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Table of Contents
Introduction
A Brief History of Perfume
Going Organic
Determining the Right Scent for You
Tools and Containers
Liquid Perfume Basic Recipe
Solid Perfume Basic Recipe
Creating Your Scents
Earthy Scents
Rose Water and Musk Magic
Musk Memes
Shadows
Floral Scents
Grandma’s Sunflowers
Lilies, Lavender, and Feeling Luscious
Love in the Moonlight
Fruity Scents
Honeysuckle Lemon Divine
Sunshine in a Bottle
Original and Awe Inspiring Scents
Lavender and Peppermint Stress Therapy
Herbal Zest is the Best Spray
Stand Up and Stand Out
Conclusion
Introduction
So many trends seem to fade in and out over the years. Perfume making is one of
them. Long ago, people used to make their own scents based on the natural
ingredients they found around them. Then it somehow segued into a corporate
business, which meant that chemicals and other non-natural ingredients were
introduced as the base of the perfume. However, thankfully, I’m excited to share
with you that we are at a day and age where organic and natural is back in. And
I’m confident that it is here to stay. That’s the inspiration behind this book—to
compel as many people as possible to consider trying to make their own organic
perfumes. It is easy to do and fun, too. Furthermore, it allows you to find more
affordable ways to express yourself with the scent you choose to wear.
In this book, I’m going to give you a bit of oversight into some of the basics of
perfume, including:
An overview of the history of perfume making throughout time. How did it
all start? How did it evolve? And, where is it today?
Insight as to the benefits of going organic in a highly processed world.
Tips and wisdom on finding the right scents for you to wear—not all scents
smell the same on all people. It’s important to remember that!
The basic recipe for liquid perfume base.
The basic recipe for solid perfume base.
My friends have told me that by this point, they’re really excited and set to get
creating. I think you’ll find yourself in that same spot, which means that you’ll
really enjoy the content in this book that is geared toward creating your own
scents. Some of the general categories that you’ll find great recipes under
include:
Scents that are rooted in the goodness of the earth (ideal for men, too)
Floral scents that make you feel like you’re standing in an amazing flower
garden or receiving a gentle breeze laced in floral fragrance
Aromas based on fruit, which always make for a divine and invigorating
sensation
Original scents that are inspired by parfumiers creativity and the
understanding that perfume doesn’t have to know any bounds—you don’t
always need rules to be creative with it
A common question that I have received over the years is why I decided to get
so involved with making organic perfume. The answer is simple: I wanted to
make healthier choices that were less costly. I cannot even count the number of
bottles of perfume that I have purchased at stores, only to have them sit there and
clutter and collect dust until I finally disposed of them or gave them to someone
else. It didn’t make sense, and as I’ve grown older, I have also grown wiser—
both financially and in how I treat my body and the environment around me. So,
you see, my story and hopes are not so different from everyone else’s. Today, I
am excited to share everything I’ve learned with you and hopefully inspire you
in the process. Let’s cheer organic perfume making made easy!
A Brief History of Perfume
Today, perfumes are a highly marketable commodity, often adorning the names
of famous people and celebrities. They hire parfumiers (those who know how to
combine ingredients to create those “amazing” scents) to create a signature scent
for them. It makes sense and I’m excited that you’re on your way to creating
your own signature scents. You do not need to be a rock star or diva to have your
own scent—you do not even need a major perfume house to help you out. All
you need is you, some directions, and a few ingredients. That’s pretty great,
right?
But, what did perfumes signify once upon a time? They weren’t simply for
enjoyment alone, as evidenced by these findings:
Perfumes were a significant part of religious ceremonies for many known
faiths.
The type of perfume one wore was associated with what social class they
were in, within their given culture.
Different regions became known for different perfumes based on the trade
routes they were located on.
The use of perfume was often a part of fighting off illness and/or warding
off evil.
Owning perfume, often excessive amounts of it, was a sign of prestige and
wealth. It was very much considered a commodity, like what we might
consider gold or silver today.
While the reasons to own perfume or be associated with it may not seem that
inspiring or passionate to you when you look at it today, do not be fooled.
People loved the scents of their perfumes and have always associated wonderful
memories with it. I know personally, a bit of history-in-the-making of my own,
gives me fond reflections of my grandmother with a sunflower inspired scent
that I created in her honor, and will be shared with you later. (PS: don’t let the
word “grandma” fool you It’s fabulous for ladies from 10 to 10,000).
The cultures that are most known and celebrated for their use of perfume in their
personal lives, as well as trading culture, include:
The Egyptian culture: ceremonies and beautification were the Egyptians
focus. They even believed that fragrance might be the sweat of Ra (the sun
god for their culture).
Ancient Persian royal class: this “elite” group loved perfume so much that
they even had pictures created of them holding it. I’ll admit, as much as I
love perfume, I haven’t even done that—yet!
Roman and Greek influences: like many things throughout time, they
were transformed and “upped a notch” by the Romans and Greeks. Perfume
making became a noble and prestigious position during this time and the
chemistry of perfume making came to be (and still exists in the corporate
perfume industry today).
Ancient Chinese influence: wearing perfume wasn’t the focus so much
with this culture, but they certainly surrounded themselves with it. Incense
and other fragrant materials were created for certain spaces—often spiritual
or for the highest of classes. They also introduced fruits to the world of
perfume—something I am personally so grateful for—and by doing so,
they opened up an entirely new way to view perfume making. In specific,
the ingredients that could be used. On a side note—the Chinese also began
using perfumes in food and medicine.
Europe between the 1200s and 1600s (the Medieval period): medieval
and mystery go hand in hand here. This culture believed that “bad air” was
a source of trouble, as it would cause infections. Their solution was a
simple innovation called the pomander. The scents would be kept in the
ball, the air around one would be cleaner, and then they would lessen their
risk of catching infections that were air borne. I am not sure if it worked,
but I bet there was always a wonderful scent following them everywhere
they went.
The influence of the Crusaders: they learned something of value with
perfume making that many hadn’t thought of. That was the use of animals
so they could create the muskier, earthier scents that include musk, civet,
etc. One of my personal favorite scents that I have made for my husband
and dad is a musk-based scent. I’ll be sharing that recipe, too (it’s called
Musk Memes).
Old Italy: up until this point, perfumes were mostly solids and not liquids.
Did you know that? I know that I didn’t until I really began researching all
things perfume. Admittedly, the main ingredient to make it liquid was 95%
alcohol, which isn’t completely great, but it’s still revolutionized perfume
making and inspired even individuals like me who are enthusiasts. This
discovery is also the reason why Italy is one of the most reputable and
renowned countries to purchase perfume from or hire a parfumier to have it
made.
Now you are brought up to where we basically are today. It is my personal hope
that through sharing how to make organic perfume, that I am helping the world
to write a new and exciting chapter in perfume making. I’m not the first to do it,
but I certainly do not want to be the last!
Description:One of the toughest things a person can do is determine what their signature scent is. Not all perfumes smell the same on all people, and by the time you purchase each scent that interests you at a store to see if “it’s the one”, you may very well have spent multiple hundreds of dollars. Desig
