Rosendo Mateu is a Master Perfumer known for his exceptional talent and creativity in the world of perfumery. Born in Spain, Mateu started his journey in the perfume industry at the young age of 15, when he joined the perfume house Puig in Barcelona as an apprentice. Working in different departments, he developed an interest in perfumes and started working in the perfumery department.

Mateu's passion for perfumery led him to Grasse, France, where he studied the elements, raw materials and ingredients of perfumery at the Roure School of Master Marcel Carles (now Givaudan), followed by several years in Geneva with the Grand Master Arturo Jordi Pey (Firmenich) and in Paris with Max Gavary (IFF). He gained extensive knowledge and experience working with top perfumers from all over the world and developing fragrances for major brands, including international brands.

Mateu's collaborations with prestigious brands such as Antonio Banderas, Carolina Herrera, Paco Rabanne and Zara have led to countless successful fragrances that have become favorites of many people worldwide. In 2010 he was named Master Perfumer for his dedication and knowledge of perfumery, joining the exclusive group of perfumers with this prestigious title.

Mateu's creativity and expertise in the industry led him to develop his own fragrance collection. In 2014 he started working with his son Joan on his own collection, which was launched in Spain at the end of 2015 with four fragrances. The collection was so well received that they expanded it to five unisex fragrances in 2017.

In addition to his work in perfumery, Mateu has also developed the composition of gin for the international market, showing his talent and creativity in the world of alcoholic beverages. He has also worked on the scent of candy for the Epiphany Parade event in Barcelona, ​​showcasing his ability to create scents for unique occasions.

Mateu's extensive experience and knowledge of the perfumery industry have made him a respected figure in the field. His passion to create exceptional fragrances has led to numerous successful collaborations and his own fragrance collection.