This is an intensive course for people interested in natural perfumery as a long-term pursuit or professional goal. You will study all aspects of natural perfumery, including perfume chemistry and natural isolates, and you will learn directly from Marina Barcenilla through live Zoom classes that will be recorded so you can watch them as many times as you need to, reaching an advanced level by the end of the course.

Natural isolates are chemical molecules found within essential oils and other natural ingredients used in perfumery. They're useful to add complexity to natural perfumes, and are key to creating certain notes or olfactory effects that can't be achieved with whole oils, e.g., ozonic and ethereal floral notes. This course is suitable for perfumery students who are already experienced and confident in natural fragrance creation.

This independent study course will teach you everything you need to start creating your own natural perfumes at home, and it will give you a strong foundation for more advanced study, should you wish to continue your perfumery education. Although it’s designed as a 4 week course, you’ll be able to access the course for 6 months following enrolment.