Advanced Perfumers Workshops and Masterclasses 2.0

Meet Your Tutor — Justine Crane”

Justine Crane brings 28 years of rooted practice in natural botanical perfumery—from Sierra Soapourri to Delicia Skincare, through two acclaimed books and her stillroom, The Scented Djinn. A quietly masterful guide, she blends material mastery with creative mentorship—perfect for perfumers ready to explore natural materials at their deepest.

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Entry Requirements

This advanced workshop series is intended for experienced perfumers with a solid foundation in natural perfumery. Applicants must meet one of the following prerequisites:

• Graduation from the CPD-Certified Diploma Course at the Natural Perfume Academy
  OR

• Documented experience in natural perfumery (2 years or more), which may include:

  • A certificate of completion from another recognised perfume course (natural or conventional)

  • A demonstrable history of formulation practice and engagement (e.g., sharing experiments and insights via social media for 2+ years)

  • An established website or professional outlet through which you’ve sold natural perfumes for at least one year

Please provide brief details of your background in the notes section at checkout.

Materials Required

Students must already own a basic perfumer’s toolkit and a collection of natural aromatic materials prior to starting the course. A suggested materials list will be provided upon enrolment.

Course Aims

• To provide a deeper, practice-based understanding of formulating perfumes exclusively with natural, plant-derived materials

• To develop the creative and technical skills required to design complex, multi-dimensional natural fragrances

• To refine the ability to evaluate and select raw materials based on their olfactory profile, energetic quality, and performance in composition

• To introduce advanced formulation methods tailored to the unique behaviours and constraints of natural aromatics

• To inspire the creation of original, signature fragrances that express a personal vision through the natural perfumery medium

The overarching aim of the Advanced Masterclasses and Workshops is to immerse participants in the art and science of working with nature as both palette and partner — deepening their fluency in the language of botanical perfumery.

The course is composed of five advanced workshop modules, each designed to deepen your technical skill and creative fluency in natural perfumery:

Workshop Section 1: Organising the Workbench

Establishing best practices for organising, storing, and managing your perfume-making materials and tools — creating an efficient, inspiring, and functional workspace.

Workshop Section 2: Menstruum Selection, Evaluation & Dilution

A deep dive into the role of alcohol and oil-based carriers (menstruums) in natural perfumery. Includes guided dilution practices, material evaluations, and monograph writing, featuring practical examples such as Champaka Concrete.

Workshop Section 3: Creating Extracts & Distillations

Explores hands-on methods for crafting your own tinctures, pomades, and distillates. This module invites perfumers to build a closer relationship with plant materials through artisanal extraction techniques.

Workshop Section 4: Accord Creation – Masterclasses

An in-depth study of accord building, delivered over two sessions. Learn how to layer and balance naturals into coherent, expressive structures — the foundation of every memorable fragrance.

Workshop Section 5: Perfume Creation – Masterclasses

Refining your personal creative process through guided formulation. These final modules support the design and execution of original perfumes using 100% natural materials, from concept to completion.

Completion of all workshop modules and exercises is required to earn a Certificate of Completion, awarded by the Natural Perfume Academy and Justine Crane.

Comprehensive reading lists, glossaries, and supporting resources are provided throughout the course to assist your learning and practice.

Syllabus Overview

The Advanced Perfumers Workshops course is divided into 5 core sections, comprising 19 in-depth workshops.

Topics covered include:

• Organising the Workbench: Setting up your studio space, cataloguing raw materials, and organising tools for efficient workflow

• Menstruum Mastery: Selecting, evaluating, and working with alcohol- and oil-based carriers, including practical dilution methods

• Extracts & Distillations: Exploring tinctures, pomades, and distillates — understanding plant extractions through hands-on methods

• Accord Creation: Learning to build sophisticated accords in two masterclass modules

• Perfume Creation: Developing complete natural perfumes through guided formulation and critique

Each workshop is designed to build practical mastery and deepen your creative fluency in working with 100% natural materials.

Methodology & Learning Format

The Advanced Natural Perfumers Workshops are delivered through a modular, self-paced online platform designed to support deep, immersive learning. Our approach combines structured materials, hands-on activities, and guided exploration, all within a dynamic virtual environment tailored to botanical perfumery.

Learning Components:

• Workshop Activities – practical, creative exercises to apply and refine your skills

• Written Materials – exclusive course content, study guides, and formulation templates

• Glossary of Materials – detailed scent profiles of natural aromatics used throughout the course

• Glossary of Terms – definitions of key concepts and vocabulary relevant to natural perfumery

• Video Resources – custom-produced videos and curated clips aligned with each module

• Bibliography – recommended reading for deepening your understanding

💻 Learning Environment (Moodle-Based):

We use Moodle (Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment), a trusted and globally recognised learning platform, offering:

• Assignment submissions & tutor feedback

• Interactive discussion forums

• Downloadable files and resources

• Grading and progress tracking

• Moodle instant messaging

• Personalised calendar for deadlines and live sessions

• News and announcements board

• Quizzes and assessments

• Collaborative tools (e.g., Wiki)

⚙️ Technology Requirements & Support:

To participate fully, students must ensure they have:

• A stable internet connection

• A device capable of streaming video and uploading documents

• Basic familiarity with navigating online platforms

A comprehensive FAQ will be available to answer common questions, and limited tech support is provided via our Academy’s web services for troubleshooting unexpected technical issues not covered in the FAQ.

Please note: This course does not include instruction in basic IT skills (e.g., email, browser use, file management). Students should already be comfortable with fundamental digital tools.

Assessment is designed to reinforce your understanding of advanced natural perfumery principles, safety standards, and formulation practices.

• Short-answer questions focus on key concepts and safety considerations

• Completion of exercises and participation in the workshops is required

A Certificate of Completion will be awarded by Justine Crane, co-founder of The Natural Perfume Academy, upon successful fulfilment of all course components.

We now offer a flexible 6-month payment plan for the Advanced Natural Perfumers Workshops.

This option allows you to spread the full course fee (€1,070) across 6 monthly payments of €178 — with no added interest or fees.

Start learning as soon as your first payment is made
Enjoy full access to the course and all workshop content
Your certification eligibility and course experience are exactly the same as for full-fee students

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Enroll in both the Diploma Course and the Advanced Masterclasses and save 25%.

💶 Option 1: Pay in Full – €1,627.50
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Both options give you access to:
✅ Level 1 Diploma + Bonus Courses
✅ Level 2 Masterclass Series
✅ Full Moodle access & certification pathways

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