{"title":"Nathalie Benareau","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3317\"\u003eFrom the Alps to Global Perfumery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3807\"\u003eNathalie Benareau’s journey to becoming a Senior Perfumer at Symrise began in the French Alps, where long walks in nature sparked her fascination with scent. Her multicultural background—shaped by Algerian, Spanish, and French influences—played a key role in developing her olfactory sensitivity. The aromas of couscous and Spanish tapas, combined with the natural scents of moss, trees, and flowers from her mountain surroundings, created a rich sensory foundation for her future career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3809\" data-end=\"4269\"\u003eAfter studying chemistry at the University of Toulouse and earning a master’s degree in chemistry and chemical engineering, she entered the fragrance industry in 1999 through an internship in the R\u0026amp;D department at Firmenich. She later trained at Intarome and Manheimer, becoming a perfumer in 2006. Since joining Symrise in 2008 and moving to its New York creative studio in 2011, she has built a diverse portfolio spanning both mainstream and niche perfumery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4271\" data-end=\"4769\"\u003eBenareau’s creative philosophy views fragrance as an art form capable of expressing emotion and intangible ideas. She sees scent as a language for storytelling—including the story of an individual. Her approach blends scientific precision with artistic experimentation, often combining unexpected elements such as leather with cotton candy or fruity notes with traditionally masculine accords. She embraces creative freedom and enjoys exploring uncharted territory to create something entirely new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4771\" data-end=\"4819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4771\" data-end=\"4819\"\u003eSignature Creations and Industry Recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4821\" data-end=\"5223\"\u003eHer work spans major brands like Victoria’s Secret and Bath \u0026amp; Body Works, as well as niche labels such as Mind Games and A.N. Other. Her creations for Mind Games highlight her versatility—\u003cem data-start=\"5009\" data-end=\"5019\"\u003eJ’Adoube\u003c\/em\u003e features a bold blend of pomegranate, rose, and leather, reinterpreting traditional fragrance categories. The composition opens with tart red currant and mandarin before revealing a refined leather base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5225\" data-end=\"5711\"\u003eWith \u003cem data-start=\"5230\" data-end=\"5239\"\u003eProdigy\u003c\/em\u003e, she showcases her expertise in gourmand fragrances, combining rose absolute with creamy café latte and vanilla to create a rich, indulgent experience. \u003cem data-start=\"5392\" data-end=\"5405\"\u003eThe Forward\u003c\/em\u003e demonstrates her ability to craft versatile unisex fragrances, balancing citrus freshness with salty accords and smooth vanilla. Inspired by a trip to Madagascar—where she observed women extracting mandarins near the sea—the fragrance reflects her multicultural perspective and travel-inspired creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5713\" data-end=\"6219\"\u003eHer achievements include recognition from the Fragrance Foundation Awards, with John Varvatos JVxNJ Silver Edition winning “Fragrance of the Year” in 2020. Her promotion to Senior Perfumer at Symrise in 2023 highlights her growing influence in contemporary perfumery. At the same time, she continues to push boundaries by integrating AI tools such as Philyra into her creative process and exploring sustainable approaches to fragrance development, positioning herself at the forefront of modern innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0542\/3448\/collections\/9e37a3ccbf834.jpg?v=1774958638","url":"https:\/\/www.beautyarc.de\/collections\/nathalie-benareau.oembed","provider":"Beauty Arc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}