Have a Keen Sense of Smell? You Can Become a Fragrance Chemist

A Perfumer or fragrance chemist could be the right career choice for those who have a keen sense of smell and like being in the company of fragrances. It is a creative as well as a challenging profession.
A fragrance chemist conducts research to develop appealing scents for consumer products that include household products and cosmetics.

They must have a great sense of large variety of fragrance, ingredients and there smells, to be able to distinguish each of the fragrance ingredients alone and in combination with other fragrances.

These scientists often work in research labs of corporations, simulating the consumer experience creating user friendly fragrances and testing the chemical components within the functionality of the product.

They develop formulas to produce different smells and also add fragrance to everything from automobile air fresheners, antiperspirants, cleaning, laundry, personal care products etc.

These professionals must follow correct procedures to prevent the risk of any safety or health hazards.

Some of the commonly used ingredients are fruits, flowers, oils, resins, plants and wood etc. rose is commonly used. They can be involved in the study of smell, which is known as olfaction.

Personality Traits
1. A good nose for scent
2. Ability to recognise smells
3. Talent for combining smells
4. Good memory power
5. Ability to work through trial and error
6. Patience and passion for the work/job
7. An inquiring mind
8. Excellent laboratory skills
9. Passion for creation and eagerness to experience new smells
10. Knowledge of human psychological behaviour that can trigger moods or emotions

Courses/ Eligibility Criteria/Duration:
1. Masters in perfumery and flavour technology
2. One yr course in aroma and its management
3. Two years post graduate diploma course in perfumery and cosmetic management

Eligibility:
Degree required –Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree may be preferred.
Education field of study- Chemistry, cosmetic or pharmaceutical science, microbiology.  
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