The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis’s Dinosphere exhibit incorporates scents into its immersive world, which transports visitors back to the Late Cretaceous period between 68 and 66 million years ago.
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RJ Mackenzie,
Popular Science,
11 June 2026
The strong, distinct scents of specific essential oils can prevent pests from entering the garden.
Inside the stables, the family’s other two horses greeted Troy with affectionate sniffs, snuggles and neighs.
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Madeline King,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
McInerney fans may take a few sniffs opening weekend, and Fox fans may hole up for a couple weeks of curious glances, but Bright Lights boxoffice prospects seem mighty dim.
This includes odors in the fridge that might otherwise seep into your leftovers, as well as direct heat that could over-brown a crumb topping or pie crust in the oven.
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Darcy Lenz,
Southern Living,
6 June 2026
Regular cleaning with vinegar prevents grease buildup, odors, and potential fire hazards.
An InStyle editor spoke with fragrance experts about the 12 best perfumes to wear this summer.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
27 May 2026
French accessories — lace, millinery, cosmetics, jewelry and perfumes — began appearing in American stores as early as 1910, just as WWD began its coverage of the growing fashion industry, with Cartier’s jewelry and Louis Vuitton’s iconic trunks leading the charge.
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Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
Homeowners can borrow the same strategy by choosing one consistent scent for the entryway and main living areas rather than layering competing fragrances in every room.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
The report defines functional fragrances as a subset of the fragrance category that goes beyond providing a pleasant scent to offer users specific therapeutic benefits.
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