Guerlain faucets Microcaps’ Fragrance Pearls expertise for Aqua Allegoria Perle

In March, Guerlain will unveil three new alcohol-free fragrances that mix the olfactory depth of a fragrance with the advantages of a moisturizing mist.

Named Aqua Allegoria Perle, this new-generation eau de parfum harnesses the scented-pearl expertise developed by the Swiss firm Microcaps. As an alternative of being diluted in an alcohol base, the perfume focus is encapsulated in pure alginate microbeads suspended in an alcohol-free aqueous components. Preserved at excessive focus inside these capsules, the components stay protected till utility, after they burst on the pores and skin to launch an intense, long-lasting scent.

Based on the LVMH-owned model, the expertise “delivers the identical perfume focus as an alcohol-based eau de parfum.” Enriched with plant-derived glycerin and infused with floral water, the components includes a gel texture that melts seamlessly into the pores and skin. A delicate therapeutic massage transforms it right into a tender, velvety veil with hydrating advantages.

The Microcaps expertise additionally provides a particular visible signature to the vary: the long-lasting bottles of the Aqua Allegoria assortment unveil a constellation of delicate, translucent pearls — every one encapsulating the perfume inside.

Three fragrances from the Aqua Allegoria assortment — Florabloom, Rosa Rossa, and Nérolia Vetiver — have now been reimagined as micro-pearl eau de parfum.

Previous to its collaboration with Guerlain, Microcaps had already partnered with Kajal Paris for Lamar Caviar Fragrance d’Eau, Xerjoff for Newcleus, and Get pleasure from Look after Nucleo Unisex Fragrance.

In 2024, Microcaps raised 9.3 million Swiss francs for its alginate-based fragrance pearl expertise.