Philosophy

Skin-friendly, gourmand-inspired fragrance

Christina Carlino founded Philosophy in Scottsdale, Arizona in 1996 with a focus on skincare with philosophical messaging. Amazing Grace — a clean, powdery white floral — became the brand's icon and introduced many consumers to the concept of fragrance as self-care rather than luxury status. The brand's accessible, uplifting messaging resonated broadly. Philosophy was acquired by Coty in 2010 and continues to be distributed through mass-prestige retail channels.