7 March 2025

Marie Antoinette’s Scent of Sovereignty

Perfume was more than indulgence for Marie Antoinette—it was a sanctuary, a silent language of power, and ultimately, a lingering trace of her legacy. From the orange blossom and jasmine-scented gardens of Petit Trianon to the last remnants of lavender in her prison cell, scent shaped her world. Accused of drowning in luxury, she instead sought solace in delicate floral waters and bespoke fragrances crafted by Jean-Louis Fargeon. Even after the monarchy fell, the ghost of her perfumes lingered—abandoned trunks, lost formulas, and the faintest trace of orange blossom on a centuries-old letter. Her story is not just one of decadence but of defiance, where fragrance became both her signature and her shield.

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1 March 2025

Celebrating a Landmark Collaboration: Parfo Lab Becomes NPA Certified

At the Natural Perfume Academy, we believe that true artistry knows no borders. This is why we are beyond thrilled to officially welcome Parfo Lab, founded by the extraordinary Salomón Murow, as an NPA Certified School. This certification marks not just a recognition of excellence, but a deep and meaningful connection between Mexico and the global world of natural perfumery—a bond that continues to grow stronger.

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1 March 2025

Tapputi-Belatekallim: The Ancient Flame That Lights Our Path

Scent is more than perfume—it’s a whisper from antiquity. At the Natural Perfume Academy, we resurrect the forgotten legacy of Tapputi-Belatekallim: Mesopotamia’s pioneering perfumer-chemist who turned petals into poetry 3,000 years before modern perfumery existed. In this piece, explore how her story of female innovation in Babylon’s royal courts fuels our mission to reclaim natural scent-making as sacred artistry. Learn about the new Tapputi Award honouring today’s visionaries, and discover why breathing deeply isn’t just an act of smelling—it’s communion with history’s unsung heroines. When you create with nature’s essences, you don’t just make perfume. You amplify a revolution that began with one woman’s hands.

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4 February 2025

Crafting Success Through Scent: Arina P. Franzén’s Award-Winning Journey in Perfumery​

Arina Franzén, NPA graduate and winner of Best Perfumer 2024 at Stockholm Beauty Week, is captivating the perfume world with her artistry. Discover her journey from writer to perfumer and explore the magic of her immersive fragrance workshops in Uppsala. Learn how the Natural Perfume Academy nurtured her talent and how her success highlights the growing global movement toward sustainable, natural perfumery. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or a path to your own perfumery career, this is a story you won’t want to miss.

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16 January 2025

The Doctrine of Signatures and Its Inspiration for Natural Perfumery

The Doctrine of Signatures is a fascinating concept rooted in herbal medicine and traditional healing practices. This blog was inspired by a simple yet profound observation about borage, an herb with a striking black center, historically associated with easing depression. The Doctrine of Signatures suggests that the physical characteristics of a plant—its shape, colour, texture, or smell—indicate its potential therapeutic […]

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2 January 2025

Creating a Natural Watermelon Perfume

Watermelon is the essence of summer captured in a single fruit—vividly fresh, subtly sweet, and irresistibly juicy. While its scent cannot be extracted directly, the art of perfumery offers endless possibilities to recreate its charm. By blending natural ingredients and drawing on G.W. Septimus Piesse’s principles of harmony, this guide delves into crafting a watermelon-inspired perfume note. Perfect for 2025’s trending aroma, this creation celebrates the universal appeal of watermelon while honoring its cultural significance and timeless allure.

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14 December 2024

Reviving the Ancient Art of Soap Making: Ane Walsh’s Ash Soap Journey

Introduction: Crafting Tradition with Care Natural soap-making is more than just a skill; it’s an art form rooted in history and culture. Ane Walsh, a natural perfumer and NPA Teacher, Translator and NPA ambassador to Brazil, has taken this art to heart, creating ash soap inspired by traditional Brazilian methods. Her journey is not just about creating a product but […]

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6 December 2024

Perfumes for the Feminine Within: A Celebration of Pleasure and Healing

Flowers and the Feminine: A Timeless BondFlowers have always been symbols of the feminine—delicate yet powerful, transient yet eternal. The connection runs deeper than beauty. Flowers embody cycles of life and renewal, much like the feminine energy itself. In perfumery, flowers like rose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang are among the most cherished ingredients, not only for their heavenly scents but for […]

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