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Dive into the World of Fragrances with Our Personal Stem Blog for Students


Why Does Perfume Smell Like Blood, Ice, and Even Credit Cards?
Introduction Fragrance collectors or any people who are interested in fragrances must have seen this website called Fragrantica. Well I was one of them. I looked through ultra-niche brands like Toskovat and look at their fragrances, well something had gone terribly wrong. I expected to see familiar niche notes like oud, sandalwood, incense, leather, or maybe some florals. Instead.. "Why does perfume smell like blood, ice, and even credit cards?". They even have the most weir
Kevin Liu Perdana
Jul 65 min read


What The Hell is Bergamot?
Bergamot appears in countless perfumes, but what exactly is it? Discover why this unique citrus fruit has become one of the most important ingredients in modern perfumery.
Kevin Liu Perdana
Jun 303 min read


Fragrance Science 101
Curious about how perfumes work? Discover the science behind fragrance ingredients, perfume notes, and the chemistry that creates every scent.
Kevin Liu Perdana
Jun 294 min read


Exploring the Potential of Agarwood Cultivation on HTR Land in Tualan Hulu
When I first smelled oud, I never imagined it would lead me to learn about sustainable forestry. This article explores how agarwood cultivation on HTR land in Tualan Hulu could support local communities, protect forests, and show that one of the world’s most valuable fragrance ingredients has a story far beyond perfume.
Kevin Liu Perdana
Jun 274 min read


The Story of How I Became OBSESSED with Fragrances
Well, my interest in fragrances did not begin with expensive niche or private-line fragrances or maybe a fragrance collection. Like many people, it started with simple fragrances I wore when I was younger. At kindergarten, I wore Master Kids perfume, and they smell very "barbershopy" and also fragrances what my dad wore such as Yves Saint Laurent Y Eau de Parfum: versatile freshie and smell like a synthetic apple bodywash, BUT I enjoyed how they smelled, but I never really t
Kevin Liu Perdana
Jun 242 min read
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