How I Became a Perfumer Podcast № 22 – Regulating Scents: Working at IFRA with Dr. Matthias Vey
Feb 13, 2025
Dr. Matthias Vey, Vice President of Scientific Affairs at IFRA, delves into the vital yet often misunderstood role of fragrance regulation. He discusses the intersection of safety, innovation, and technology in perfumery, including how AI can help navigate compliance. Vey shares insights from the dynamic perfume industry, emphasizing the need for collaboration and the influence of personal passions like classical music on professional life. He also reflects on the future of sustainable fragrance technologies and encourages listeners to follow their passions.
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Matthias's Perfume Passion Journey
- Matthias Vey loved perfume from a young age and even pursued formal perfumer training alongside his chemistry studies.
- Although he couldn't become a perfumer professionally, this background helps him empathize with perfumers in his current job at IFRA.
Passionate Yet Underappreciated Work
- IFRA employees are fragrance lovers deeply connected to the industry they regulate.
- Their work ensures fragrances are safe and sustainable, though it is less glamorous and often misunderstood outside the industry.
IFRA's Global Safety Role
- IFRA is a small global association ensuring the safe use of fragrance ingredients for consumers and the environment.
- It relies heavily on member expertise and builds frameworks but depends on industry knowledge to set safety standards.
