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Natural Perfume Blending

  • All levels
  • 18 and older
  • $134
  • 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY
  • 3 hours & 30 minutes

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  • $134
  • Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225
  • 3 hours & 30 minutes
  • Price includes $60 materials fee.
    Venue: Administration Building Classroom 123
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Description

What you'll learn in this perfume making class:

Examine the art of natural perfumery. Gain a basic understanding of the sense of smell, the history of perfume, the advent of synthetic ingredients, and the return to naturals. Explore perfume ingredients and formulation, and leave with two bottles of your own bespoke perfume. 

All materials provided; please bring something to write with.

Notes:

  • Please bring your registration confirmation and a photo ID to the security desk at the 1000 Washington Avenue entrance, and you will be directed to your classroom.
  • In advance of class, show registration confirmation for free admission to the Garden.
  • For drivers, the parking lot is located at 900 Washington Avenue.
  • Allow 10 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the Education building.

Refund Policy

Notify us at [email protected] at least 7 business days before the start date of the class or trip, and we will refund your fee less $15. If you must withdraw fewer than 7 business days before the class, we will refund your fee only if your space can be filled from a waiting list. No refunds, transfers, or credits are given after the start date.

If BBG must cancel a course, you will be notified as early as possible and will receive a full refund. BBG cancels classes with insufficient registration approximately one week before the start date, so register early!

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Brooklyn Botanic Garden (165)

(4.3-star rating across 165 reviews)
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by Joshua A. on 12/9/2018
    This class was awesome. My wife and I loved it and we’re already figuring out how we can sign up for our next course with this instructor.
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by Jonathan M. on 5/21/2018
    The instructor was very personable and thorough. It was a great class that I fully enjoyed
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by NICOLA B. on 2/3/2018
    Amazing course, very fun and hands on, great teacher, 100% recommend, I've already told a few friends about it1
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by Renee E. on 1/29/2018
    If you have some knowledge of essential oils and aromatherapy, you will learn about some new oils and absolutes. The highlight of the experience for me was the formulation - building the perfume, seeing how different oils interacted, and understanding the depth and thoughtfulness that goes into formulation. I was concerned that we might not have enough time to formulate, but the class was organized in a way that there was enough time for everything. I appreciated the emphasis on learning, rather than perfecting. Very good class. Formulation experience and Julianne's knowledge of the oils we used was excellent. The historical information and learning about Julianne's background was very good.
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by Jama F. on 6/12/2017
    Teacher was lovely and knowledgeable and I enjoyed the lecture portortion of the class. However, would like to have had more structure and guidance regarding blending. We were a large class and I found sharing scent strips with everyone in the class very frustrating. I would have rated this class four stars had we each had our own set of scent blotters with which to compare essences before composing. I realize this may make the class a bit more expensive, but it would be worth it.
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Reviewed by Chloe V. on 11/15/2015
    Thorough, teacher was very passionate about the subject.
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Anonymous review on 9/27/2015
    Content was great but wish we had more time to make fragrances and ask questions.
  • Natural Perfume Blending

    Anonymous review on 9/20/2015
    This was a great class with a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic teacher. I really enjoyed the experience of taking it and concocting my own perfumes with what i learned that day. I do wish the class was an hour or two longer because there were a lot of students and we all needed to wait our turn to use the ingredients. All in all a great experience!
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    Reviewed by Christopher S. on 2/25/2018
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Students at Natural Perfume Blending have raved about their experiences in the classes, praising the instructor for being personable, thorough, and passionate about the subject. One student mentioned that if you already have some knowledge of essential oils and aromatherapy, you can expect to learn about new oils and absolutes during the class. The formulation process was highlighted as a standout experience, where students were able to build their own perfumes and witness how different oils interacted with each other. The class was organized in a way that allowed for enough time to learn and formulate, and the emphasis was on learning rather than perfection. Overall, students walked away from the class with new knowledge, the ability to create their own perfumes and a positive experience. Direct quotes: - "The highlight of the experience for me was the formulation - building the perfume, seeing how different oils interacted, and understanding the depth and thoughtfulness that goes into the formulation." - "The teacher was lovely and knowledgeable and I enjoyed the lecture portion of the class." - "I really enjoyed the experience of taking it and concocting my own perfumes with what I learned that day."

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Question from Anonymous
My husband is a cologne aficionado. I would like to give him the experience of making his own cologne, is this a good fit?
Answer from Sharma S. Verified Student
I got the same information from the internet that I got in this class. It’s very basic about mixing essential oils and layering the notes to get the desire scent.
Answer from Georgia C. CourseHorse StaffCourseHorse Staff
Hi there! Cologne is watered down perfume. Sometimes men are interested in colognes and the instructor explain to the students that the process is the same. If you look at the perfume page on Wikipedia they have the percentages for all of the categories of fragrance. So it sounds like the class could be a good fit.
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price of it
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Hi! This class is for $125. You can check it on top of this page.
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Question from Avia B.
Perfumery is something I would love to pursue and would love to take this class. The age requirement is 18+ yet I'm only 17. This is extremely crucial for myself and my future so would I still be able to join? Thank you
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Hi, Avia! We reached out to the class instructor and they advised that you can enroll in this class.
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