Botanical Perfumery

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30
May

RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CM3 8ET

RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CM3 8ET

Address

Creephedge Lane, Rettendon Common, Chelmsford

Venue

RHS Garden Hyde Hall

Booking

  • Other Prices

    £85

Overview

  • Course running time

    Friday 30 May 2025, 10am - 4:30pm

  • Subject

    Workshop

  • Topic

    Perfumery

Discover the origins of perfumery and the remarkable role of aromatic plants in an immersive workshop. Explore the wonderful world of aromatic essential oils and absolutes and learn how to create your own natural perfume.

Through a mix of theory, sampling and creativity, you will:
  • Learn about 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

Tutor: Tanya Moulding

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