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BBC Releases Exposé Documentary: “Perfume’s Dark Secret”

Investigation zeros in on child labor issues in the sourcing of Egyptian jasmine used in luxury perfumes.

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By: Christine Esposito

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A screen capture of "Perfume's Dark Secret" from a BBC You Tube video link.

A recently released BBC documentary looks at the sourcing of jasmine for use in fine fragrances. The film, “Perfume’s Dark Secret,” debuted on May 28. The documentary’s producers shine a light on human rights issues in Egyptian jasmine harvesting. The filming occurred in the summer of 2023. The creators dig into the many layers of the fine fragrance industry—jasmine farms and producers, suppliers, auditing bodies and beauty brands. It shows young children and women who hand-harvest the flowe...

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