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Hair fragrances

Les parfums pour les cheveux

Subtle and delicate (but definitely noticeable!), hair fragrances, following in the footsteps of the big names in perfumery (Chanel, Diptyque, Guerlain, Prada, etc.), are now winning over hair care experts (Kérastase, Hair Rituel by Sisley, Gisou, Moroccanoil, etc.). An infinitely sensual way to wear perfume that may also appeal to lovers of “mezza voce” fragrances…

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A sensory extension of iconic scents

Hair is a powerful odor sensor, making it the ideal medium for diffusing a refined yet long-lasting scent.
This led to the creation of hair fragrances (as opposed to hair and body mists, such as Sol de Janeiro, which appeal to younger generations), which are specially formulated for hair and created by master perfumers.

Composed like “real perfumes,” they reveal their subtle scents with every movement of the hair.
This new feminine and sensual fragrance ritual is gaining momentum, especially with the ubiquity of long hair, and is popular with both major perfume houses (Chanel, Diptyque, Guerlain, Prada, Les Éditions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, etc.) and hair care brands.

These fragrances can also be used on their own for those seeking a more discreet and intimate scent that lasts without being too overpowering. Hair perfumes are sprayed in clouds onto the brush or onto the hair, using a circular motion above the head.
The formulas, which often contain less alcohol, usually include conditioning ingredients that are good for the hair without weighing it down or drying it out.

Chanel enriches its products with emollient ingredients that leave hair soft and …

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