It’s a milestone moment at the Natural Perfumery Academy – we’re celebrating 16 wonderful years of natural perfumery education! To mark this special occasion, we’re thrilled to announce our Perfumery Video Competition, where you can showcase your perfumery skills and win some extraordinary prizes. 🏆 What You Can Win 🏆 The winner will receive: 10g of Jasmine Grandiflorum Concrete 10g […]
As we tiptoe into the twilight of August, the air begins to hum with the ancient rhythms of Mabon and Lughnasadh—those sacred thresholds between summer’s fiery abundance and autumn’s whispered promises. It’s the time when the Northern Hemisphere pulses with a rich tapestry of scents, sounds, and tastes, all woven together by the harvest’s bountiful horn of plenty, or cornucopia. […]
A Discovery in Ireland: The Land of Saints, Scholars, & Scent In the wild and windswept landscapes of Connemara, where the mountains meet the sea and the mist hangs low over the damp peat heather strewn bogs, there lies a deep connection to the old ways. This part of Ireland, rich in tradition and steeped in history, has long been […]
The air is thick with the smell of rain, and in the evenings, the scent of turf fire lingers, reminding us that we are deep in the heart of a not-so-great-but-what’s-new Irish summer. It’s a time when the land is alive, fragrant with the blooms of the season and the wild, untamed essence of the damp countryside. For those of […]
The impact of climate change and environmental shifts on natural resources used in perfumery is indeed significant and already visible. However, the principles of “All Natural Ethical Sustainable Perfumery” provide a robust framework for addressing these challenges effectively. This approach is not just about preserving the artistry of perfumery but also about ensuring that the industry evolves in harmony with […]
Creating perfumes inspired by the changing seasons is a delightful way to capture the essence of each time of year. In the garden, even in northern climates, a variety of fragrant materials are available to blend into unique, seasonal scents.
Explore how the Natural Perfume Academy is leading the education and certification of businesses in the booming market for natural and organic perfumes.
Kyphi is an ancient Egyptian incense, a complex blend of aromatic ingredients. It is a testament to the Ancient Egyptians’ profound connection to spirituality, ritual, and the natural world. This incense, found inscribed on temple walls, played a significant role in their daily lives, from sacred ceremonies to household purification. The journey of Kyphi, from its mysterious origins to its […]
The Dawn of Fragrance: Ancient Beginnings Our journey begins in the cradle of civilization, where the first whispers of fragrance floated on the air of ancient Mesopotamia. Here, we meet Taputti Belatekalim, the world’s first recorded perfumer and the patron of NPA. Picture a bustling market, vibrant with life and rich with the aromas of frankincense and myrrh, resins harvested […]