Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 026 - Caramel Notes in Perfume   Caramel notes in perfume offer a delightful, indulgent scent profile that resonates with the sweet, edible qualities of gourmand fragrances. Gourmand is...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 025 - Understanding the Role of Linalool in Perfume   When it comes to crafting fragrances, the art of perfumery relies heavily on a myriad of complex molecules. One...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 024 - Exploring Oil Extraction Techniques (Expression, Distillation, and Enfleurage)   In the world of perfumery and essential oils, various traditional methods have been employed to extract the essence...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 023 - The Science of Smell   When you spritz your favorite perfume, it's not just a fragrance you're experiencing—it's a complex dance of neuroscience that begins with the...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 022 - Exploring Incense in Perfumery   In the world of perfumery, incense has a profound and evocative role. Its rich, smoky, and often spiritual qualities can add depth...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 021 - The Allure of Ambergris   Ambergris has captivated perfumers and fragrance enthusiasts for centuries with its unique, elusive scent. This rare substance, often shrouded in mystery, has...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 020 - Understanding the Role of Oud (Agarwood) in Perfumery   Oud, also known as agarwood, is one of the most revered and enigmatic substances in the world of...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 019 - Odor Fatigue and Anosmia   Our sense of smell is a powerful and intricate sense that shapes our experiences and perceptions. In the world of perfumery, two...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 018 - Avoiding Smell Contamination   Testing perfumes is an art as much as it is a science. To truly experience the essence of a fragrance, it’s essential to...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 017 - Understanding Accords in Perfumery   In the world of perfumery, the term “accord” is often used to describe a harmonious blend of different fragrance ingredients that together...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 016 - Exploring the Chypre Fragrance Family   The chypre fragrance family stands as a cornerstone of perfumery, renowned for its complex and sophisticated profile. This family of scents...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 015 - Exploring Fougere Fragrances   Fougere fragrances, a classic and enduring category in the world of perfumery, embody a unique blend of aromatic freshness and woody warmth. The...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 014 - Exploring Concretes in Perfumery   In the intricate world of perfumery, the creation of a scent is a multi-layered process that blends art with scientific precision. One...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 013 - Understanding the Role of Ketones in Perfumery   When you immerse yourself in the world of perfumery, you’ll find that the creation of a fragrance is as...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 012 - Understanding the Role of Aldehydes in Perfumery   When it comes to the world of perfumery, certain scents become iconic, transcending time and trends. Chanel No. 5,...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 011 - Understanding the Role of Fixatives in Perfumery   Creating a captivating fragrance is an art form that involves more than just mixing essential oils and aromatic compounds....

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 010 - The Art of Harmonizing Fragrance Notes   In the intricate world of perfumery, harmonizing fragrance notes is akin to composing a symphony. Just as a musician blends...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 009 - Fragrance Classifications   Navigating the world of perfumery can be a sensory journey, given the multitude of scents available. To streamline this experience, fragrances are categorized into...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 008 -The Role of Vanilla in Perfumery   Vanilla's warm, comforting aroma makes it a quintessential ingredient in perfumery, providing depth, sweetness, and sophistication to various fragrances. To fully...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 007 - Calculating Proportions and Concentrations in Perfumery   Creating a well-balanced perfume involves meticulous calculations of proportions and concentrations. To craft a fragrance that captivates and endures, understanding...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 006 - Understanding Maturation and Maceration in Perfumery   The world of perfumery is a fascinating realm where science and art converge to create olfactory masterpieces. Among the myriad...

Hez Parfums Beginner's Guide to Perfumery 005 - 20 Aroma Chemicals Every New Perfumer Should Know    Starting a career in perfumery can be both thrilling and daunting. To navigate this complex world, a solid...

Consider this your starter kit to the captivating world of scent. The Hez Parfums Glossary of Perfume Terminology A - Z is a simply and straightforward primer on perfume terminology. Read up before your next trip...

My journey into perfumery began during a time of tragedy, after the devastating loss of my beloved two-year-old daughter.