Creating Rose Accords and Rose-Centred Perfumes
Masterclass
Date: Saturday 7 March 2026
From 13:00 to 17:00 (UK time)
Cost: £69 (UK price)
Step into the world of timeless elegance and sophistication with our rose masterclass, "Creating Rose Accords and Rose-Centred Perfumes." This masterclass offers a deep dive into the art of creating rose fragrances, exploring the myriad facets of this iconic flower. Both all-natural and mixed media techniques will be covered.
Why Focus on Rose?
The rose, often referred to as the queen of flowers, has been a symbol of beauty and romance for centuries. Its complex scent profile, ranging from fresh and dewy to rich and velvety, makes it a beloved ingredient in perfumery. Mastering rose accords allows you to create fragrances that evoke emotion, tell stories, and captivate the senses. This course is your gateway to harnessing the full potential of roses in your perfume creations.
We will work with the following rose materials:
Rose absolute, phenylethyl alcohol, citronellol, geraniol, nerol, damascenone, beta-damascone, rose oxide, beta-ionone, eugenol.
Who should attend?
This masterclass is perfect for anyone with a love for roses and a desire to create beautiful, rose-centred perfumes. Please note that you must already know the fundamentals of perfumery, including how to dilute and weigh perfume ingredients, and understand the basic perfume structure with top, middle and base notes.
Course Highlights:
Expert Guidance: Learn from multi award winning perfumer Marina Barcenilla who brings years of experience and a passion for innovation to the classroom.
Interactive Online Learning: Engage in a hands-on blending session, group discussion, and sensory exercises designed to deepen your understanding and hone your skills.
Downloadable Course notes: All written course notes can be downloaded, and they are yours to keep.
Extended Course Access: You will have access to the course recording for seven days after the course date.
What You'll Learn:
The Essence of Rose: Discover the different varieties of roses used in perfumery, such as Damask, Centifolia, and Bulgarian Rose. Understand their unique scent profiles and how to source the highest quality materials.
Crafting Rose Accords: Master the art of blending to create balanced and complex rose accords. Understand how to enhance the natural beauty of rose with complementary notes and key rose molecules.
Creating Rose-Centred Perfumes: Develop your skills in constructing complete perfumes centred around rose accords. Learn how to build top, middle, and base notes that highlight the rose and add depth and longevity to your fragrance.
Historical and Cultural Significance: Gain insights into the historical and cultural importance of roses in perfumery and how this knowledge can inspire your creative process.