Perfumery Mentorship Beginners Course Outline
**Course Title: Introduction to Perfumery: A One-on-One Mentorship Experience**
**Course Duration:** 7 Hours of In-Person Video Training
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**Objective:** To provide an immersive beginner-level experience in perfumery, focusing on aroma chemical formulations, dilutions, concentrations, and the creation of accords, all while receiving personalized feedback and guidance from an experienced perfumer.
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 **Possible Course Structure**
**Session 1: Introduction to Perfumery (1 Hour)**
- **Overview of Perfumery:**
  - History and significance of perfumery.
  - Different types of fragrances and their applications.
- **Introduction to Olfactory Sense:**
  - Understanding the sense of smell and how it relates to perfumery.
  - Discussing personal fragrance preferences.
 **Session 2: Materials and Safety (1 Hour)**
- **Essential Materials:**
  - Overview of common aroma chemicals and natural ingredients. Understanding diluents, solvents, emulsifiers, carriers, ketones, aldehydes, etc.
  - Discussion of necessary equipment for home perfumery (scales, beakers, vials, etc.) And where to store formulas.
- **Safety Guidelines:**
  - Handling of fragrance materials and diluents.
  - Proper storage and safety precautions.
  - IFRA, RIFM, EWG, FDA, TTB
**Session 3: Understanding Dilutions and Concentrations (1 Hour)**
- **The Importance of Dilution:**
  - Concepts of perfume concentration (e.g., parfum, eau de parfum, eau de toilette).
- **Hands-on Activity:**
  - Measuring and creating different dilutions for various fragrance strengths.
- **Exercise:**
  - Participants create their first simple dilutions and learn about Concentration vs. Concentrate.
 **Session 4: Aroma Chemical Formulations (1 Hour)**
- **Introduction to Aroma Chemicals:**
  - Classifying aroma chemicals: naturals vs. synthetics.
  - Understanding the role of aroma chemicals in perfumery.
- **Hands-On Crafting:**
  - Creating a small formula using selected aroma chemicals.
  - Understanding key notes (top, middle, base).
 **Session 5: Crafting Accords (1 Hour)**
- **What is an Accord?**
  - Explanation of the concept of accords in perfumery.
- **Types of Accords:**
  - Discussing commonly used accords (citrus, floral, woody, etc.).
- **Hands-On Activity:**
  - Participants create their own accord using the taught principles.
  - Feedback on individual creations.
**Session 6: Developing Personal Fragrance (1 Hour)**
- **Combining Accords and Formulating:**
  - Techniques in layering accords to develop a unique fragrance.
- **Personalized Project:**
  - Participants begin creating a personal fragrance based on their preferences.
- **Mentor Guidance:**
  - Ongoing feedback and adjustments to formulations.
 **Session 7: Final Presentation and Feedback (1 Hour)**
- **Presenting Fragrance Creations:**
  - Participants present their final fragrance concept and formulation.
- **Group Feedback:**
  - Constructive feedback from the mentor, addressing strengths and areas for improvement.
- **Next Steps in Perfumery:**
  - Guidance on continuing education in perfumery, resources, and communities.
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**Course Materials Provided**
- **Materials List:**
  - Comprehensive list of essential aroma chemicals and natural extracts.
  - Recommended tools for blending and measuring.
  - Safety gear (gloves, goggles) and storage recommendations.
- **Reference Guide:**
  - A curated guide on basic perfumery techniques, terminology, and resources for further learning.
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**Course Outcome**
By the end of this mentorship course, participants will have gained foundational knowledge in the art and science of perfumery, developed their first personal accords and/or formula, and received valuable feedback from an experienced perfumer, empowering them to continue their journey in the field of perfumery.
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Mentor: Trill Noel
Perfumery (6years)
Xarmony CEO and Founder (3years)
Succesful Fragrances Launched: 48
Formulations and homework assignments will be mailed to your mentor for review and feedback.
The student is responsible for scheduling each hour. We suggest spacing them out per week.  Rescheduling must take place 24hrs prior or the session will receive a fine of $25. (Must be paid in order to continue)
 Students are free to purchase another block of hours as needed. 
Please note the course structure can be tailored based on the specific interests and goals of each participant throughout the mentoring experience. The lesson plan above is intended to serve as an example. A personalized outline will be created during our initial consultation. Specifically catering to the desires of the customer.