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The Violet Files / Interviews / meet the committee: daniel patrick giles

Written by FREYA DROHAN

 

After a quarter-century in the beauty industry, Daniel Patrick Giles launched his own project in 2022: an exploration of his adopted home of Los Angeles through the lens of fragrance. Drawing on a catalog of references across Hollywood lore and pop culture, Perfumehead plays in what he calls the osmocosm—‘osmo’ referring to smell and ‘cosmo’ meaning universe. The result is a collection of narrative-led scents that each embodies a sense of place, onscreen and off. With his discerning eye and wealth of knowledge, Giles is an indispensable addition to the Committee. Here are his Violet Code Approved favorites.

1.

“A must-have. I swear Dr. Diamond’s products have changed my skin for the better.”

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5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 Reviews
InstaFacial® Plasma
5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
2 Reviews

Dr. Diamond's Metacine

InstaFacial® Plasma
$200
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2.

“I apply, reapply, and then apply again. It delivers the softest, most kissable lips.”

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The Lip Balm

Augustinus Bader

The Lip Balm
$46
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3.

“I keep one in my bag, one by the bed, and one in the bathroom. It’s truly the best face oil on the market.”

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Daily Botanical Oil

Angela Caglia

Daily Botanical Oil
$195
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4.

“When you want to wear something dangerous—XXX-rated—layer Xanaboud with Reine des Anges.”

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Xanaboud Atomizer

PERFUMEHEAD

Xanaboud Atomizer
$395
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5.

“One of my forever favorites. I’ve been burning it for 20 years—it never disappoints.”

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6.

“I’m blessed to have so much hair. Using this brush is my post-bath ritual.”

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5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
3 Reviews
The Yves Durif Vented Brush
5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
3 Reviews

Yves Durif

The Yves Durif Vented Brush
$95
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7.

“I never thought I’d be an LED mask person, but this has become an everyday essential. The results are instant and cumulative.”

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5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 Review
TheraFace Mask
5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 Review

THERABODY

TheraFace Mask
$649
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8.

“It feels like your favorite vintage Levi’s, in a roll-on oil.”

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Canadian Tuxedo Roll-On Perfume Oil Extract
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