Picture this: You step into your home, and the air is layered with the rich warmth of Madagascan vanilla, the smoky depth of Cambodian oud, and the crisp brightness of Italian bergamot. Each note tells a story, transporting you to distant landscapes, from sun-drenched coastlines to ancient markets and beyond.
At Lélior, we source the world’s finest fragrance ingredients to bring these experiences to life. But with new tariffs on imports, the way your favorite scents are crafted and priced may soon change.
Wait—What Do Tariffs Have to Do with My Favorite Home Fragrance?
Tariffs on imported goods drive up costs, and luxury fragrance is no exception. Many of the world’s finest raw materials, like jasmine from India and oud from Cambodia, come from regions rich in scent craftsmanship. When governments impose tariffs on certain countries, sourcing these ingredients becomes more expensive, which ultimately raises the price of authentic, high-quality fragrances.
Where Do Lélior’s Ingredients Come From?
Every bottle of Lélior fragrance is a journey, crafted with the finest ingredients from the world’s most renowned scent-producing regions:
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French Lavender – Grown in the legendary fields of Provence, this lavender is prized for its soothing, high-quality aroma.
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Indian Sandalwood – Sourced from centuries-old trees in southern India, this rare and coveted wood creates a creamy, woody richness that’s unmatched.
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Bulgarian Rose – Often called “liquid gold,” Bulgarian rose oil is one of the most luxurious fragrance ingredients, known for its deep, velvety aroma.
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Madagascan Vanilla – Sun-dried under the tropical heat, authentic vanilla beans develop a rich, creamy scent far beyond synthetic vanillin.
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Italian Bergamot – This citrus gem from Calabria adds a bright, sparkling freshness to fine fragrances.
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Cambodian Oud – One of the rarest and most expensive perfume ingredients, oud is extracted from agarwood trees and takes years to develop its deep, resinous scent.
The Tariff Effect: When Luxury Gets Pricier
When the cost of raw materials rises, fragrance brands face a choice:
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Raise prices, making luxury scents even more expensive.
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Use alternatives, often meaning synthetic substitutes that lack the depth and complexity of the real thing.
At Lélior, we refuse to compromise on quality. But that also means navigating the shifting landscape of tariffs, ingredient costs, and international trade—so we can continue bringing the world’s most exquisite scents into your home.
How Do We Move Forward?
While tariffs create challenges, they also drive innovation. We’re already exploring ways to ensure the integrity of our fragrances:
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Partnering with sustainable farms to secure long-term relationships with growers.
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Working directly with perfumers in sourcing regions to support ethical trade.
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Investing in cutting-edge extraction technology to enhance natural ingredients without relying on mass-market synthetics.
We can’t predict every shift in global trade, but one thing remains certain: Lélior will never compromise on quality. No matter how the landscape changes, we’ll continue sourcing the world’s finest ingredients, ensuring every fragrance remains as rich, authentic, and transportive as ever.
