Natural Perfume Academy Diploma Recommended Kit and Materials
Sourcing Materials Made Simple
One of the most exciting parts of beginning your journey as a natural perfumer is sourcing the materials that will bring your creations to life. While this might seem daunting at first, rest assured—you have options to make the process simple, rewarding, and aligned with the ethics of true natural perfumery.
Building a Perfumery Kit:
Procure Your Own Materials
If you prefer to source your materials independently, we provide a Trusted Suppliers Directory to support you. This comprehensive guide connects you with ethical, reputable suppliers around the world, ensuring you gather authentic natural ingredients for your perfumery kit.
⚠️ Important: Students are required to work exclusively with natural materials. Use of synthetic ingredients will result in disqualification from certification—no exceptions. If you’re new to working with naturals, we strongly recommend sourcing only from the approved suppliers provided.
What You’ll Need for the Course
Essential Oils and Absolutes:
• Bergamot Standard Italy (Organic)
• Geranium Bourbon Madagascar (Organic)
• Lime Steam Distilled Sri Lanka (Organic)
• Juniper Berry France (Organic)
• Labdanum Absolute (10% in Fractionated Coconut)
• Lavender Absolute (10% in Fractionated Coconut)
• Patchouli Sumatra
• Peru Balsam France
• Pink Pepper Madagascar
• Rose Absolute Turkey (10% in Fractionated Coconut)
• Vetiver India (Wildcrafted)
• Ylang Ylang Complete Madagascar
Estimated cost for essential oils (including global shipping):
€80–€100, depending on supplier location, bottle size, and shipping destination.
Required Tools and Materials for All Students:
Regardless of the option you choose for your essential oils, the following basic tools must be sourced separately:
Carrier Oil:
2 oz Fractionated Coconut Oil
Recommended Glassware:
• 10 ml Glass Cylinder (Graduated)
• Glass Funnel
• Set of 3 Glass Stirring Rods
• Small 50 ml Beaker
• 1 dozen Disposable Pipettes
Estimated cost for glassware & tools:
€20–€30, depending on your supplier and shipping.
Summary
Take your time to explore both sourcing options and begin building your kit with confidence. This is your first step into the magical world of natural perfumery—and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
For those ready to embark on this transformative journey: