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Nicole Mancini Joins DSM-Firmenich as Fine Fragrance Principal Perfumer

She worked with KKW Fragrance to create Kylie Nude Lips, a 2020 Fragrance Foundation Award winner.

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By: Christine Esposito

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Nicole Mancini

Nicole Mancini has been named a principal perfumer for DSM-Firmenich’s Fine Fragrance Experience team in North America.

With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Mancini began her career in fragrance after graduating Cum Laude from Montclair State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Thereafter, she attended Givaudan School of Perfumery in France.

Her studies in psychology have informed and influenced her fragrance creations, by emphasizing the mindbody connection and the power to touch people’s lives in meaningful ways, according to DSM-Firmenich. After a successful tenure at Givaudan as a perfumer in the consumer products division, focusing on air care and personal care brands, she transitioned to the fine fragrance team in New York City, specializing in retail, celebrity and local fine fragrance brands.

Mancini has created a variety of iconic and renowned fragrances. Most notably, in 2020, she worked with KKW Fragrance to create Kylie Nude Lips, which won the Fragrance Foundation USA’s Fragrance Women’s Popular Award of the Year.

 “Her passion for creating delightful and memorable scents will bring a new perspective to our talented roster of perfumers. Nicole’s expertise, alongside our portfolio of best-in-class fragrances, will continue to strengthen dsm-firmenich as a category leader and set the standard for global perfumery trends,” said Robin Mason, president, Fine Fragrance North America.  

In her new role, Mancini will be focusing on fine fragrance and cross category creations.

“As I step into the esteemed halls of dsm-firmenich, I’m humbled by the legacy of excellence that precedes me,” Mancini said. “Joining this revered team is not just a career move, it’s an invitation to elevate the very essence of artistry in fragrance. With every creation, I aspire to weave dreams into reality, crafting scents that transcend time and culture. Here’s to a journey where passion meets precision, and remarkable milestones are achieved.”

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