Benaim named IFF master perfumer
US fragrance manufacturer International Flavors and Fragrance (IFF) has appointed Carlos Benaim as master perfumer at the company, Perfumer & Flavorist reports.
US fragrance manufacturer International Flavors and Fragrance (IFF) has appointed Carlos Benaim as master perfumer at the company, Perfumer & Flavorist reports.
Marking the company's first-ever appointment of a master perfumer, the role is said to recognise Benaim's achievements in the industry, which has seen him "take the art of perfumery to the next level," according to the company.
"Carlos' creativity and mastery has been recognised in the industry for many years," said Nicolas Mirzayantz, IFF group president, fragrances.
"In addition to his extraordinary success in the marketplace and his strong relationships with customers at all levels, Carlos has also coached, mentored and inspired generations of IFF perfumers."
Benaim, who joined IFF in 1967, is responsible for the creation of numerous commercially successful scents including Euphoria by Calvin Klein, White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor, Jasmin Noir by Bulgari, and Flowerbomb and Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf.