Shale Albao: The Visionary Perfumer from the Philippines Changing the Scent of Luxury

Aug 15, 2025

Shale Albao’s journey is one of vision, discipline, and artistry. From a chemical engineer turned entrepreneur, to studying perfumery in France, she has blended science and creativity to craft scents that speak to the heart.

Her work with Tadhana is about shifting the narrative of global perfumery to include Asian voices, scents, and stories. For Albao, every fragrance is a story, and every bottle is an invitation to wear who you are.


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