Christian Provenzano is a Master Perfumer and Global Director of Perfumery at CPL Aromas, with over 50 years of experience in the fragrance industry. He has an undisputed reputation for creating successful and original compositions, and has developed an instinct for knowing what customers look for while adding his unique style.
"In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different," Christian once said. This motto shines through in the unique fragrances he creates, and he is recognized as an authority on Oriental and Arabic fragrances, with major successes in this sector.
Christian embarked on his career in perfumery with the Dutch firm Maschmeijer and later Naarden, where he trained in the laboratory. After a spell at Zimmerman Hobbs, he moved to take a position at Fritsche Dodge & Olcott, where he established his reputation as an international perfumer.
CPL Aromas recruited Christian in 1989 to join as Senior Perfumer, later to become Global Director of Perfumery. He leads and inspires the growing team of CPL Aromas' perfumers worldwide, from his base at CPL Dubai's creative center.
"As someone who adores his work and loves the challenge of creating innovative fragrances with his unique brand of passion and enthusiasm," those who know Christian remark on his exceptional talent. He has created winning fragrances for Agent Provocateur, Kilian, Jasper Conran, and many others.
Christian's expertise lies in the development of fine fragrance, and he has created many highly distinctive fragrances for some of the most famous brands in the world. He is surrounded by Middle Eastern culture, and with his dexterity, has grown to be recognized as an authority on Amber and Arabic fragrances.
In 2021, Christian was appointed as CPL's first Master Perfumer, symbolizing the mastery of his craft, the many iconic fragrances he has imagined for CPL's customers throughout his career, and his love of teaching this exquisite art form, both within the company and in the industry.
Christian also has his own brand, Christian Provenzano Parfums, and he continues to inspire and influence the fragrance industry with his passion and dedication to the art of perfumery.
