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by Rebecca Park Totilo (Author)
The Art of Making Perfume is a practical, hands-on guide to creating fragrances with pure essential oils. Designed for beginners and aspiring perfumers alike, this book walks you step by step through the process of formulating perfumes, body sprays, aftershaves, floral waters, and more-while teaching the foundational principles behind lasting, well-balanced fragrances.
Drawing on professional insight from the beauty and fragrance industry, Rebecca reveals how signature scents are developed, structured, and refined. You'll learn how to work with raw aromatic materials, understand perfume notes and accords, and confidently design fragrances that reflect your personal style or brand vision.
Inside, you'll explore:
- The history and evolution of perfumery
- Traditional methods of extracting aromatic oils and making perfumes
- Clear, easy-to-follow techniques for perfume formulation
- Creative projects for adults, children, and even pet-friendly fragrances
- An introduction to transforming perfume-making into a small business
Rich with recipes, practical tips, and insider guidance, The Art of Making Perfume bridges creativity and technique-offering readers the tools to move from curiosity to confident fragrance creation.
