When did you fall in love with fragrance and what did it mean to you growing up?

My love for proper fragrances like perfumes and body sprays came later in life, probably around high school. But the foundation was set much earlier in my childhood. I grew up in a household that loved to cook, and my father kept a small herb garden in our backyard. He would often crush herbs in his hand and ask me to smell them as he cooked. That was my first “nose training.”

As an only child, I also had weekly “spa day” experiences with my parents that taught me about self-care and enjoying my skin. I always loved picking out the scents I wanted to use, and fragrance quickly became a form of exploration and self-expression for me.

What inspired your brand Redoux and how did it start?

Redoux began about a year and a half after I graduated from college, when my best friend and I decided to work on a project together during his gap year from his PhD program. It was a way for us to stay connected while building something meaningful and exciting.

We chose fragrance as our point of differentiation and started with body care products like soaps, body balms, and candles. From the beginning, storytelling was central. We wanted each fragrance to capture specific human experiences, like receiving an unexpected gift or being shown love through someone’s love language.

If someone doesn’t have a resource like your Scent Tour in their area, how would you suggest they find their signature scent?

First, don’t forget to have fun. People often treat fragrance as an overly serious part of their identity, but it should be playful, like getting to know yourself.

There is no right or wrong way. You can have multiple “signature” scents for different moods, or just one that feels like home.

I suggest looking at the content of people you admire, seeing what they wear, and sampling those fragrances. Explore, research notes you enjoy, and always skin test before committing to a full bottle. Avoid blind buying until you are more experienced. Ultimately, it is an ongoing process, and each step of discovery should be enjoyed.

How does fragrance impact your everyday life?

Fragrance is the medium of all my work, but it does not dictate my life. Some days I do not wear fragrance at all, and other days I will use it to capture a specific mood or mental image I want to embody. It is always there as a tool to shift or enhance my state of being.

What is your favorite Laundry Sauce scent and why? How do you like to pair and layer it?

My favorite Laundry Sauce scent is Oregon Mint. It is fantastic. I love having all my sheets and towels smell like it. It is one of the best feelings to crawl into bed with that crisp freshness.

I like pairing it with a Citron Lavender Musk room spray I recently collaborated on. Together, they create a plush, cloud-like scent that is fresh, crisp, and completely addictive.

What is your favorite thing about Laundry Sauce? How does it add to your day?

I love how convenient and high quality it is. I never feel like I am sacrificing performance for fragrance. My clothes always come out truly clean, which matters to me since I take pride in my wardrobe and have a lot of athletic gear that needs extra care.

I also love the longevity of the scent. When laundry comes out of the dryer, the fragrance lingers for days, which makes everything feel fresh and clean long after wash day.