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Natasha Côte is a name that is becoming increasingly prominent in contemporary perfumery. As senior perfumer at industry giant International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), she embodies the spirit of the times in her fragrances, creating affordable luxury for global brands. Her journey from lab technician to recognized master is a story of passion and perseverance that inspires anyone dreaming of a career in the world of scents.
Her education in business and marketing became an unexpected but solid foundation for Natasha's career. It taught her to understand the desires of her audience, which later became her superpower. Starting as a lab assistant, she immersed herself in the world of molecules and accords, honing her skills at the largest perfume houses. Her talent was quickly noticed at Givaudan, where her rapid rise began in the early 2010s.
Natasha Kot's signature style is recognizable by its juicy fruitiness, sensual floral accents, and incredible wearability. Among her best perfumes is a whole collection of hits for Mary Kay, such as the playful Clever, the refreshing High Intensity Ocean, and the delicate Free Spirit Ocean. She gave the world the passionate Crush by Rihanna and the mysterious Mad Potion for Katy Perry. Her talent also shines in niche projects such as the floral-woody Lalita by Seven Skies and the exquisite compositions for Scents of Wood.
Natasha's portfolio is a dialogue with the most diverse facets of beauty. She has created sensual perfumes for Rihanna and bright compositions for A Dozen Roses. Her experience includes working with the iconic French skincare brand Payot and creating fragrances for the American niche brand Seven Skies. A long-standing and fruitful partnership with Mary Kay has allowed her to create dozens of popular fragrances that have become bestsellers for millions of women around the world.
Her French-Canadian roots and work in Brazil have left an indelible mark on her creativity. "Nature here is so wild and pristine that you can't predict what will happen next," Natasha shares. This love of unpredictability and striking contrasts is reflected in her fragrances: they are light and deep, playful and complex at the same time. She masterfully balances commercial appeal and artistic challenge, creating perfumes that you want to wear every day.
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