Maeve J

Senior Perfume & Fragrance Formulator

Luxe • Self-employed

Jun 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 1 mo

Developed bespoke luxury perfumes and colognes for boutique brands, emphasizing unique scent identity, long lasting performance, and IFRA compliant formulations. Managed fragrance mapping, premium raw material selection, and top/heart/base note balance. Key achievement: launched a unisex perfume line with 8+ hours longevity on the skin. The client wanted a unique scent with long lasting performance that would stand out in a crowded market. I conducted fragrance mapping, selected premium raw materials, and formulated a balanced top, heart, and base note profile. After multiple iterations, the final product was IFRA-compliant, skin-safe, and production-ready, achieving a fragrance longevity of over 8 hours on the skin. I also reverse engineered several commercial perfumes for clients, providing accurate scent duplication while improving stability and projection. Each project included a full ingredient breakdown, concentration guidelines, and manufacturing instructions to ensure smooth production and scalability. Beyond perfumes, I have formulated organic skincare serums, moisturizers, and haircare products tailored to sensitive skin and diverse hair types, optimizing for texture, shelf stability, and efficacy. My work combines precision chemistry, creative scent design, and industry knowledge to transform ideas into market ready, high performance products that delight clients and consumers alike.

Fragrance Product Development Specialist

Aromastories • Freelance

Feb 2026 - Feb 2026 • 0 mos

Formulated a full range of fragrance products including body mists, scented oils, reed diffusers, room sprays, and candles for lifestyle and private-label brands. Handled fragrance concept design, note profiling, raw material sourcing, and production-ready formulations. Key project: developed a three-scent luxury collection for a new brand targeting high-end consumers. One notable project involved assisting a startup fragrance brand in creating a collection of three signature scents targeted at the luxury lifestyle market. The objective was to create fragrances that delivered strong identity, excellent longevity, and broad consumer appeal. The project included fragrance concept development, note structure design, raw material selection, concentration optimization, and performance evaluation. Special attention was given to balancing top, heart, and base notes while ensuring consistency throughout production. I also supported clients with ingredient sourcing recommendations, fragrance stability considerations, and manufacturing guidance to help transition products from concept to commercial launch. My work focuses on creating memorable fragrance experiences while maintaining product safety, quality, and market readiness.

Independent Perfume Consultant & Fragrance Designer

Scentiment

Dec 2025 - Dec 2025 • 0 mos

Created original niche fragrances and artistic blends, including oud inspired and Middle Eastern luxury scents, tailored to private clients and personal collections. Responsibilities included fragrance profiling, accord construction, formula testing, and production guidance. Key achievement: developed a luxurious oud based signature collection, with enhanced diffusion and market ready documentation. This project involved creating a custom oud based fragrance collection for a private client seeking a luxurious Middle Eastern inspired scent profile. The challenge was to balance rich woody accords with modern fresh notes while maintaining excellent diffusion and longevity. The project included fragrance profiling, ingredient selection, accord construction, formula development, and production recommendations. Multiple scent variations were evaluated before finalizing a composition that achieved the desired character and performance. In addition to custom fragrance creation, I regularly assist clients with fragrance duplication, reformulation, and scent enhancement projects. My services include ingredient recommendations, formula optimization, manufacturing guidance, and product development support. Through research, creativity, and formulation expertise, I help clients create distinctive fragrances that reflect their brand identity and market goals.