Explore the art of natural perfumery at the UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley with Jessica Mennella of FLWR Napa Valley. Natural perfumery, which is steeped in the history and beauty of botanical materials, has been revered throughout the ages as a portal to our emotions, desires, and dreams. Perfume has held a place in rituals, from the ceremonial to the intimate experiences of daily life.
In this class, you will learn the foundation and the art of natural perfumery, based on the Slow Scent® method of perfumery developed by world-renowned perfumer, Mandy Aftel of Aftelier Perfumes and the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents, and taught by Jessica Mennella. Used worldwide, this process allows participants to create their own, unique perfume formula from a botanical perfumer’s organ of 18 exquisite absolutes and essential oils while learning basic blending techniques of natural perfumery. Be transported through scent as you create in the gardens, and then take this experience home through your own signature perfume. All materials are provided!
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Cancellation Policy: Please note the last day for a refund request for this class is Saturday, January 28.Notification two weeks prior to program receives full refund. If you find you cannot attend less than 2 weeks prior to event, you may transfer your registration to someone else by having them use your name at check-in. In the event that the Garden has to cancel the program (for instance due to rain) you will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another program.
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