Carlo Sessa

A legacy of perfume expertise in Provence

Sfa Neroli, established in 1963 in Grasse, has built its reputation as a cosmetic lab and perfume manufacturer. The company emerged from the merger of CREATIONS & PARFUMS and FLORESSENCE, bringing together decades of perfume expertise in the heart of France’s fragrance industry.

Services and specializations

Operating from Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, Sfa Neroli provides a range of services including:

• Fine perfumery development
• Cosmetic formulation
• Fragrance manufacturing
• Raw materials processing
• Ambient fragrance creation

Quality and certification

The company maintains ISO 9001 certification, demonstrating its commitment to quality management in fragrance creation and manufacturing processes. This certification supports its position as a leader in the perfume industry.

Heritage and location significance

Based in the UNESCO-recognized Grasse region, Sfa Neroli benefits from an area known for its perfume heritage. The location, along Allée des Parfums, places the company in the center of France’s historic perfume-making territory, where expertise in plant cultivation and aromatic compounds has been refined over centuries.

Leadership and ethical commitment

Under the leadership of Eder RAMOS, who brings 40 years of industry experience, Sfa Neroli maintains strong ethical practices. As president of the Union for Ethical Bio Trade, RAMOS guides the company’s commitment to sustainable sourcing and responsible manufacturing.

Future developments

Following its acquisition by Symrise AG in 2022, Sfa Neroli continues to evolve, with planned corporate changes to strengthen its position in the fragrance and cosmetics sector. The company maintains its focus on innovation while honoring the traditional methods of French perfumery.