Perfumes - The Guide, 2018 [ 2026 ]

: The scent must avoid being a mere "clone" of existing popular perfumes.

The authors evaluate fragrances based on several distinct artistic qualities:

: Addresses common consumer questions such as the chemical makeup of perfumes, how to store them, and the differences between concentrations like eau de toilette and perfume. Core Evaluation Criteria Perfumes - The Guide, 2018

, by biophysicist Luca Turin and perfume critic Tania Sanchez, serves as a comprehensive companion to their seminal 2008 work, reviewing over 1,200 fragrances released in the decade following the original guide .

: Includes two insightful introductory essays detailing significant shifts in the fragrance industry over the last century. : The scent must avoid being a mere

: Unlike the 2008 version, which covered many classics, this edition primarily examines the explosion of niche and artisanal perfumery from 2008 to 2018.

The 2018 edition is available for purchase at major retailers like Amazon and AbeBooks . Key Features of the 2018 Guide Key Features of the 2018 Guide : The

: The book famously critiques the modern trend of using powerful woody amber materials in masculine marketing, which the authors often find overbearing. Perfumes: The Guide 2018: Turin, Luca, Sanchez, Tania