For The Holidays by Luckyscent {Shopping Tips} {Holiday Gift Ideas}

From the niche perfumery Luckyscent and in particular the lovely Michelyn Camen comes the idea of a selection of fragrances and candles that was especially put together for those of us who won't be able to share the joys of the holidays with our families. A fragrance can be like a presence and so these carefully chosen aromas will fill you with memories or prepare for new ones.

I don't know about you but after perusing their selection I couldn't help but think that these would be great choices to use in the period prior to the holidays in order to make these last longer than a couple of days and prepare us for the spirit of the season. I especially envision myself starting to burn holiday-themed candles in the period of the Advent...

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