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Gen Z's fragrance preferences are shaping the perfume industry, with teens increasingly drawn to sweet, gourmand scents like Kayali's Yum Boujee Marshmallow and Vanilla 28, as well as subtle, skin-like fragrances such as Glossier You. Influenced by social media platforms like TikTok, teens are engaging in practices like 'smellmaxxing' and 'scent layering,' often starting with body mists such as Sol de Janeiro’s 62. Popular brands among younger consumers include Kayali, Billie Eilish, LoveShackFancy, and Yves Saint Laurent, with many teens building collections inspired by online influencers.
Fragrance trends have shifted from traditionally 'sexy,' amber-based perfumes to lighter, more personal scents that emphasize individuality and subtlety. While ambers and vanillin-rich compositions like Shalimar and Baccarat Rouge 540 remain influential, newer preferences favor clean, fresh, and creamy textures. Designers and perfumers note that modern sensuality in fragrance is less about seduction and more about self-expression, with unisex and skin-scents gaining popularity in professional and everyday settings.
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