Cecile Zarokian

Perfumer Cecile Zarokian is a French-Armenian perfumer who has worked in the fragrance industry for over 15 years.

After studying chemistry and biology, she began her career as a fragrance evaluator for a major cosmetics company. She then went on to work as a perfume formulator for several years before starting her own company, Zarkoperfume, in 2010. Zarokian’s creations are known for their unique and complex blends of ingredients, which often include unusual materials such as tea, spices, and even smoke. Her scents have been worn by celebrities such as Kate Moss and Julianne Moore, and her work has been featured in magazines such as Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar.

In addition to her work in the fragrance industry, Zarokian is also an accomplished artist. Her paintings and sculptures have been exhibited in galleries around the world, and she has even designed a line of jewelry inspired by her love of perfume.

Collection of niche fragrances created by Cecile Zarokian; available on Rich and Luxe.