Artisan Perfumery Workshop (APF Level 1 Certification)

This practical, hands-on, and intensive workshop will teach you the basic and advanced terminologies & techniques in perfumery. You will learn proper smelling, identifying natural & synthetic materials, different fragrance formulations, and the fragrance families. Additionally, you'll create your own unique fragrance blend through a structured scent design & development process.

This workshop is structured around industry-based techniques and fosters your intuition to lead you to create a fragrance unique to your intended applications. It's an excellent starting class for those who wish to start their own perfume or home fragrance business.

This Course is equivalent to the APF Level 1 Course

Upon successful completion of this course, you'll receive an APF Level 1 certificate and lapel pin, adding professional credibility to your skills. You can also take succeeding Levels in other APF-accredited providers in Asia (Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Australia)

 (Learn more about APF Level 1 here)

BEFORE ENROLLING IN THIS WORKSHOP, please take note of these considerations:

• The course fee includes all materials to be used during the 1-day workshop. This includes access to over 80 materials, bottles, bases, and more. 
• This workshop will be held in-person at BC Fragrance's Open Lab in Tomas Morato Avenue, Quezon City. Please note that meals and transportation are not included in the course fee.
• A Certificate of Completion will be given to attendees
• APF Level 1 Certification Exam is included in the fee.
• You DO NOT NEED to take the Fragrance101 Workshop prior to attending this course.
• Maximum of 6 students only; NO WALK-INS ALLOWED.

For One-on-One Sessions, please book & pay directly through this link: https://calendly.com/bernadettelim/one-on-one-apf-level-1-certification

COURSE OUTLINE / CURRICULUM

AM: 9AM to 12NN

1. Introduction to Perfumery and Basic Terminologies

   • Understand essential terms used in the fragrance industry.
   • Explore different olfactory groups and how they contribute to fragrance creation.

2. Basic Fragrance Formulations and Product Applications

   • Learn various fragrance product formulations, their differences, as well as product applications for scents. 

3. Olfactory Groups and Exploring the Fragrance Wheel

   • Discover how to use the fragrance wheel and explore classifications of fragrances

4. Smelling & Evaluating Materials

   • Identify and differentiate between natural and synthetic materials.
   • Learn proper techniques for smelling and evaluating fragrance materials.

5. Fragrance Creation Steplist
   

   • Understand the step-by-step process of creating a fragrance.

    

PM: 1PM to 5:30PM

1. The Fragrance Creation Process

   • Study the evolution of classical and modern perfumes.
   • Understand the top, middle, and bottom notes of perfumes
   • Learn the Jean Carles Method
   • Preview on Accords (Chypre, Fougere)

2. Creating Your Fragrance Blend

   • Develop the skills to craft your own unique fragrance blend.
   • Receive guidance on creating themed personal brand fragrances.
   • Learn about the sillage (range) and longevity (retention time) of perfumes.

3. Creating Your Perfume

   • Participate in a simulation launch of a personal perfume brand and products.
   • Gain insights into international and local perfume brands and the world's top manufacturers.

4. Creating Your Cologne / Room Spray (If time permits)

   • Gain practical experience and apply the knowledge learned in making your own perfume and cologne.

5. Product Presentations

   • Present your created products.
   • Engage in discussions and receive feedback.

6. FAQs

   • Address any questions or concerns about the workshop content and perfumery.

Fee inclusions:
• Take home course manual
• Materials to be used in the workshop (access to over 80 materials including fragrance oils, essential oils, selected plant- based botanicals)
• Take home your products & blends
• No meals included
• Certificate of Completion
• Online Resource Access EXCLUSIVE for attendees including list of suppliers, reprintable templates, useful links, how to videos, etc
• Access to the EXCLUSIVE ScentrePinoy Facebook Community

SIGN UP FOR BOTH APF LEVEL 1 & 2 and get 5% OFF on APF Level 2. Use discount code ARTISANBUNDLE at the checkout.

Want to pay in installments? Use Paymongo Payment option at the checkout and select BillEase.

Have other questions / clarifications? Please email us at scentrepinoyacademy@bcfragrance.com

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Rebooking, Cancellations & Refund Policy

We know plans can change! Because every workshop requires advance preparation, materials, instructor time, and reserved seating, please take note of the following policies before booking.

Customer Cancellations & Rebooking

All workshop bookings are non-refundable.

If you’re unable to attend your scheduled workshop, you may transfer your booking to another available date by notifying us at least 48 hours before your original workshop.

To request a rebooking, simply email bcscentstudio@gmail.com with your name and booking details.

Please note:

🔁 Rebooking requests received less than 48 hours before the workshop will no longer be accommodated.

⏳ No-shows or guests arriving 15 minutes or more late without prior notice will be considered forfeited and will not be eligible for rebooking or refund.

🏠 For Perfume Parties and Private Workshops, late cancellations will result in forfeiture of the down payment. A new booking and payment will be required to reserve another date.

Minimum Enrollment & Workshop Confirmation

Our Fragrance 101 and 2-Day Artisan Perfumery Workshop require a minimum of 4 participants for each scheduled class to proceed.

If a scheduled class does not reach the 4-participant minimum, The Scent Studio reserves the right to reschedule or cancel the class.

Whenever possible, participants will be notified at least 48 hours before the scheduled workshop.

If The Scent Studio cancels a workshop due to insufficient enrollment, participants may choose to:

1. Transfer their booking to another available schedule; or
2. Receive a full refund of the workshop fee.

For cancellations due to emergencies, instructor illness, severe weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, we will notify participants as soon as reasonably possible.

Refunds

If a workshop is cancelled by The Scent Studio and a refund is requested, the full workshop fee will be refunded to the original payment method used for the booking.

For credit card and online payments, refunds are processed back to the same card or payment account originally used. Once a refund has been initiated through our payment system, it cannot be redirected to GCash, bank transfer, cash, or another payment method.

Please note that although we initiate the refund from our end, the time it takes to appear in your account will depend on your bank, card issuer, or payment provider.

A Little Note From Us

Every workshop is carefully prepared—from your ingredients and materials to instructor time and studio space. Our minimum enrollment allows us to provide the full learning experience intended for each class.

Thank you for understanding and for respecting our workshop policies. 🤍

Got questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out!