Historical Perfume Formula: Analyzing & Assembling Cologne (In Person)

Join us for a hands- and noses-on session where you’ll learn about and play with aromatic materials used to create a blend of cologne. During class, you’ll be introduced to a historical perfume formula as you smell through the individual materials and final blended recreation of a historic cologne formula.

Next, you’ll experiment with blending exercises using a selection of aromatic materials to recreate these formulas or accords, learning how each material contributes to the overall olfactory portrait you create. As part of your learning process, you’ll make a few experimental blends to share with the class and take home for learning.

The experimental nature of these classes gives students a greater understanding of how individual materials perform and can be used in accords, formulas, and olfactory art. Beginners are welcome, but this class is more appropriate for those who have some previous blending experience at the Institute for Art and Olfaction.

Topics covered:

+ Reading accord formulas

+ Smelling aromatic materials and blended accords

+ Lab time dedicated to working with and learning about the accord’s palette

+ Discussion of substitutions in formulas due to new materials or new regulations

Take-Aways:

+ Technical knowledge about the aromatic materials constructing a given accord and formula

+ Greater familiarity with aromatic materials and combinations

+ Take-home experimental vials of reference accord(s) and individual blends made during class

Important Notes

Materials

Materials are included in the sign-up cost, and provided by the IAO during class.

Attendance and Refund Policy

This is an in person class that will take place at the Institute for Art and Olfaction. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds or credit for this class. Note also that event tickets are non-transferable.

On Safety

Some aromatic materials can have side-effects when applied to skin. The information and teaching materials presented in our classes are for educational purposes only. These are not intended for commercial use and do not necessarily reflect commercial best practices or industry safety standards. For more information about commercial best practices and safety, consult the relevant authorities in your country of residence.

About the Instructor

Trained in art, Saskia Wilson-Brown is the founder and executive director of the IAO, and an experienced educator with over a decade of experience teaching experimental work with scent at all levels. With a background in film and fine art, her expertise lies in relating perfumery to other creative practices, with a special interest in perfume history and accessibility.

Registration Required:

Please note that you must reserve your space in advance. If you just show up without reserving a spot, there is no guarantee we will be able to accommodate you. Space at this event is limited.

All levels are welcome, but this session is 18 and up (or 14+, with adult supervision).

Location:

We are located in Los Angeles’ historic Chinatown neighborhood, on a pedestrian street.

Street Address: 932 Chung King Road Los Angeles CA. 90012

To find us: Chung King Road is a pedestrian-only road that runs parallel to Hill Street, between Hill St and Yale St. See more information here: http://artandolfaction.com/visit