We're also seeing an uptick in the inclusion of gemstone essences. In a few cases, the essences provide a slight scent, but more often than not, they're intended to offer a spiritual experience for the wearer.
"Part of what is driving the perfume business in 2017 is that the indie scene has taken over the limelight, and more fragrance aficionados are looking for the newest, most original ideas in scent," Nurislamova explained. "They're not content with yet another blue bottle on the shelf."
In October, Olivine Atelier launched Good Witch ($52), which is created in tiny batches with pure essential oils, "vibrational flower essences" of jasmine and pink yarrow, and "red ruby gemstone essence" to promote beauty, love, and connection in the wearer. In regard to scent, the sweet florals are married with sensual vanilla and spicy base notes, plus just a splash of citrus to brighten.
Adorn's set of five EDPs ($24) are another example. Each bottle is "supercharged with sacred stones," including amethyst for balance, aura quartz for clarity, onyx to boost confidence, rose quartz for romance, and tiger's eye for strength.
A perfume where a gemstone — in this case, pearl — actually provides fragrance is Raw Spirit Mystic Pearl ($85). "This is the scent that will get you over the beach closures after September," Nurislamova said. "It's a rich, white floral with an unusual and unique main note of freshwater pearl, making it a first-ever in fragrance. Raw Spirit combines the lush, creamy pearl tones with spicy notes of clove and cinnamon to guide your mind back to the culinary pleasures of Autumn."
