The Secrets of Perfume with Patrizio Santocchi

Step into the fascinating world of fragrance at The Secrets of Perfume — an immersive, hands-on workshop designed for fragrance lovers, creatives, and curious beginners alike. This exclusive one-day experience invites you to explore the art and science of perfumery through scent discovery, creative blending, and sensory exploration.

Learn how perfumes are built from top, middle, and base notes while discovering some of the most captivating ingredients used in modern and traditional perfumery. From delicate florals and warm resins to exotic woods, spices, citrus, and rare aromatic materials, you'll gain insight into how professional perfumers craft balanced and memorable fragrances.

Guided through the creative process step-by-step by Patrizio Santocchi of Monteleone Miami, you’ll refine your sense of smell and develop a deeper appreciation for fragrance composition. Whether you’re completely new to perfumery or already passionate about scent, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to create something truly personal.

By the end of the experience, you’ll design and blend your own custom perfume to take home — a signature scent inspired entirely by your creativity.

What to Expect

1. Introduction to Perfumery
Gain a foundation in fragrance composition, safety, and perfumery principles. Learn what makes a scent balanced, harmonious, and memorable.

2. Build Your Olfactive Memory
Smell and evaluate a variety of raw aromatic materials. Using scented strips, note your impressions and associations—the first step in building your personal scent vocabulary.

3. Be Your Own Perfumer
With your new knowledge, blend and design your own perfume or cologne. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind fragrance that captures your individuality and essence.

Space is intentionally limited to maintain an intimate and interactive class experience. Reserve your spot early before the workshop fills up!

All materials provided (EOs, natural isolates, carrier oils, glass vials, pipettes, gloves, etc).

Small class size -- don't wait to reserve your space!

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