Anisha Riggs
London is a city brimming with perfumeries, many of which offer unique experiences to create your own scent. From Floris London, the oldest privately-owned family perfumers in the world, to the Experimental Perfume Club, an open-lab access perfume laboratory, there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether you're looking for a luxury experience or something more affordable, London has something to offer for anyone interested in crafting their own fragrance.
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What You'll Learn
Experimental Perfume Club
The Experimental Perfume Club is a perfume laboratory in London that offers a personalised perfume-making experience. The club invites individuals to learn about and experiment with scent in its Perfumer's Alcove.
The club offers a unique 1:1 consultation service with perfumers, where individuals can learn about the construction of perfumes and experiment with different blends. During the consultation, individuals will be taught about why some scents last longer than others and why perfumes change throughout the day. This knowledge will then be applied to help create a personalised fragrance.
The EPC also runs group workshops, where participants can experiment with fragrance layering and create their own personalised blends. These workshops are currently on hold due to COVID, but they are typically held in the EPC's lab-cum-store in Covent Garden.
The EPC is committed to sustainability, minimising plastic and packaging, and offering an innovative refill station for full-size bottles at a discounted price.
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Floris London
The Bespoke Fragrance Customisation experience at Floris London is a luxurious and immersive journey. It begins with a welcome from a member of the Floris family, who provides a brief overview of the company's rich history. You will then be guided through a wide range of fine fragrance bases by an in-house perfumer, allowing you to explore and determine the direction of your unique fragrance profile. Using precious essential oils and floral essences from around the world, the perfumer will craft two custom blends based on your individual tastes for you to experience.
At your second appointment, you will provide feedback on the initial blends, refining the heart and top notes to create two new bespoke scents to trial. During the final appointment, the finishing touches are added to your custom fragrance. The result is an exclusive and individual fragrance that you can name yourself. Your bespoke blend is then poured into an engraved Floris glass bottle, presented in a luxurious gift box, along with a Certificate of Provence detailing the notes in your fragrance.
Your fragrance formulation is securely archived in the Floris ledgers, started by the founder Juan Famenias Floris nearly 300 years ago. This archive allows you and future generations to reorder your custom scent whenever you wish. The entire process, from creating your fragrance to bottling and naming it, makes the Floris London experience a truly memorable and personalised one.
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Ormonde Jayne
The Ormonde Jayne boutique is located in the heart of London's Mayfair, a short walk from Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. The boutique exudes elegance and sophistication, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by the knowledgeable and passionate staff who will ensure you have an unforgettable experience.
The perfume-making process at Ormonde Jayne is a truly personalized journey. You will have the opportunity to explore and select from a vast array of the finest and rarest perfume ingredients sourced from around the world. Whether you're drawn to the freshness of citrus notes, the depth of woody accords, or the sensuality of exotic spices, Pilkington will expertly blend your chosen ingredients to create a unique fragrance that truly reflects your personality and style.
During your consultation, you will be immersed in the world of perfumery, learning about the different notes and fragrance families and the art of combining scents. Pilkington will guide you through the entire process, sharing her expertise and ensuring that your bespoke perfume is not just a fragrance but a timeless creation that encapsulates your essence.
Whether you're seeking a unique gift, a memorable experience, or simply wish to explore the art of perfumery, the perfume-making experience at Ormonde Jayne is sure to be an unforgettable journey. Under the guidance of a master perfumer, you will create a scent that is a reflection of your individuality, encased in a beautifully crafted bottle.
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Virgin Experience Days
At Virgin Experience Days, you can embark on a fragrant journey of self-discovery and creativity by designing your own unique scent in the heart of London. Our perfume-making experiences offer an opportunity to explore your olfactory preferences and create a signature fragrance that reflects your personality and style.
Our perfume-making sessions are led by expert perfumers who will guide you through the entire process, from selecting the perfect blend of aromas to bottling your final creation. You'll learn about the different notes that comprise a perfume, including top, middle, and base notes, and how they interact and evolve on the skin.
During your experience, you'll have access to a wide range of exquisite fragrance oils and essences, allowing you to experiment with different combinations to craft a scent that's truly yours.
Not only will you leave with a bespoke perfume, but you'll also gain insight into the art and science of perfumery. Our perfumers will lift the curtain on this ancient craft, offering a glimpse into the history and trends of fragrance.
Whether you're seeking a special gift or a memorable experience, our perfume-making days promise an unforgettable olfactory journey, leaving you with a scent that captures your essence long after the experience ends.
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Online courses
If you're interested in making your own perfume, there are several online courses available that can teach you the basics and help you create your own signature scent. One option is the Experimental Perfume Club, which offers an online academy for perfume enthusiasts who want to study perfumery at their own pace from home. They also have a physical laboratory in London for those who want an in-person experience.
Another option is the Cotswold Perfumery, which offers a five-day course that covers the basics of perfume making and includes a day of spreadsheet training. This course takes place in a dedicated teaching room/laboratory in the beautiful village of Bourton-on-the-Water. They also offer luxury accommodation for those who want to make a trip out of it.
For those who want a more flexible option, 4160 Tuesdays offers an online course called Scenthusiasm Scent School, which can be completed at your own pace. This course provides a selection of formulas, explainer films, and a detailed look at 12 popular scent styles. They also offer an online community called Scenthusiasm Community, which provides access to regular perfume formulas, a vault of past creations, live Zoom sessions, and a private Facebook group to connect with other fragrance lovers.
ClassBento also offers perfume-making classes in London that are designed for complete beginners. During their course, you'll learn about the different ingredients used in perfumery, such as essential oils, botanical extracts, and flower petals, and create your own unique fragrance.
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Frequently asked questions
You can make your own perfume at the Experimental Perfume Club's London Perfume Laboratory in Covent Garden.
The Experimental Perfume Club is an open-lab access perfume laboratory in London specialising in bespoke perfumery. They offer 1-2-1 appointments for a fragrance deep dive, either ‘Le Petit Parfum’ or ‘Sur Mesure’. You’ll leave with a 50ml fragrance and they will store your unique formula for you.
Yes, there are a few other places in London that offer the experience of making your own perfume. Virgin Experience Days offers a Design Your Own Perfume experience where you will learn about the construction of perfumes and then construct your own fragrance. Floris London UK also offers a bespoke service where you can create your own scent in the privacy of their perfumery.
Prices vary depending on the place and the service. At the Experimental Perfume Club, prices range from £250 to £600 for a one-to-one, including one 50ml fragrance. At Virgin Experience Days, you can purchase a voucher for their Design Your Own Perfume experience, and at Floris London UK, the two-hour scent customisation experience costs between £3,000 - £6,000 depending on the oils chosen and the bottle.
Depending on the place and the service, a perfume-making experience can include learning about the construction of perfumes, sampling and mixing different blends, creating your own unique fragrance, and receiving a bottle of your creation. Some places also offer to archive your fragrance formulation so that you can reorder refills.
