While a few sprays of a synthetic scent might seem like no big deal, several studies suggest a link between the presence of additives like phthalates, aldehydes, and parabens and health issues ranging ...

Natural materials can be pricey and hard to find – and when it comes to ‘gorgeous’-smelling ingredients like whale feces, no two samples smell the same. But smaller perfumers are rising to the ...

In a world of synthetic fragrances it's important to remember that there are natural alternatives. Here's where to buy them, what to look for and... how to go beyond patchouli 'Fragrance free' is ...

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Like so many products that we consume, wear, or put on our faces, trying to find an option that's better for us and the planet can be a journey. There's so much conflicting information out there, and ...

Twelve years after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, Adam Gottschalk has trouble walking and talking. He drops things because his hands shake. He had to give up playing the guitar. But he can ...

There’s a certain accessory that is at once quiet and loud, invisible and undeniably pervasive—just like its precious ingredients. To understand its mystique, just page through Mandy Aftel’s new book, ...

In 1921, perfumer Ernest Beaux discovered that adding synthetic aldehydes to natural rose and jasmine scents produced just the right fragrance combination for the iconic CHANEL® No. 5 perfume. Today, ...