Our history
A fragrance of innovation: from ventilation to enchanting aromas
The genesis of Tensio-Actifs goes back to the 2000s, during the French industrial boom, when Michel Caffon, inspired by an avant-garde vision, took over a company specializing in ventilation.
His insight and innovative spirit revolutionized air duct disinfection, catapulting the company to national renown, including the rescue of works from a famous French museum.
Olfact'Air: technique at the service of emotion
The turn of the millennium marked a new era for Michel Caffon with the creation of Olfact'Air in 2004, driven by the ambition to perfume events and spaces.
Michel was joined by his son Maxime, and together they met the most audacious specifications of luxury houses.
Thanks to its cutting-edge technology and bold approach, Olfact'Air has won over the giants of the luxury sector, creating unforgettable olfactory identities for prestigious venues and events.
iD SCENT: Innovation at the heart of scented paper
The growing evolution of Olfact'air has led to the development of iD SCENT, a company specializing in the design of innovative scented objects: notebooks, bookmarks, resin bracelets...
iD SCENT then worked with the leading perfume houses, establishing itself on the market as a major player in eco-responsible, sustainable fragrance sampling.
This adventure, fueled by creativity and expertise, has transformed the way luxury brands communicate, offering memorable olfactory experiences to their customers.
The conquest of the automobile: imao parfums©
The identification of an unexplored niche in the automotive industry paved the way for imao parfums© in 2012.
Founded by Maxime Caffon, Julie Naso and Marc Giambrone, this brand has redefined the in-car olfactory experience with premium products within everyone's reach.
With a varied range of fragrances created by French master perfumers, imao parfums© embodies the perfect fusion of quality, innovation and accessibility.
Surfactants: a new chapter
2024 marks an exciting chapter in the company's history as it officially announces its name change from IMAO 2MJ to Tensio-Actifs.
This transition symbolizes the company's evolution as a dynamic leader in the design of differentiating products and brands.
The choice of the name "Tensio-Actifs" stems from the brand's deep commitment to innovation.
Like the surfactant molecule in chemistry, it acts as a catalyst, skilfully blending disparate elements to create unique and innovative products.
Our values
Distinction
Distinction is our leitmotiv.
Since our creation, we have been committed to standing out from the crowd and offering a unique range of products.
The fragrances that make up our products are true compositions inspired by the codes of traditional French perfumery.
Distinction is not just a question of style, but a corporate vision.
At Tensio-Actifs, this distinction represents the audacity to take risks and express ourselves fully every day.
Enthusiasm
Our state of mind?
To go beyond our limits, take on new challenges every day and shake up the market.
We are passionate about our business: creating, innovating and satisfying you are our daily challenges.
We share the pleasure we take in developing our brands, and we bring it to life.
It is also expressed in our warm and friendly relations with each other, with our customers and with our partners.
Collective commitment
At Tensio-Actifs, we favor a collaborative, friendly working environment that encourages individual fulfillment.
Our teams are characterized by the diversity of their skills, their enjoyment of working together and their ability to think collectively.
Our commitment is also expressed through a concrete CSR approach.
We seek out local suppliers and service providers, and we favor eco-responsible and certified raw materials in order to obtain labels that attest to and validate our positions.
Our team
Julie
CO-FOUNDER &
GENERAL MANAGER
Nassim
EXPORT SALES
Gaëlle
ACCOUNTANT
Houda
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Anaïs
PRODUCT & REGULATORY MANAGER
Maxime
CO-FOUNDER &
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Louis
KEY ACCOUNT SALESPERSON
Mélanie
PRODUCT MARKETING MANAGER
Luca
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TRAINEE
Vanessa
PURCHASING & PROCUREMENT MANAGER
Lucas
SEDENTARY SALES TRAINEE
Hugo
COMMUNICATION & MARKETING ASSISTANT
Raphaël
FIELD SALES –
RHÔNE-ALPES REGION
Our brands
imao Parfums
Imao Parfums is an innovative brand of scented substrates for the automotive industry.
Airo
Airo is a brand that values
everyday heroes
J&M Fragrances
Pioneers in olfactory marketing,
J&M FRAGRANCES offers you innovative fragrance solutions.
Join us!
At Tensio-Actifs, we believe in the power of innovation,
creativity and collaboration.
If you want to take on new challenges and are looking for a dynamic environment where your ideas are valued and your talent can flourish, then you’ve come to the right place.
Tensio-Actifs is committed!
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