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Ayala's Perfumery Class @ Alex Sandor's Studio

Yosh & Ayala sniffing away...

In conjunction with the 1st Artisan Fragrance Salon, Ayala Moriel will be teaching a 2nd class on perfume making at Alex Sandor's Studio. The class last month was so much fun (picture above is of Ayala & Yosh, who also helped to host it); and we hope that those who missed it will be able to attend this one!

WHEN:
Saturday, July 7th
4:00-6:30pm

WHERE:
Alex Sandor's Art Studio
1650 Bush Street (between Frankling & Gough)

WHAT:
Learn how to design and create your own personal perfume from precious botanical essences, in pure grain alcohol.
In Ayala's class you will:
- Learn how to sniff like a perfumer
- Explore 40 rare and exotic pure botanical essences from around the world.
- Understand the principles of composition, such as structure, top/heart/base notes, and creating harmonious vertical and horizontal accords
- Make your very own personal perfume!
By the end of the workshop, you will have made a perfume to take home with you. We will provide you with a spray bottle, and your own professional-looking label!

The regular price for this workshop is $300; but in this special event, we just want to be able to cover our costs and have fun with you :-)
Sooo - this workshop is offered at $150!

SPACES AVAILABLE:
There is space for 10 students only, so please let me know as soon as possible - the date is fast approaching!

To book - cal (778) 863-0806 or online here.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Ayala Moriel is the founder of pioneering natural perfume and bespoke company Ayala Moriel Parfums (est. 2001).
She designed countless custom perfumes for discerning customers, celebrities and perfumistas from around the world; as well as for other brands such as - Bodhana's line of 5 solid perfumes; and eco-friendly house cleaning products Sapadilla.
Ms. Moriel has been teaching for 5 years a long term professional natural perfumery training course, as well as many perfume making classes and workshops for amateurs and fragrance lovers of all ages. She was invited to teach and speak in other schools and organizations, including St. George and the BC Association of Practicing Aromatherapists.

ABOUT THE LOCATION:
Alex Sandor's Art Studio is a unique hair salon that takes aesthetics and sustainability to the next level. The beautiful studio is furnished with toxin-free, salvaged and recycled materials and is a serene spot where you can enjoy a serene atmosphere and elite services.

DIY Eau de Cologne Formula


Antiseptic, originally uploaded by eurutuf.

This is an "Aqua Mirabillis" type formula, very similar in fragrance to the classic Eau de Cologne. In case all the bad predicaments prove true, and there will be no citrus to be found in commercial perfumes, this might work as a DIY substitute for 4711.

Classical Eau de Cologne

Base notes:
20 drops Benzoin
4 drops sandalwood

Heart notes:
10 drops Neroli
6 drops Litsea Cubeba

Top notes:
2 drops Rosemary
4 drops Lavender
4 drops Petitgrain Bigarade
20 drops Bergamot
10 drops Lemon
8 drops Grapefruit

Measure the oils drop by drop into a glass bottle filled with 50ml 200 proof grain alcohol (at least 94% alcohol in volume) or denatured alcohol (perfumer's alcohol). Let it mature for 30 days and than apply as desired.

Warning: Do not copy what the man in the photo is doing! This is really NOT meant for drinking...


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