Behind the scent

The first forum for expertise, professions, and training in perfumery

At a time when the perfume industry is undergoing profound change—driven by environmental issues, the expectations of new generations, market diversification, and technological innovation—it is essential to highlight the professions, training programs, and career paths that shape this sector of excellence.

For the first time, Paris Perfume Week is offering a forum on perfume expertise, professions, and training, featuring presentations by professionals and training providers.

17 exhibitors
23 lectures

Where ?
Palais Brongniart – 1st floor

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Exhibitors

Just like you, an idea to create with freedom, audacity, and purpose. We wanted to make an impact—not just on brands, but on the people they touch. We dreamed of designing brands rooted in culture, telling stories that last.

Centdegrés was born from this dream. Today, we are a global creative agency powered by passion, talent, and a bold process.

Our process begins with brand intelligence, making bold, sustainable choices that craft meaningful messages. Through creation, we aim to be unforgettable, designing irreplaceable icons. With respect for culture, we balance passion and reinvention, building successful brands.

Our motto? Be bold. Be unforgettable.
At Centdegrés, we design for impact, culture, and boldness. Together, let’s turn ideas into unforgettable icons.

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Founded in 1976, Cinquième Sens is a reference in the world of perfumery. It offers perfumery creation and consulting services, as well as Qualiopi certified training programs aimed at both enthusiasts and professionals in the sector, covering a wide range of topics from the basics of olfaction to market knowledge enhancement. Additionally, Cinquième Sens organizes creation workshops for the general public and businesses, providing a playful and educational experience around the world of scents.

Located at 16-18 rue de Monttessuy, near the Eiffel Tower, Cinquième Sens also features a unique space where visitors can explore a multitude of raw materials and perfumes categorized by themes. Furthermore, a shared laboratory allows the most experienced enthusiasts to formulate their own olfactory creations.

In collaboration with 15 partners in France (including in Grasse) and internationally (Italy, Netherlands, United States, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, China, Korea, Hong Kong, Japan, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Israel), Cinquième Sens extends its expertise and influence worldwide, thus reinforcing its position as a major player in the perfumery industry.

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Darmon Étiquettes, a family-owned company for over 40 years, specializes in the printing of self-adhesive labels. Originally dedicated to the industrial sector, we also bring our expertise and the excellence of our craftsmanship to the luxury industry.

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DSM-Firmenich is a global leader in nutrition, health, and beauty, combining advanced science with creative expertise in fragrance and taste. Born from the merger of DSM and Firmenich, the company develops innovative, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being and sensory experiences worldwide.

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Founded in 2011, the École Supérieure du Parfum & de la Cosmétique offers postgraduate programs (Master’s level, BAC+5) in Paris and Grasse, enabling young professionals to master creative processes while gaining insight into the constraints of production, quality control, marketing, and sales.

From its inception, the project has benefited from the support of numerous companies and institutions within the fragrance and cosmetics industry. They are now brought together within the Academic Advisory Board, chaired by Maurice Alhadève, former director of ISIPCA.

Within this framework, companies and institutions such as Dior, Interparfums, L’Oréal, IFF, DSM-Firmenich, Takasago, Givaudan, and the Fédération Française du Parfum contribute to the development of academic content aligned with industry expectations.

The École Supérieure du Parfum & de la Cosmétique, whose mission is to train cultured, perceptive, open-minded, and pragmatic young professionals with strong technical expertise, thus benefits from all the assets necessary to ensure the success of its cohesive and innovative academic project.

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Launched in 2017 by the Grasse Country Entrepreneurs Club, Grasse Expertise is a collective and territorial brand that brings together 90 members from the Perfumery, Flavors, Cosmetics, and Health & Wellness sectors. Its DNA is based on three commitments: local roots, promoting expertise, and supporting local agriculture.

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Ifeat offers professional development for the aroma trades through a bespoke remote learning platform. The current programme builds on the original ICATS (International Centre for Aroma Trade Studies) course, created by industry expert Dr Tony Curtis, and has been adapted to meet the sector’s need for flexible yet rigorous specialist education in flavour and fragrance.

Designed to suit individual learning needs, the asynchronous online courses are written by both industry professionals and academic experts. They comprehensively cover the flavour and fragrance aspects of the aroma trades. Successful completion of coursework leads to the highly respected IFEAT Full Diploma or Certificate. As all units are assignment-based, there is no requirement for attendance or examinations, allowing learners to study entirely at their own pace.

The programme supports graduates and professionals across a range of roles, from perfumers and flavourists to scientists, technicians and researchers, helping participants enhance their expertise and contribute additional value to their organisations.

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Lectures

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