Our Trainings

Led by Aleksandra Chadzynski

Perfumery trainings at Scents Design Studio, offer hands-on courses rooted in the French tradition for enthusiasts and emerging creators. Covering olfactory vocabulary, raw materials, fragrance structure, and formulation techniques, these sessions blend theory with creative practice to help you develop a confident, informed approach to scent creation. Available in small groups or private sessions in Amsterdam and on demand.

Training

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Olfactory Foundations

GET FAMILIAR WITH KEY

FRAGRANCE RAW MATERIALS

For Beginners

3h - 350€ pp.

This training offers a comprehensive introduction to the key elements of the fragrance world, ideal for professionals, or creatives working closely with scent. Train your nose.

Course Content:

Introduction to the fragrance industry: Understand how perfumes are developed, from concept to creation, and the key players involved.
Fragrance structure & families: Explore olfactory pyramids, fragrance families, and genealogy to better understand perfume classification.
Natural and synthetic ingredients: Discover various methods used to extract essential oils and absolutes from natural sources.
Raw material smelling session: Smell and analyze key ingredients—both naturals and synthetics—across all major olfactive families.
Market trends & best-sellers: Gain insight into current trends and iconic fine fragrances shaping today’s market.

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Learn to formulate AN Iconic Perfume Accord

Formulation - Intermediate

1,5h - private setting - 180€ pp.

This hands-on workshop is designed for independent perfume creators who want to deepen their formulation skills by mastering the structure of timeless fragrance accords such as Fougère, Chypre, or Cologne, ...

Through guided exercises and blending practice, participants will:

Explore the key raw materials and balance behind each accord
Understand how to construct and adapt a classic formula
Learn techniques to personalize and modernize traditional structures

A perfect next step for those with basic experience in formulation, looking to expand their olfactory palette and creative vocabulary.
Independent creators are welcome—we can review your formula and assist in its commercialization.

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CREATE MY OWN BRAND

Everything you need to know before launching your own perfume line.

5h - 850€

This consultancy is designed for entrepreneurs, beauty founders, and brand owners looking to enter the fragrance world with a strong foundation and a clear creative direction.

It combines an introduction to best practice in the industry, what you need to know before starting your own range of perfume, the creative process for manufacturing, project feasibility evaluation, first cost estimation, and possibly a store-check.

What you will learn:

How the fragrance industry works: key players, roles of fragrance houses, perfumers, and evaluators
Fragrance categories & product types: fine fragrance, personal care, home care, and their technical implications
Market positioning: understanding mass market vs premium vs niche brands. Store check in Amsterdam.
Create your own perfume: the creative process to follow
How manufacturing works: contract manufacturers, packaging designer, timelines, and cost estimation
Q&A and tailored guidance: get expert answers and clarity before launching

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STRENGTHEN YOUR BRAND AMBASSADOR AND SALES REPRESENTATIVE

FRAGRANCE SKILLS

This personalized training will help your sales representative to:

Understand and describe your fragrances with precision and confidence
Communicate the ingredients and structure of each scent in an engaging, accessible way
Strengthen in-store storytelling to better connect with your customers and boost sales

Each session is adapted to your brand’s identity, concept, and olfactory signature, ensuring consistency and authenticity across your communication.

Whether you are launching a new collection or wish to elevate your team’s expertise, this training will provide them with the tools to speak the language of scent—and sell it effectively.

Let’s empower your teams to become true fragrance ambassadors.