Feel like an excentric perfume designer with your own ikfactory kit. Popularity of this will no doubt be propelled by the new movie Perfume, the Story of a Murderer by Patrick Suskind. With this "Olfactionary" kit made by Le Labo The Olfactionary is a collection of forty 2.5 mL bottles, each filled with natural essences which are the principal scents in perfumes. They also include olfactory keys (blotters) for sampling the scents.
Implications - The training that Le Labo offers will give the novice the opportunity to fine tune their sense of smell; afterwards you will be able to discern the nuances of smell in any perfume.
Make Your Own Perfume with LE LABO Olfatory Kit
Make Your Own Perfume With LE LABO Olfatory Kit
Trend Themes
1. DIY Perfume Kits - As people seek more personalized experiences, the market for DIY perfume kits that allow customers to create their own scent will continue to grow.
2. Sensory Training - There is an increasing demand for sensory training programs, like the one offered by Le Labo, that teach people to fine-tune their sense of smell.
3. Natural Scents - As consumers become more conscious of sustainability, there will be a greater focus on using natural essences in perfumes, creating opportunities for companies that specialize in sourcing natural scents.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Personal Care - DIY perfume kits and sensory training programs will disrupt the traditional beauty industry by allowing consumers to create their own personalized fragrances.
2. Education and Training - The rise of sensory training programs presents opportunities for education and training companies to develop courses and programs that teach people to fine-tune their senses.
3. Sustainability - Companies specializing in sourcing natural scents have the potential to disrupt the fragrance industry by providing sustainable alternatives to synthetic fragrances.