As regular listeners will know, one of Karen’s favorite materials is sandalwood, that’s why she’s genuinely excited to welcome Sophie and Vanessa from Quintis on the show this week.  Certain varieties of sandalwood become endangered over the years, so, 30 years ago, Quintis decided to create new plantations so that sandalwood could thrive.  In this interview with Karen, the ladies talk about all things sandalwood from the therapeutic benefits, the growing and harvesting procedures and why, with the right approach, sandalwood will never be endangered again.  

KEY TAKEAWAYS
As well as producing an incredible scent, sandalwood also has some amazing therapeutic benefits, such as anti-aging. Vanessa breaks down these benefits and the research behind them.
Vanessa outlines the history of sandalwood, its importance as an export for Australia and why, 30 years ago, Quintis decided to create plantations which, today, total over 4 million trees.
Sophie discusses the importance of having strong relationships with the team that grow and harvest the sandalwood and how this creates transparency and trust with their clients. 
Sandalwood was once endangered and Quintis are determined to make sure that never happens again. Sophie discusses the company's approach to making sure that sandalwood will be sustainable for the future. 

BEST MOMENTS 

“Sandalwood has the same effect on the brain as meditation. It has the ability to calm you and reduce anxiety.”

“You have to make sure you are honest with your clients so they can be honest with their customers.”

“Sandalwood  has an incredible ability to adapt to the other ingredients it blends with to give a wide range of scents.”



EPISODE LINKS

Quintis Website

Quintis Instagram

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Getting Started Guide

Artisan Perfumery Mastermind

ABOUT THE HOST

Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 

Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.

With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.

Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.

CONTACT DETAILS

Website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Email

As regular listeners will know, one of Karen’s favorite materials is sandalwood, that’s why she’s genuinely excited to welcome Sophie and Vanessa from Quintis on the show this week.  Certain varieties of sandalwood become endangered over the years, so, 30 years ago, Quintis decided to create new plantations so that sandalwood could thrive.  In this interview with Karen, the ladies talk about all things sandalwood from the therapeutic benefits, the growing and harvesting procedures and why, with the right approach, sandalwood will never be endangered again.  
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">As well as producing an incredible scent, sandalwood also has some amazing therapeutic benefits, such as anti-aging. Vanessa breaks down these benefits and the research behind them.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Vanessa outlines the history of sandalwood, its importance as an export for Australia and why, 30 years ago, Quintis decided to create plantations which, today, total over 4 million trees.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sophie discusses the importance of having strong relationships with the team that grow and harvest the sandalwood and how this creates transparency and trust with their clients. </li>
<li aria-level="1">Sandalwood was once endangered and Quintis are determined to make sure that never happens again. Sophie discusses the company's approach to making sure that sandalwood will be sustainable for the future. </li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
“Sandalwood has the same effect on the brain as meditation. It has the ability to calm you and reduce anxiety.”
“You have to make sure you are honest with your clients so they can be honest with their customers.”
“Sandalwood  has an incredible ability to adapt to the other ingredients it blends with to give a wide range of scents.”
 
EPISODE LINKS
<a href="https://quintis.com.au/">Quintis Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/quintissandalwood">Quintis Instagram</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/podcast-getting-started-guide">Getting Started Guide</a>
<a href="https://karengilbert.info/artisan-perfumery-mastermind">Artisan Perfumery Mastermind</a>  
ABOUT THE HOST
Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 
Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.
With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.
Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.
CONTACT DETAILS
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/">Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karengilbert/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KarenGilbert.co.uk">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KarenGilbertPerfumeMaking">YouTube</a>
<a href="mailto:karen@karengilbert.co.uk%C2%A0">Email</a>

Discover the captivating art of perfumery and learn how to turn your passion into a business. Join Karen as she shares step-by-step instructions and occasional interviews, guiding you through the intricacies of fragrance creation.

This podcast goes beyond the technical aspects of perfumery. Explore the fascinating connections between scent, mindset, and wellbeing. Learn about scent psychology, meditation practices, and the profound impact of fragrances on our emotions and overall wellness.

Whether you're interested in natural perfumery, commercial perfumery, or starting your own venture, Karen provides valuable insights and business advice to help you succeed. Unleash your creativity, tap into your senses, and discover the secrets of this enchanting world.

Start creating your signature scents today and unlock the transformative power of fragrance in your life.

Discover the captivating art of perfumery and learn how to turn your passion into a business. Join Karen as she shares step-by-step instructions and occasional interviews, guiding you through the intricacies of fragrance creation.
This podcast goes beyond the technical aspects of perfumery. Explore the fascinating connections between scent, mindset, and wellbeing. Learn about scent psychology, meditation practices, and the profound impact of fragrances on our emotions and overall wellness.
Whether you're interested in natural perfumery, commercial perfumery, or starting your own venture, Karen provides valuable insights and business advice to help you succeed. Unleash your creativity, tap into your senses, and discover the secrets of this enchanting world.
Start creating your signature scents today and unlock the transformative power of fragrance in your life.

The Perfume Making Podcast

Saved From Extinction - How Quintis took Sandalwood from endangered to sustainable.

This week on the show Karen is giving a history lesson on the life and work of Jean Carles. Founder of the first ever perfumery school, today known as the Givaudan, and the father of the most influential method of perfume making, his influence is still felt far and wide in the perfume industry today. Jean Carles lived an incredible life, created some of the industries most iconic scents and influenced some of the great perfumes of all time. In this episode, Karen takes you through his life's work and gives you a valuable insight into the now legendary ‘Jean Carles Method.’

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Jean Carles had both a unique approach to creating perfumes and to teachings. He is the father of many iconic scents as well as the teacher of many prolific perfumeres. Karen details some of his greatest creations and influences. 
Jean Carles developed a revolutionary method for perfume creation based on a systematic approach to understanding raw materials. Karen breaks down his method step by step.
His method for creating accords was also considered to be groundbreaking. Whilst complex, it is an incredible tool for you to understand. Karen gives an overview of his method and principles.
The final part of Jean Carles’ method is that of constructing a fragrance, it is known as the pyramid method, which is creating a fragrance with base notes, heart notes and top notes. Karen gives examples of this method and how to implement it.  

BEST MOMENTS 

“The Jean Carles method of creating accords is a meticulous and structured approach that will provide a deep understanding of how different materials blend together.”

“Jean Carles’ systematic approach to perfumery and his innovative techniques remain influential in guiding both new and seasoned perfumers in their craft.”

“It’s recommended to learn the Jean Carles method but it is also essential for you to learn and adjust based on the materials that you are using and the type of fragrance you are creating.”



EPISODE LINKS

Material Mastery

William Kaufman Book

The Jean Carles Method

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Getting Started Guide

Artisan Perfumery Mastermind

ABOUT THE HOST

Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 

Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.

With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.

Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.

CONTACT DETAILS

Website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Email

This week on the show Karen is giving a history lesson on the life and work of Jean Carles. Founder of the first ever perfumery school, today known as the Givaudan, and the father of the most influential method of perfume making, his influence is still felt far and wide in the perfume industry today. Jean Carles lived an incredible life, created some of the industries most iconic scents and influenced some of the great perfumes of all time. In this episode, Karen takes you through his life's work and gives you a valuable insight into the now legendary ‘Jean Carles Method.’
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Jean Carles had both a unique approach to creating perfumes and to teachings. He is the father of many iconic scents as well as the teacher of many prolific perfumeres. Karen details some of his greatest creations and influences. </li>
<li aria-level="1">Jean Carles developed a revolutionary method for perfume creation based on a systematic approach to understanding raw materials. Karen breaks down his method step by step.</li>
<li aria-level="1">His method for creating accords was also considered to be groundbreaking. Whilst complex, it is an incredible tool for you to understand. Karen gives an overview of his method and principles.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The final part of Jean Carles’ method is that of constructing a fragrance, it is known as the pyramid method, which is creating a fragrance with base notes, heart notes and top notes. Karen gives examples of this method and how to implement it.  </li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
“The Jean Carles method of creating accords is a meticulous and structured approach that will provide a deep understanding of how different materials blend together.”
“Jean Carles’ systematic approach to perfumery and his innovative techniques remain influential in guiding both new and seasoned perfumers in their craft.”
“It’s recommended to learn the Jean Carles method but it is also essential for you to learn and adjust based on the materials that you are using and the type of fragrance you are creating.”
 
EPISODE LINKS
<a href="https://bit.ly/materialsmastery">Material Mastery</a> 
<a href="https://amzn.to/4cek4XZ">William Kaufman Book</a> 
<a href="https://shop.perfumersapprentice.com/t-PerfumersCornerCarles.aspx">The Jean Carles Method</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/podcast-getting-started-guide">Getting Started Guide</a>
<a href="https://karengilbert.info/artisan-perfumery-mastermind">Artisan Perfumery Mastermind</a>  
ABOUT THE HOST
Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 
Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.
With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.
Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.
CONTACT DETAILS
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/">Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karengilbert/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KarenGilbert.co.uk">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KarenGilbertPerfumeMaking">YouTube</a>
<a href="mailto:karen@karengilbert.co.uk%C2%A0">Email</a>

The Master of Scent -  The Life and Work of Jean Carles

Karen is in the process of writing a new book on the many challenges that await those who want to create perfumes or set up their own perfume business. Inspired by this, Karen has decided to go over eight of the most crucial points in this week's episode. Looking at some of the myths of the perfume industry, such as a need for a chemistry degree or the need for industry validation, as well as the huge amount of knowledge you must learn, time management and imposter syndrome, Karen separates fact from fiction and shares her invaluable tips on how to overcome the beginners challenges. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS
As with most careers, perfumers seek validation from the wider industry, especially when starting out in their careers, and this lack of validation can make you feel like an outsider, however, Karen explains that validation does not equate to success. 
When you step into a large industry like the fragrance industry it is natural to start out feeling like you’re not good enough. Karen talks about this and the bigger problem of imposter syndrome, and how you can overcome these feelings. 
There are hundreds of materials that you can use to create your scents and the thought of learning and memorising them all can be a daunting one. However, Karen is here to reassure you that by working in artisan perfumery, you really don’t need to memorise all that knowledge from day one. 
Time management is a huge challenge when you dive into a new career. Karen breaks down her top tips for achieving effective time management. 

BEST MOMENTS 

“Focus on your craft and your unique journey. Remember, that many renowned perfumers have succeeded without the industry stamp of approval.”

“Fragrance creation is deeply personal, it’s like creating a piece of art. When someone criticises your work it can feel like a personal rejection.”

“Feel the fear and do it anyway.”



EPISODE LINKE

Materials Mastery

Mindset Magic

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Getting Started Guide

Artisan Perfumery Mastermind

ABOUT THE HOST

Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 

Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.

With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.

Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.

CONTACT DETAILS

Website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Email

Karen is in the process of writing a new book on the many challenges that await those who want to create perfumes or set up their own perfume business. Inspired by this, Karen has decided to go over eight of the most crucial points in this week's episode. Looking at some of the myths of the perfume industry, such as a need for a chemistry degree or the need for industry validation, as well as the huge amount of knowledge you must learn, time management and imposter syndrome, Karen separates fact from fiction and shares her invaluable tips on how to overcome the beginners challenges. 
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">As with most careers, perfumers seek validation from the wider industry, especially when starting out in their careers, and this lack of validation can make you feel like an outsider, however, Karen explains that validation does not equate to success. </li>
<li aria-level="1">When you step into a large industry like the fragrance industry it is natural to start out feeling like you’re not good enough. Karen talks about this and the bigger problem of imposter syndrome, and how you can overcome these feelings. </li>
<li aria-level="1">There are hundreds of materials that you can use to create your scents and the thought of learning and memorising them all can be a daunting one. However, Karen is here to reassure you that by working in artisan perfumery, you really don’t need to memorise all that knowledge from day one. </li>
<li aria-level="1">Time management is a huge challenge when you dive into a new career. Karen breaks down her top tips for achieving effective time management. </li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
“Focus on your craft and your unique journey. Remember, that many renowned perfumers have succeeded without the industry stamp of approval.”
“Fragrance creation is deeply personal, it’s like creating a piece of art. When someone criticises your work it can feel like a personal rejection.”
“Feel the fear and do it anyway.”
 
EPISODE LINKE
<a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/12SNNEDBhqfB9_BEVnJQ0M4zo9Exm4KvA6-NmqiQlESQ/edit?usp=sharing">Materials Mastery</a>
<a href="https://www.onlineperfumeschool.com/mindset-magic-masterclass-online-course/">Mindset Magic</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/podcast-getting-started-guide">Getting Started Guide</a>
<a href="https://karengilbert.info/artisan-perfumery-mastermind">Artisan Perfumery Mastermind</a>  
ABOUT THE HOST
Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 
Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.
With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.
Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.
CONTACT DETAILS
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/">Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karengilbert/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KarenGilbert.co.uk">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KarenGilbertPerfumeMaking">YouTube</a>
<a href="mailto:karen@karengilbert.co.uk%C2%A0">Email</a>

The Beginners Challenge - 8 Challenges You Will Certainly Face and How to Overcome Them

This week on the show Karen is joined by one of her Artisan perfumery mastermind alumni, Earl Williams, founder of ESW Perfume Bar. Through Earl’s unique business he creates bespoke scents for private clients as well as hosting pop up perfume bars at public and private events. But what really sets Earl apart is his determination and drive to keep moving forward no matter how many times the chips are stacked against him. In this interview with Karen, Earl shares his journey which will inspire you to keep moving forward and keep learning so that tomorrow, your dreams can come true.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Earl details his journey in the fragrance industry and how his promising start was cut short by Covid but, instead of giving up, he decided to scale up.
When Earl launched his business he was sure that he was offering the right products to the right people but, this confidence only came after a lot of preparation work, a process he outlines here. 
A chance meeting at an event led Earl to open his business into a new area. He discusses the way he approached this opportunity and why you should be open to exploring new avenues. 
Having a unique business model is one thing but having your own style is what sets you apart. Earl talks about the journey he embarked upon to find his own unique style. 

BEST MOMENTS 

“Before you put something out into the world, make sure you’re ready. You’ll achieve nothing if you rush the process.” 

“Something that feels difficult today will feel easy tomorrow if you just keep learning and growing.”

“If you don’t take the opportunities when they are presented to you, you’ll never move forward.”



EPISODE LINKS

ESP PerfumeBar Website

ESP PerfumeBar Instagram

ESP PerfumeBar Tik Tok

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Getting Started Guide

Artisan Perfumery Mastermind

ABOUT THE HOST

Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 

Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.

With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.

Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.

CONTACT DETAILS

Website

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

Email

This week on the show Karen is joined by one of her Artisan perfumery mastermind alumni, Earl Williams, founder of ESW Perfume Bar. Through Earl’s unique business he creates bespoke scents for private clients as well as hosting pop up perfume bars at public and private events. But what really sets Earl apart is his determination and drive to keep moving forward no matter how many times the chips are stacked against him. In this interview with Karen, Earl shares his journey which will inspire you to keep moving forward and keep learning so that tomorrow, your dreams can come true.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Earl details his journey in the fragrance industry and how his promising start was cut short by Covid but, instead of giving up, he decided to scale up.</li>
<li aria-level="1">When Earl launched his business he was sure that he was offering the right products to the right people but, this confidence only came after a lot of preparation work, a process he outlines here. </li>
<li aria-level="1">A chance meeting at an event led Earl to open his business into a new area. He discusses the way he approached this opportunity and why you should be open to exploring new avenues. </li>
<li aria-level="1">Having a unique business model is one thing but having your own style is what sets you apart. Earl talks about the journey he embarked upon to find his own unique style. </li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
“Before you put something out into the world, make sure you’re ready. You’ll achieve nothing if you rush the process.” 
“Something that feels difficult today will feel easy tomorrow if you just keep learning and growing.”
“If you don’t take the opportunities when they are presented to you, you’ll never move forward.”
 
EPISODE LINKS
<a href="https://earl.eswperfumebar.com/businesscard">ESP PerfumeBar Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/eswperfumebar/">ESP PerfumeBar Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@eswperfumebar">ESP PerfumeBar Tik Tok</a>
VALUABLE RESOURCES
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/podcast-getting-started-guide">Getting Started Guide</a>
<a href="https://karengilbert.info/artisan-perfumery-mastermind">Artisan Perfumery Mastermind</a>  
ABOUT THE HOST
Fragrance expert, author, teacher and speaker; Karen Gilbert runs courses in the UK and online which demystify the secretive world of perfumery in a fun and interactive way. 
Karen has inspired thousands of students to explore their olfactory sense and create their own personalised fragrances.
With extensive product development experience in both the commercial perfumery and the organic skincare industry, Karen is able to offer a unique insight into creating natural and mixed media fragrances for fine fragrance, room scents and skincare/bodycare products using commercial perfumery techniques.
Karen is also a certified meditation teacher and has a passion for helping people to create daily rituals that integrate scent with other modalities to shift state and increase your sense of wellbeing.
CONTACT DETAILS
<a href="https://www.karengilbert.co.uk/">Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/karengilbert/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KarenGilbert.co.uk">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@KarenGilbertPerfumeMaking">YouTube</a>
<a href="mailto:karen@karengilbert.co.uk%C2%A0">Email</a>

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