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June 17, 2024 60 mins

After spending the past year developing my own fragrance, I’ve become obsessed with learning more about the process of developing fragrance. Maya Njie, an artist and self-taught perfumer, was the perfect person to dive deep on fragrance with. During our conversation Maya and I explored the scent composition of some of her top perfumes while discussing how significant her family history has been in building her business. We also talked about the unique experience of trying to capture feelings and translate them into scents that can be experienced by people internationally, the nuances of building an ethical business, and the surreal feeling of being sold in Liberty London.


Tune in as we discuss:

  • How she incorporates family photos and color palettes into each perfume
  • Why synthetic fragrances may be safer options for our bodies and environments
  • What kinds of mentorship and support small brands need to thrive 
  • Why fragrance is often hard to break into 
  • Why spending time with a fragrance is the best way to learn if it is truly for you


Perfumes Mentioned:

Maya Njie Discovery Set 

Maya Njie Nordic Cedar Perfume

We Are Deya Fragrances  (by Ezra Lloyd)

Sarah Baker Perfumes

Scent Trunk

Rook Perfumes

Perfomer H

Byredo 

Naomi Goodsir 

Caudalie Beauty Elixir Hydrating Face Mist

pHformula VITA C 

Weleda Skin Food


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Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) 


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