The World Perfumery Congress 2024, hosted at the Palexpo in Geneva, brought together ingredient manufacturers from all across the globe—from international heavyweights to single-ingredient specialists.Given the $37.16 billion value of the global fragrance and flavors ingredient market, it’s an ever-evolving sector as companies look to refine and invent the building blocks of scented products. BeautyMatter rounds up the most interest-piquing ingredients at the event.NymphealGivaudanWith the ban of lilial and lyral around 2021/2022, many were struggling to find alternative molecules to conjure the scent of lily of the valley (also known as muguet). With Nympheal, Givaudan launched “a diffusive floral cyclamen muguet note with green, watery, and linden blossom facets” to offer an alternative. The molecule is also biodegradable and developed according to green chemistry principles.Petitgrain Lime EssenceCosmo International FragrancesWith a booth set up under the theme of “Latina Souls” celebrating the olfactive treasures of Latin America, Cosmo International Fragrances debuted their Petitgrain Lime essence, sourced from the Cosmo farm in Columbia. The resulting ingredient has zesty, fruity, and vegetal notes.YlanganateIFFThe ingredient manufacturer’s latest fragrance molecule focuses on solar white floral notes, accented with fruity, citrus, and vanillic- balsamic notes. According to IFF, the ingredient performs especially well in home and fabric care applications but is suitable for use in all scent categories. Yuzu Oil DistilledSeikodoSeikodo is the number one distiller of yuzu oil in Kochi, Japan, the main sourcing site for this unique citrus.