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Written by FREYA DROHAN

 

Name: Daniel Patrick Giles
Profession: Perfumehead Founder 
Homebase: Los Angeles, CA 


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.



THE INSIDER EDIT

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

Dr. Diamond's Metacine

InstaFacial® Plasma
£203
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2.

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

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5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
1 Review
The Lip Balm
5.0
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Augustinus Bader

The Lip Balm
£48
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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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4.

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

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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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4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
4 Reviews
The Yves Durif Vented Brush
4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
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Yves Durif

The Yves Durif Vented Brush
£97
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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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8.

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

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