Francois-Raphael Balestra
François-Raphaël Balestra is a French perfumer trained at Givaudan’s school, where he later became a senior creator. His style balances natural elegance with modern clarity, often highlighting woody and floral accords. For Rituals, he crafted No. 18 Sandal Wood & Wild Rose, a serene blend of creamy sandalwood and delicate rose.
Fragrance houses Francois-Raphael Balestra works with
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Francois-Raphael Balestra's signature accords
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