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Botanical Perfume Masterclass

Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Thyme, Rose, Jasmine, Orange and Clove are familiar plants and fragrances to many. Modern day perfumery can look back into history and trace its origins from humble beginnings; a simple burning of resin incense, the strewing of herbs, a splash of floral water or the waft of a pomander ball.

Plants have been used in many forms since antiquity: to fragrance the air, combat ‘mal-odours’, to anoint, cleanse, beautify and to stir the senses. Come and discover the origins of perfumery and the remarkable role of aromatic plants in this 2-hour immersive masterclass at the Garden Museum

Enjoy a hands-on session embracing the theory and creative art of botanical perfumery, you will:

• Take a whistle stop tour through the origins and history of perfume from Cleopatra to Chanel
• Understand perfume vocabulary – the art of smelling and training the nose
• Perfume structure – Top, Middle, Base notes
• Fragrance classifications
• Secrets of blending & dilutions
• Safety and storage

Drawing inspiration from the surroundings and history of the Garden Museum and a palette of pure grade essential oils and absolutes, you will learn about key ingredients in perfume creation and how to combine them. 

With sampling and discussion, you will be guided on basic perfumery composition and blending to create your own natural perfume rollerball.  I look forward to welcoming you!

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Botanical Perfume Masterclass

Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Thyme, Rose, Jasmine, Orange and Clove are familiar plants and fragrances to many. Modern day perfumery can look back into history and trace its origins from humble beginnings; a simple burning of resin incense, the strewing of herbs, a splash of floral water or the waft of a pomander ball.

Plants have been used in many forms since antiquity: to fragrance the air, combat ‘mal-odours’, to anoint, cleanse, beautify and to stir the senses. Come and discover the origins of perfumery and the remarkable role of aromatic plants in this 2-hour immersive masterclass at the Garden Museum

Enjoy a hands-on session embracing the theory and creative art of botanical perfumery, you will:

• Take a whistle stop tour through the origins and history of perfume from Cleopatra to Chanel
• Understand perfume vocabulary – the art of smelling and training the nose
• Perfume structure – Top, Middle, Base notes
• Fragrance classifications
• Secrets of blending & dilutions
• Safety and storage

Drawing inspiration from the surroundings and history of the Garden Museum and a palette of pure grade essential oils and absolutes, you will learn about key ingredients in perfume creation and how to combine them. 

With sampling and discussion, you will be guided on basic perfumery composition and blending to create your own natural perfume rollerball.  I look forward to welcoming you!

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