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ENFLEURAGE

30/1/2025

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Enfleurage
By Andrej Babicky, Natural Perfume Expert and Teacher
A Beautiful Way to Capture the Scent of Flowers
Have you ever wished you could bottle the scent of fresh flowers straight from your garden? Some flowers, like roses or lavender, can be distilled into essential oils, but others, like lilacs, gardenias, and jasmine, are too delicate for traditional extraction methods. That’s where enfleurage comes in—a centuries-old technique that allows us to capture the pure, natural fragrance of flowers in a way that no other method can.

The Enchanting Scent of Lilac
One of the most magical flowers to experience in spring is lilac.. As soon as its blossoms appear, the air fills with a fresh, powdery sweetness that feels both nostalgic and uplifting. Lilac has a complex fragrance—a mix of honeyed florals, soft vanilla undertones, and a slightly green freshness that makes it truly unique. Walking past a blooming lilac bush on a warm day is like stepping into a cloud of pure springtime bliss.
But as beautiful as lilacs smell, their scent is heartbreakingly fleeting. Once picked, their delicate fragrance fades quickly, and unlike roses or lavender, lilacs do not yield an essential oil through steam distillation. This makes enfleurage one of the only ways to capture their true scent and preserve their beauty beyond the blooming season.
Imagine being able to enjoy the fragrance of lilacs long after their short-lived bloom is over—whether in a perfume, a solid balm, or a scented oil. With enfleurage, you can do just that. This method gently absorbs lilac’s aromatic molecules into a creamy fat base, preserving its scent exactly as it exists in nature.
Lilac Enfleurage workshop
How Enfleurage Works
The process is simple but requires patience. Fresh lilac flowers are placed onto a layer of fat (such as refined coconut oil or a blend of vegetable waxes) spread across a glass or ceramic surface. The flowers are gently pressed into the fat, where they release their fragrance over time. Then the spent flowers are replaced with fresh ones until the fat becomes saturated with their beautiful aroma. This fragrant pomade can be used as-is or further refined into a tincture or absolute for perfume-making.

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If you're passionate about natural perfumery, we invite you to explore the Natural Perfumery Course and the Natural Raw Material Extraction Methods Masterclass where you’ll learn various extraction techniques, including enfleurage, maceration, tincturing, and distillation. These courses are designed for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of natural fragrance creation.

And if you love lilacs, don’t miss our special Lilac Enfleurage Workshop this spring! This hands-on experience will teach you step-by-step how to preserve the enchanting scent of lilacs using traditional enfleurage. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced perfume lover, this workshop will give you the skills to create your own botanical extracts.

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NATURAL PERFUMERY AND THE POETICS OF AUTUMN

30/9/2024

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Poetics of Autumn
By Andrej Babicky, IPF Natural Perfumery Expert and Teacher
Autumn arrives like a whispered secret, a soft sigh from the earth as it prepares to rest. The world around us slowly transforms, as if painted by an unseen hand—leaves turn amber, orange, and red, setting the trees aglow against the cooling sky. Shrubs and bushes swell with berries, their vibrant colors a final exhale before winter descends. This is the season of last-minute magic, when nature both dazzles and retreats, leaving us, the observers, with a fleeting sense of wonder. The air thickens with nostalgia, filled with the smoky sweetness of burnt wood, the damp freshness of rain-soaked leaves, and the earthy embrace of freshly ploughed soil.
Andrej Babicky, IPF Natural Perfumery Teacher
Andrej Babicky
For a natural perfumer, autumn is more than just a time of transition. It’s a canvas painted with the richest, deepest hues, a sensory feast begging to be captured and transformed. Every step through the forest becomes an invitation to imagine, to interpret, to distill the very essence of the season into fragrance. Picture a walk through a deciduous forest after a rain—damp earth cradles your feet, leaves glisten under the weight of water, and the air hums with the warmth of decay, the richness of life ebbing into the soil. Mushrooms, hidden jewels of the undergrowth, spring up unexpectedly from beneath fallen leaves, while moss-covered bark invites your fingers to trace its rough texture.

To bottle this moment is to capture not just a scent, but a memory—a story. The earthy notes of patchouli echo the scent of damp soil, grounding you in the depths of the forest floor.. The dry, almost salty touch of oakmoss reminds you of fallen leaves, crisp and delicate in their final moments. Dark, amber woods like Buddha wood lend a smoky warmth, like a fire crackling in the distance, while cedar and juniper add a sharp, resinous freshness, cutting through the earthy haze. And there, hidden in the heart of it all, is a softness, a velvety touch of labdanum, like a forgotten scarf wrapped tight against the chill, while artemisia brings a breath of herbal lightness, its slightly fruity aroma a playful contrast to the richness of the woods.
Autumn plants
Autumn’s gift to the natural perfumer is this harmonious dance of contrasts—deep earthiness interwoven with fresh, aromatic notes. In every blend, there is the potential to tell a story of transition, of the slow turning inward that autumn encourages. The scents are complex, layered, and full of nostalgia, yet they also hint at the freshness and life still brimming beneath the surface, waiting for another season to bloom.

But autumn is also a time of preparation, a quiet gathering before the long rest of winter. Fruits are plucked from the trees, mushrooms foraged from the forest floor, herbs carefully cut and laid out to dry. These are the treasures of the season, to be preserved and transformed into tinctures, essential oils, and absolutes—each one capturing a moment of autumn’s fleeting beauty, ready to be released in the depths of winter. The garden, too, undergoes its ritual pruning, as old growth is cut away to make space for the new. Bulbs are planted, tucked beneath the cooling soil, their springtime blooms nothing more than a promise in the dark earth.

​In this way, autumn mirrors the process of natural perfumery. Just as we prune the garden to encourage growth, we distill our inspirations, our raw materials, stripping away the unnecessary until we are left with the pure essence. It’s a process of transformation, of preserving the life and vitality of the season, even as the world around us grows quieter. What we gather now, whether through distillation, enfleurage, or extraction, becomes the heart of our creations in the months to come.
Forest in Autumn
There’s something almost magical about the methods of extraction during autumn. The cool, crisp air makes each step in the process feel deliberate, intimate, a conversation with nature. Through the ancient method of enfleurage, we press the last of autumn’s flowers and herbs into fat, capturing their delicate essence as if freezing a moment in time. The fragrant oils and resins distilled from woods and shrubs are rich with the scent of a forest retreating into itself, a fragrant echo of the season’s end.

And yet, autumn is not without its playfulness. Beneath the surface of stillness and retreat, there is joy, a sense of childlike wonder that beckons us to experiment and explore. What if we combined the green, spicy scent of freshly cut hay with the sweetness of overripe apples, or mingled the warming spices of cinnamon and clove with the surprising freshness of rain-soaked petals? There’s room for creativity here, for the unexpected, for the playful mingling of scents that mirror the dance of falling leaves, the fluttering breeze, the surprise of sunlight breaking through gray skies.

As autumn slips toward winter, we are reminded that everything in nature is cyclical. The seeds we plant now—both literal and metaphorical—will one day burst forth in bloom. The fragrances we blend in this golden, fleeting season will carry the warmth and color of autumn with us, even as the snow falls and the earth grows still. In natural perfumery, we become the keepers of this cycle, gathering the essence of the moment and preserving it, ready to share it again when the world outside is frozen and quiet.

Autumn teaches us to pause, to gather inspiration, and to create something that outlasts the season. Each blend of notes, each drop of precious oil, carries within it the memory of amber leaves, the scent of wet earth, and the warmth of the last rays of autumn sun. As the world prepares to rest, we too prepare, knowing that the fragrances we craft now will bloom in the hearts of those who wear them, long after the last leaf has fallen.
Autumn leaves falling
If you want to learn more about Natural Perfumery, enroll for the next Natural Perfumery Course and the Natural Raw Material Extraction Methods Master Class taught by the author.
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Exploring the Essence of Grenada

29/5/2024

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Exploring the essences of Grenada
A Journey into Natural Perfumery and Extraction Methods
By Andrej Babicky, Certified Natural Perfumer
In May, I embarked on an enchanting journey to Grenada, the renowned "Island of Spices," to participate in the Scents of Grenada festival. This event, organized by perfumer Stephen Dirk and Tower Estate owner Isabelle Slinger, provided a unique opportunity to immerse myself in the world of natural perfumery and share my knowledge on enfleurage techniques and botanical tinctures. Supported by the Ministry of Tourism, this event aimed to highlight the island’s rich aromatic heritage and its potential in the field of natural perfumery.
​Grenada's tropical climate plays a significant role in its rich biodiversity. The island enjoys a wet season from June to December and a dry season from January to May. This climate fosters a wide variety of plant species, including numerous aromatic and medicinal plants. The concept of terroir, often used in the context of wine, is equally relevant to perfumery. Terroir refers to the unique combination of soil, climate, and topography that imparts distinct characteristics to the plants grown in a particular region. Grenada's terroir is uniquely suited to producing aromatic plants with rich and complex scent profiles.
Exploring the essences of Grenada
The Tower Estate, where the festival was held, is a testament to this rich terroir. The estate's garden is a meticulously curated collection of aromatic and perfumed tropical plants, designed to be a sanctuary for perfumers and enthusiasts. This living laboratory will offers an inspiring environment where visitors can experiment with different extraction methods, touch and smell the plants and flowers, and draw inspiration from nature's bounty. Despite Grenada experiencing a dry period during my visit, the garden was a testament to resilience and beauty, boasting stunning blooms of mango blossom, gardenias, Rangoon creeper, plumeria, various jasmine species, and the intoxicating ylang ylang.
​Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia but has found a welcoming home in Grenada's climate. The tree's flowers are highly prized in perfumery for their sweet, floral, and slightly spicy scent.  During our workshop, we delved into the art of enfleurage, a traditional method of capturing the ephemeral essence of flowers. Every morning, we handpicked ylang ylang flowers at dawn, preserving their delicate fragrance for our enfleurage experiments. This process, though labor-intensive, yields an exquisite and true-to-life fragrance that captures the living essence of the flower.

Exploring the essences of Grenada
Our exploration did not stop at ylang ylang. We also worked with plumeria and mango flowers, each offering its unique aromatic profile. Additionally, we experimented with distillation using bay rum (Pimenta racemosa), a quintessential Caribbean plant with leaves that exude an unmistakable aroma. This hands-on experience provided invaluable insights into the diverse methods of extracting essential oils and the distinct characteristics of each plant.
​One of the highlights of my trip was encountering nutmeg in its natural habitat for the first time. Grenada is one of the world's largest producers of nutmeg, and this spice is integral to the island's identity. Both the nut and the mace, the lacy covering of the nutmeg seed, are used in perfumery, while the outer pulp is transformed into jams and drinks. Nutmeg's rich, warm aroma and versatile flavor have made it a prized ingredient in culinary delights and fragrant concoctions alike. This multifaceted use of nutmeg underscores the island's rich botanical heritage and its potential in natural perfumery.


Nutmeg from Grenada
Grenada's unique climate and terroir are not only ideal for growing traditional aromatic plants but also support a range of endemic species. The island is home to several plants that are not found anywhere else in the world, offering a treasure trove of potential raw materials for perfumery. These endemic plants, combined with the island's rich spice heritage, create a diverse and vibrant aromatic landscape.
The concept of the perfumer's garden at Tower Estate is particularly fascinating. It is a living, breathing repository of scents, offering a place for perfumers to connect with raw materials in their natural state. This garden not only serves as a source of inspiration but also as an educational platform where visitors can learn about the cultivation and extraction of aromatic plants. The idea of a perfumer's garden aligns perfectly with the principles of natural perfumery, which emphasize sustainability, ethical sourcing, and a deep connection to nature.
​The event itself is a dynamic meeting point for perfumers, enthusiasts, and local growers. It highlights the island's wealth of botanical resources and encourages the local community to explore the potential of these resources. Grenada's nickname, the "Spice Island," is well-earned, with abundant nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon, and other spices that are ideal for essential oil production. The festival also serves to awaken the interest of the locals to exploit the resources at their disposal and produce some essential oils from the plants that are widespread on the island.

Enfleurage
One of the promising aspects is its potential to create new business opportunities for local farmers and producers. By educating locals about the potential of Grenada's botanical resources, the event promotes the idea of creating a sustainable economy centered around natural perfumery. This not only preserves the island's heritage but also offers economic opportunities for local farmers and producers. Cultivating aromatic plants and producing essential oils can provide a new source of income for the local community, fostering economic growth while preserving the island's natural beauty.

​Moreover, events like this encourage experimentation with new materials and extraction methods. Grenada's unique climate and diverse plant species offer endless possibilities for innovation in natural perfumery. By exploring new combinations of raw materials and rediscovering traditional extraction methods, perfumers can create unique and captivating fragrances that reflect the island's rich aromatic heritage.

Ylang Ylang Enfleurage
During my stay, I also had the privilege of seeing the process of crafting enfleurage chassis from locally harvested mahogany wood. This beautiful and durable wood is used to create the frames that hold the fat used in enfleurage, adding a touch of local craftsmanship to the extraction process. The use of locally sourced materials not only supports the local economy but also ensures that the extraction methods are sustainable and environmentally friendly.
The visit in Grenada provided an opportunity to discuss the potential of using endemic plants in perfumery. These unique species, found only in Grenada, offer a wealth of untapped potential for creating distinctive and exclusive fragrances. By cultivating these plants and developing new extraction methods, Grenada may become an important player in the field of natural perfumery, attracting perfumers and enthusiasts from around the world.
Scents of Grenada
In conclusion, my visit to Grenada and participation in the Scents of Grenada festival was a profound reminder of the deep connection between nature and the art of perfumery. The island's rich aromatic landscape, coupled with the innovative spirit of the festival, showcased the immense potential of natural perfumery. It highlighted the value of returning to traditional extraction methods, experimenting with new materials, and rediscovering the unique heritage of places rich in botanical diversity.
​Investing interest in projects like the perfumer's garden at Tower Estate offers numerous opportunities. It allows for the preservation of traditional knowledge, the promotion of sustainable practices, and the creation of a vibrant community passionate about natural perfumery. Grenada, with its abundant aromatic resources and dedicated community, is poised to inspire perfumers and enthusiasts alike to explore and celebrate the island's fragrant treasures. The Scents of Grenada festival not only showcases the island's botanical bounty but also serves as a beacon of sustainability, innovation, and cultural preservation.

Andrej Babicky is one of our best teachers, if you want to learn how to extract the scents of flowers, plants, wood or roots, check his course.
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A JOURNEY INTO ENFLEURAGE

24/2/2024

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Enfleurage with Andrej Babicky
By Andrej Babicky, Certified Natural Perfumer and Raw Material Natural Extraction Methods Expert
Capturing the Ephemeral
In the realm of perfume crafting, there's an art to capturing the essence of flowers. Among various extraction methods, from distillation to maceration, one stands out for its enchanting approach – enfleurage. This method, despite being laborious, possesses a magical ability to imprint the olfactory fingerprint of a flower, making it a personal favorite.
The enfleurage process is both a journey and an experiment, much like the anticipation of spring when fragrant flowers are ready to bloom. Imagine stepping into your garden, balcony, or even just a sunny windowsill, armed with the intention to entwine the ephemeral soul of a flower into a fragrant masterpiece. For me, this is more than just a technique; it's a dance with nature.
Enfleurage, contrary to its demanding nature, offers a playground for experimentation. Co-enfleuraging different flowers became my joyful pursuit, creating complex pomades that danced with the richness of jasmine, gardenias, plumeria, Stephanotis, Cestrum, banana leaves, roses, and even tomato leaves. This became more than an experiment; it evolved into a fragrant game, a symphony of scents.​
Enfleurage Extraction by Andrej Babicky at the Natural Perfumery Teacher's Academy
Over time, I expanded my palette, incorporating different raw materials into the pomade. Unrefined coconut oil, with its tropical aroma, became a base for enfleurage experiments, mingling with gardenias, plumeria flowers, bourbon vanilla pods, finely ground resins and iris powder. The result? A tapestry of new scents and the recreation of complex, unique bouquets.
The manufacturing process remains true to tradition. Glass or ceramic containers replace the classic chassis, vegetable butters and oils stand as the primary medium, and the delicate dance of changing flowers persists. Some of my enfleurages remain soaked in alcohol for months, allowing me to study raw materials practically, even if they never make it into a final composition.
In the historical context, enfleurage played a crucial role in the fragrance industry. Refined in Grasse, France, in the mid-1700s, it became an industrial center for essence extraction. Today, enfleurage is a mainly historical method, replaced by more modern techniques. However, with the resurgence of interest in natural perfumery, some perfumers revisit this technique, making modifications to suit contemporary needs.
Enfleurage is not just a process; it's a celebration of flowers that might have limited essence or are too fragile for other extraction methods. It revolves around the absorption of volatile odorous molecules by fat. This fat, acting as a solvent, captures the essence of flowers it embraces.
The traditional procedure involves meticulously crafted frames, or chassis, where purified fat is layered, and flowers are evenly distributed. Daily changes and cycles of defleurage create a dance between flowers and fat, resulting in perfumed pommade. This pommade can then be turned into an absolute through further processing.
Learn Enfleurage with the Natural Perfumery Teacher's Academy
Enfleurage, despite its historical roots, remains a testament to the art of perfumery. It beckons us to dance with flowers, capturing their essence in a way that's both magical and personal. In this intricate journey, where patience and experimentation intertwine, enfleurage invites us to create olfactory symphonies that resonate with the very soul of nature as it awakens in the upcoming spring, with fragrant flowers ready to bloom.

Embark on your own olfactory adventure! Explore the art of natural extractions in my Natural Extractions Course.
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UNVEILING HIDDEN FRAGRANCE TREASURES

31/10/2023

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Mushroom
Enchanting Autumn: Unveiling Hidden Fragrance Treasures
By Andrej Babicky, Certified Master Natural Perfumer
As autumn's brush strokes the world in vibrant shades of red and gold, I find myself in the warm embrace of Piedmont, Italy. Here, amidst nature's grand spectacle, my garden transcends being merely a canvas for predictable perfumery choices. It becomes a treasure trove of concealed aromatic delights.  Autumn beckons with a unique charm, a season when nature dons its most exquisite attire. My explorations lead me on journeys through the woodlands and along riverbanks. It's a time when I crush leaves between my fingers, uncovering aromas I never expect. In this serendipity, the magic of fragrance discovery comes alive.
​Beyond my garden's confines, I venture on long walks through landscapes veiled in the characteristic autumn fog of our region. These moments of calm and solitude allow me to reflect on the passage of seasons. They also kindle my desire to hunt for seasonal treasures - fruits, berries, mushrooms, and plants awaiting transformation into unique tinctures.

Raw Material Maceration
Autumn's Palette of Aromas
Autumn, with its earthy scents and rich colors, is an opportune time to diversify our collection of essences. Imagine the musty aroma of mushrooms, the scent of undergrowth, and fallen leaves. These olfactory nuances beautifully complement the fragrance profiles of woods and barks. Mushrooms like porcini, field mushrooms, and honey mushrooms each contribute their unique aromatic notes.  Mushrooms, including the esteemed truffle and the woody Ganoderma species, encapsulate the essence of the forest floor. Dried and artfully tinctured, they release an aroma reminiscent of damp earth, undergrowth, and rain-kissed leaves. These tinctures harmoniously intertwine with the scents of barks, leaves, and mosses, creating a symphony of woodland fragrances.
Mushrooms
Our journey then leads us from the forest floor to the lush green canopies, where oakmoss, tree moss, and lichens flourish. Once dried and transformed into tinctures, these natural wonders unveil a unique olfactory profile, marked by a dry, woody, earthy, and somewhat salty aroma. It's the scent of the forest after a gentle rain, an essence that imparts mysterious depth and a sense of the great outdoors to your fragrances.
In this season, even the changing leaves present intriguing raw materials. Have you ever rubbed nearly dry walnut, apple, magnolia or cherry leaves between your hands, inhaling their delicate scents? While walnut leaves may challenge inclusion in final compositions due to their staining ability, cherry leaves offer a delicately fruity hay aroma. One of my favorites is the oak leaf, which I extract both in spring and autumn. Young leaves exude a bitter, warm, and intensely green scent, while the evergreen magnolia leaves evoke the sensation of sun-warmed wood, with a denser, more mysterious aroma rich in earthy nuances with just a touch of floral notes.
OAKMOSS
Unexpected Inspirations
Sometimes, inspiration strikes unexpectedly. During a bonsai workshop, the scent of maple roots unearthed memories of freshly dug-up carrots, leading to the creation of a surprisingly intriguing tincture.
Autumn
Expanding Horizons with Autumn Fruits
Quince, while cherished for its aroma rather than its taste, exudes a captivating fragrance reminiscent of my grandmother's closet. Sliced thin and dried, quince becomes an extraordinary tincture, offering a unique and pleasantly juicy concoction with green, herbaceous, and vaguely floral undertones.
The enchantment of autumn extends to other fruits like apples, pears, persimmons, and citrus. These often-overlooked gems can be sliced, dried, and transformed into aromatic tinctures. Apples provide a fragrance reminiscent of an orchard in full bloom, pears exude delicate notes of orchard blossoms and honeyed richness, while persimmons offer a slightly spicy aroma that captures the essence of late autumn.
For citrus fruits, the aromatic potential lies within the rind. Traditionally extracted by pressing the rind or distillation they can be also tinctured. Dried citrus peels hold the zesty, bright, and invigorating essence of lemons, oranges, and various citrus varieties. These citrus tinctures bring a burst of freshness to fragrance compositions, infusing them with the vivacity of citrus groves.
Citrus - Oranges
Unveiling Nature's Secrets: The Discovery Continues
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As autumn gracefully unfolds, a fragrant tapestry unfurls. From the earthy aroma of mushrooms to the sweet notes of berries and the herbal essence of leaves, each scent tells a unique story. This season encourages experimentation and exploration, revealing the boundless potential of fragrances offered by nature. Join me on this journey into the heart of autumn, where every scent is a hidden treasure waiting to be found. 
 
If you're intrigued by the art of fragrance extraction and want to delve deeper into the secrets of this captivating process, consider enrolling in my Natural Raw Materials Extraction Masterclass. In this comprehensive course, you'll uncover the techniques, methods, and nuances of extracting fragrances from the most unexpected sources. Whether you're a seasoned perfumer or a novice exploring the world of scents, this masterclass is your gateway to a deeper understanding of nature's aromatic treasures.
 
Join me on this exciting journey, where every aroma is a revelation, and every tincture tells a story. Don't miss the opportunity to discover more and take your passion for fragrances to the next level. Enroll in the Natural Raw Materials Extraction Masterclass today and unlock the secrets of this extraordinary art.
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UNVEILING ENFLEURAGE

30/6/2023

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Enfleurage
By Andrej Babicky, Certified Natural Perfumer and
​Raw Material Extraction Methods Expert 
Unveiling the Ancient Art of Enfleurage: Capturing the Essence of Flowers
Natural perfumery it's not just about creating amazing fragrances, but also about growing flowers and extracting essences. One technique that holds a special place in this aromatic world is enfleurage. It's all about capturing the magical essence of a flower to make one-of-a-kind scents. So, let's dive into the enchanting process of enfleurage and get tangled up in the mesmerizing world of scents!
 
It is to the Greeks that we owe the addition of oils scented with flowers to spices, gums and balms.
​The flowers and plants used for export must be transformed to be preserved. Olive oil, one of the main wealth of Greece, was used as an ointment and as an excipient in the manufacture of perfumed oils. The Greeks practiced enfleurage and very early developed the art of making perfumes.
During the mid-1700s. Grasse became a thriving center for industrial production and essence extraction, thanks to the refinement of this technique. However, in today's modern perfume industry, enfleurage is considered more of a historical extraction method. Solvent extractions and the utilization of aromatic molecules have taken precedence. Nonetheless, with the recent resurgence of interest in natural perfumery, some perfumers have embraced enfleurage once again, making slight modifications to the classical procedure and achieving remarkable results.
Enfleurage
Enfleurage is primarily employed for flowers that contain small quantities of essence or delicate blossoms that could be compromised by other extraction methods.
​The technique capitalizes on the principle of fat absorption, where the most volatile aromatic molecules are captured by a fat medium upon contact. Various fats, such as lard, ox fat, lamb fat, vegetable oils, mineral oils, and even Vaseline, were traditionally used. Often, a combination of fats was employed, and the specific formula was carefully guarded as an industrial secret, tailored to different flowers and extraction seasons.
 
The unique property of fats to adsorb odorous substances is harnessed when other extraction methods fail to capture the desired scent from flowers or plants. In enfleurage, the flowers are placed in direct contact with the fat, be it in liquid or solid form, until the fat becomes saturated with the perfume. Enfleurage can be performed using either the hot or cold method, depending on the flower and desired outcome. Nowadays, enfleurage is predominantly practiced for illustrative and educational purposes, as it is a labor-intensive and costly process.
Enfleurage
During cold enfleurage, flowers were placed daily on frames coated with a thick layer of fat.
​It took approximately 60 days for the fats to absorb the fragrance fully. For instance, 25 kilograms of jasmine flowers were required to perfume one kilogram of fat, while a mere two kilograms of tuberose flowers achieved the same result. This exemplifies the delicate nature of enfleurage and its ability to capture the essence of a flower in minute quantities.
 
Enfleurage holds a special allure for many, as it manages to capture the ethereal essence and aromatic breath of a flower, entwining them in a magical alchemical process. While it may be a time-consuming and demanding technique, it offers a more intimate and personal relationship with the raw materials. For those fortunate enough to have a garden, a balcony, or even just a window, enfleurage can be an enchanting experiment worth undertaking. Through cultivation and extraction, one can discover unexpected and delightful results, forming a deeper connection with nature's fragrant gifts.
Enfleurage
Enfleurage stands as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of perfumery.
It allows us to delve into the essence of flowers,  their fleeting beauty and transforming it into olfactory masterpieces. While modern techniques have largely replaced enfleurage in commercial perfume production, its revival among natural perfumers showcases its enduring charm and the endless possibilities it holds. 
 
So, why not embark on your own scented adventure and uncover the captivating world of enfleurage following our course of Natural extraction techniques?
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THE CHYPRE ACCORDS

29/1/2023

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Old perfume bottles
By Andrej Babicky, Natural Perfumer Expert
The world of Natural perfumery is a fascinating one, with a rich history and an abundance of different scents and notes to explore.
One of the most iconic and well-known olfactory families is the Chypre family, named after the French word for the island of Cyprus. This island has a long history of association with perfumery, and it was once at the center of the perfume trade in the Orient, with its gloves scented with oak moss and the famous Oiselets de Chypre (Chypre Birds).

The forests of the Copper island (currently Cyprus) and its oak mosses, its Henna (Kypros), rose and iris oils, ointment boilers contributed to the fame of its perfumers. Their names were to the Master Perfumers: the ‘Kupirijo’ or ‘Cypriots’. 
Historically, perfumes were considered a luxury item for the elite and their distribution was limited. However, this all changed in 1917 with the launch of François Coty's Chypre. Coty's Chypre had a significant impact on the perfumery industry and succeeded in remarkable publicity, giving a name to the whole olfactory family.​
Chypre de Coty
The Chypre accord, which is the core of a Chypre perfume, is based around bergamot, labdanum, floral notes, and oakmoss.
These different components work together to build the architecture of a perfume and define its main theme. The accord is then enriched by other notes, which are the facets of the perfume.
These fragrances are known for their intense base notes that can bring to mind scents of undergrowth and woods.
One of the most interesting things about the Chypre family is its adaptability to various interpretations. This allows natural perfumers to create unusual fragrances that are truly one-of-a-kind. The mysterious and charismatic character of natural Chypre fragrances makes them captivating and alluring, and it is this quality that has made them so popular over the years.
In addition to its adaptability, the Chypre family is known for its ability to evoke emotions and memories. The scents are able to transport us back in time and bring up memories that we had forgotten about. This is why Chypre fragrances are considered timeless and classic, and continue to be popular to this day.
The rich history of perfumery on the island of Cyprus and the impact of François Coty's Chypre perfume continue to influence the perfumery industry to this day. 
The chypre family is a fascinating and iconic olfactory family that has a rich history and a wide range of scents and notes to explore. From the mysterious and captivating classic chypre fragrances to the more androgynous green chypres, or joyful fruity facets, there is something for everyone. 
Chypre Accords MasterClass
In our masterclasses, we will delve into the world of natural perfumery and the creative process that attendees will experience.
​We will discover the different olfactory families and facets, their history, and some curiosities. We will also discuss the most representative fragrances and dedicate ourselves to the creation of fragrances and accords focused on a single olfactory family. These masterclasses are designed for individuals who have already followed the path of natural perfumery and for those who wish to deepen their knowledge in this field.

Starting from February with the Chypre masterclass, new masterclasses will be made available every month, providing an in-depth look at the practical aspect of creation and revealing the mysteries of natural perfumery. We will be inspired and amazed by the power of natural perfumery and the creative potential it holds.

I encourage you to join us in these masterclasses and experience the art and science of natural perfumery for yourself.
The masterclasses will provide a unique opportunity to learn, to explore your own creativity and sense of smell. The Chypre family of fragrances is just one of many olfactory families that we will be exploring in these classes, so even if Chypre is not your favorite family, you will have the opportunity to discover new fragrances and learn about different olfactory families.

So, come and join us in this journey of discovery and creation, and let us immerse ourselves in the world of natural perfumery together.

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LEARN CANDLE MAKING

30/10/2022

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Learn Candle Making
By Andrej Babicky, Certified Natural Perfumer, Perfumotherapist and Natural Candle Expert
What's not to love about candles? On winter evenings, their light warms the atmosphere, scents the room and makes the imagination travel. 
I have been creating candles for several years. At first they were just gifts for friends, but over time I came to create them for various brands. Perhaps that is how I rediscovered natural perfumery! 
Creating fragrances for candles is not easy. As a perfume enthusiast and natural perfumer, at first I would combine dozens of different raw materials only to realize that, mixed with wax, they did not work.

You can imagine the disappointment when the scent was almost imperceptible!
I did not give up: trying and experimenting, searching for information on the Internet, exchanging notions on dedicated forums or with manufacturers, I learned how to select different waxes, the importance of the right wick, which essences to use and which not to use. 

It was a long adventure...one that never ends! In fact, there is always a new product or a new extract coming onto the market. The customer may ask for a particular wax blend or a specific fragrance, and then you have to start all over again until you achieve the desired result.

Candle making is an art that engages the hands and relaxes the mind. 
It is also a way to create personalized gifts or a signature fragrance for your home.
In this workshop you will discover the world of candles, light and fragrance. 
You will learn how to choose equipment and prepare your work space, which waxes to use and which not to use, how to select the right wick and raw materials. 
Most importantly, you will learn how to create different types of candles.


The course consists of four modules, one per week. 
By the end you will have an overview of the world of candle making, raw materials, and the basics of creating your own candle fragrances.
More info about the course
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WOODS, RESINS AND CHILDHOOD MEMORIES

27/11/2021

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Learn Extraction Methods
By ANDREJ BABICKY, IPF Chair Italy
​Natural Perfumer, Olfaction Trainer and Raw Material Extraction Methods Expert
The arrival of winter brings to mind old memories of my childhood spent in Eastern Europe, precisely in Slovakia, in a small village surrounded by changes and woods.
​The days were cold, wet and short. When evening approached, my grandmother, a woman already old and consumed by work, even when she was young, used to prepare strong black tea with spices. with just a drop of honey. She made us sit around the table telling us fairy tales. I vividly remember those moments: the wood crackling in the old stove, the smell of the cast iron top heated by the flame. Grandmother used to put on the stove some oranges or mandarins that perfumed the room and grains of incense, which slowly melted creating an olfactory background to the stories. Along with the love for roses, my grandmother also transmitted to me the love for these smells that for me are always associated with the traditions that revolved around the winter solstice, the day I was born.
Many years later I had the opportunity to meet a person who travels the world in search of new and special raw materials. I call him the Indiana Jones of incense. In addition to researching these raw materials, he teaches indigenous peoples how to extract them to create a sustainable production cycle. Together with him and through his acquaintances, I had the opportunity to discover new essences.
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Returning to us, I have always been fascinated by this mix of aromas that accompanied my childhood. I've always looked for the best way to catch them.
Living part of the time in the country house, the most used material to heat it is wood. Some of the essences have strongly perfumed woods, while others, after a period of seasoning, acquire particular aromatic nuances. Among my favorites that I often use in alcohol extractions are lime, acacia, pine, larch, magnolia. They are woods that are easy to manipulate and shred or you can buy shavings or sawdust as waste material in sawmills. The wooden material (small pieces, sawdust, shavings, twigs) I let them dry then I proceed with extraction with alcohol in the form of dye. I leave the material to macerate for several weeks, sometimes for months because from my personal experience, the aroma of the final extract is richer and fuller.
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There are two other kinds of wood that I love to use: two species of oak Quercus Petraea and Quercus Robur
Both are easy to find. I collect the fallen branches, let them dry, grind them and then I toast them in the oven to enhance their woody, smoky and spicy aspects.
Resins such as various types of incense, myrrh, balms are readily available. They are odorous substances of vegetable origin, insoluble in water but often fat-soluble and of high molecular weight. Some of them are exudates, while others are an integral part of the tissues of the plant itself. They have various chemical compositions and can occur spontaneously or due to stress.
They have very distinct olfactory profiles and can add warm or cold aspects to a blend depending on the raw material used. They give depth, sometimes a dark and mysterious character, they can serve to anchor the other essences in a blend. The resins may be extracted by distillation, extraction with solvents such as, for example, alcohol that is easy to perform even at home. A very particular extraction process is to capture the smell emanating from a resin if burned or heated. 
To discover this method and others, I invite you to enrol in the raw material extraction course where different techniques and different raw materials are dealt with.
Interior Christmas Perfume
Prepare an Interior Christmas Perfume
Different spices are also part of our daily life. I must confess that I don't extract most of them directly, only some particular spices such as certain types of pepper, wild carrot seeds and mace, the shell that covers the nutmeg seed.
In the winter I prepare an alcohol-based Interior Christmas Perfume, a mixture composed of:
20g of cloves
10g part of cinnamon
Zest of an orange
Some eucalyptus leaves
3/4 bay leaves
1 sprig of rosemary
1 nutmeg
1 tonka bean
10 drops of fir essential oil

All the dry material is crushed in a mortar, poured into a glass container and covered with 300 ml of alcohol. The container is left to rest for 2 weeks, shaking it frequently. After two weeks, the content is filtered and is ready to be used to perfume the rooms, Christmas decorations or doormats in front of the house. It is an old recipe from my grandmother who instead of alcohol boiled all the material together but for easy storage, the formula was reworked with an alcohol base and with the addition of some raw materials.
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Hunting for strange and unusual new materials

30/10/2021

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Hunting for strange and unusual new materials

THE POWER OF THE RAW MATERIAL AND THE ART OF REDISCOVERING THE ORIGINS OF NATURAL PERFUMERY.
A sentimental introduction to the extraction of raw materials
by Andrej BABICKY,

IPF Chairman Italy,
Raw Material Methods Extraction and Olfaction Training Expert

There are plants from which we are not surprised that essential oil or an absolute is extracted. Their use is understandable due to their aromatic properties: think of a rose, jasmine, basil, etc. They are "obvious" raw materials. They have now become fundamental in a perfumer's palette. But there are also those which we will not immediately think could be used. I love these, curious and sometimes even strange essences.
Pr. Andrej Babicky
Pr. Andrej Babicky
I live in an area of Italy, Piedmont, in a small town surrounded by woods and fields.
​In the garden, I cultivate ornamental plants for the pure pleasure of their flowers or their leaves but also other, perfumed, to extract their fragrance: different varieties of roses, aromatic herbs, daffodils, hyacinths, chrysanthemums, lilacs, tetradenias and much more. I love the explosion of colours and scents of the garden in spring, but I also love the quiet of autumn. The garden is slowly falling asleep. These are the moments that lead me to look beyond the hedge, to return to take long walks in a bare landscape immersed in the usual fog of the area. These are moments of calm and intentional solitude in which I can contemplate the passing of the seasons. These are also times in which I start looking for seasonal fruits and berries, or new plants to extract; something different, new to fill the tincture jars with.


Not all the extractions I do, I then use in perfumes. Some remain closed in their containers for some time, even years, before I can find the right use. But I often extract for the sheer pleasure of experimenting and exploring.
Raw Material Methods Extraction MasterClass
Autumn is the season of mushrooms that can be used to expand our palette of essences.
​Think of their damp mossy smell, of undergrowth, of fallen leaves wet from the rain. Think about how nicely these nuances can expand those of the woods and barks. Different varieties are used in cooking or cosmetics that we can use too. Porcini, chanterelles, field mushrooms, honey mushrooms and many more. Each with their olfactory peculiarity. 
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I discovered chanterelles by chance. Their orange colour stands out on the ground, single or in clusters camouflaged among the fallen leaves.
The characteristic that struck me is their taste and aroma that somehow recalls that of apricot with wild nuances. Mushrooms can be dried and then used in tinctures.

To my surprise, I found some woody mushrooms. Doing some research, I found out that it is the Ganoderma species. They are known for their medicinal properties. Some are easily recognizable and rather easy to find. They are lignicolous, annual or multi-annual fungi of brown, ocher, or reddish colour with a lighter underside. They are parasites and saprophytes. They can be found on both deciduous and coniferous trees.
Their scent immediately refers to that of mushrooms in general but once dried it takes on a darker, richer woody profile. Sliced when still fresh and left to dry in the air for a few days, they can be used in tinctures.

How could we forget about the truffles? They constitute a precious and sought-after food essence. Their scent, so penetrating and distinctive, develops only after ripening and to attract wild animals to spread the spores and perpetuate the species.
The truffles were already appreciated in ancient times. Aphrodisiac properties were ascribed to them. For some, their aroma, during the period of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, contributed to the ecstatic effect on man.
Although relatively rare and expensive, truffles can add a distinctive earthy, musky, moist, somewhat nutty and dark chocolatey undertone. A small amount is enough to give a new dimension to a fragrance.
The leaves, which in this period are tinged with bright colours, can represent an interesting raw material. Have you ever rubbed the nearly dry leaves of walnut or cherry in your hands? Have you ever smelled it? While walnut leaves may be difficult to work into a final composition due to their ability to dye, cherry leaves have a delicately fruity hay scent. I especially love the oak ones that I extract both in spring and autumn. The young ones have a bitter, warm, lively and intensely green scent while those at the end of their life cycle give me the sensation of wood warmed by the sun, the scent is more dense, mysterious, rich with earthy nuances.

During one of the walks, I had by chance browsed among the shrubs of Amorpha fruticosa in search of mushrooms.
I still remember today the pungent, resinous, warm, and intense smell that remained on my hands while I was trying to make my way through the shrubs. I did not immediately connect the smell to that of the plant to which I had not paid much attention before. I was very surprised when, by exclusion, I was able to link the odour to this species and after some research on toxicity I started the first extraction experiments. It is a North American plant that grows spontaneously around the house. In the past, it was used to produce dye for fabrics and ornamental purposes. With time and abandonment of cultivation, it became wild and invaded roadsides, riverbanks, and the fields. It is one of the most invasive species in Europe. Its seeds have a curious olfactory profile: herbaceous, aromatic, vaguely urinous with hints of spicy accents that remind me of the seeds of some Apiaceae. The leaves also have a characteristic scent, strongly aromatic, resinous, warm and different from that of the seeds. The same plant offers two interesting and unusual raw materials.


Among my favourite fruits, not so much for the taste, but for the smell, is the quince.
My grandmother used to put some in the closet. Their scent mixed with that of wood, bunches of lavender and fabrics, creating an intense and rich aroma. The fruit, cut into thin slices and dried, creates an acidulous, unusual, pleasantly juicy and liqueur-like tincture with green, herbaceous and vaguely floral nuances.

 
Mahonia plants are also covered in dark blueberries this season. Their sour taste is reminiscent of that of unripe grapes. The fruits, berries with a floury consistency, can be easily dried. I use them to create a sour-scented, wild berry tincture that adds a pleasant fruity hue to the rose.
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Think of what nature offers around you in this period: pumpkins, berries, roots, tree bark covered with moss, lichen, mushrooms, seeds, pine cones covered with resin, leaves and flowers.
Sniff them, taste them, rub them in your hands. Do you smell them?
​Can you imagine it in a fragrance? Sometimes you just need to look around.
Autumn is a magical season for this too: nature is preparing to conclude a cycle, to fall asleep until spring, but for us, it may be the right time to awaken our sense of smell. Let us be guided by the nose to discover new smells around us.
Follow a Natural Olfaction Training Course or a Raw Material Extraction Method Course with Pr. Andrej Babicky
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