Seoul: Create Your Own Natural Perfume With a Perfumer

Tucked away in the charming traditional hanok district of Seoul, a captivating perfume workshop awaits. Here, visitors can embark on a sensory journey, guided by an experienced perfumer. With access to a diverse array of natural essences, you will craft their own unique fragrance, reflecting their personal style and memories. This intimate experience offers a chance to explore the intriguing stories behind Korean scents, leaving attendees with a beautifully packaged perfume that captures the essence of their time in the vibrant city. What secrets will the fragrance reveal about its creator?

Key Points

• Immerse in the art of perfumery through a 1.5-hour workshop led by an experienced perfumer in a traditional Korean hanok setting.
• Craft a personalized natural perfume using 100% essential oils and absolutes, and take home a 10ml traveler-sized bottle and a 50ml EDP bottle.
• Explore diverse Korean scent profiles and stories while having access to 30 perfume bases to create a fragrance that resonates personally.
• Experience the workshop in a small group of up to 8 participants, ensuring personalized attention from the perfumer.
• The workshop is accessible for wheelchair users and includes a presentation box and bag for transporting your creations.

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Activity Overview

This 1.5-hour experience allows visitors to create their own natural perfume in a traditional Korean hanok.

Using 100% natural essential oils and absolutes, you will explore the art of perfumery under the guidance of a professional perfumer.

The small group size, limited to 8 people, ensures an intimate and personalized experience.

The English-speaking instructor leads the workshop, which is also wheelchair accessible.

Guests will explore the diverse scents, emotions, and stories of Korea, potentially evoking cherished memories or vivid images from their travels.

This unique hands-on activity provides the opportunity to craft a custom 10ml traveler size and 50ml EDP perfume to take home.

Booking Information

The experience is priced from $56.09 per person.

Visitors can reserve their spot and pay later – there’s no need to pay anything today. If plans change, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Interested participants should check the availability for different start times.

This bespoke fragrance-making workshop is a small-group experience limited to 8 people, ensuring personalized attention from the English-speaking instructor.

The hanok setting and use of 100% natural ingredients create an authentic Korean ambiance.

Wheelchair users can also join the creative session.

Experience Highlights

Participants embark on a captivating journey as they learn the art of perfumery from a seasoned professional. They’ll discover diverse scents, emotions, and stories of Korea, evoking cherished memories or vivid images from their travels.

The workshop guides them through the process of creating their own natural perfume, using 100% essential oils and absolutes. Participants will explore the fascinating world of fragrances, uncovering the intricacies and nuances that make each scent unique.

With the expert guidance of the perfumer, they’ll craft a personalized fragrance that captures their individual style and preferences, leaving them with a one-of-a-kind souvenir to treasure.

Included Materials

As part of the workshop, participants gain access to a wide array of 30 perfume bases blended from 100% natural essential oils and absolutes.

This provides an opportunity to experiment and craft a truly bespoke fragrance.

The session includes a 10ml traveler-sized bottle of the custom perfume, as well as a 50ml EDP bottle, a presentation box, and a bag to take the creation home.

For those interested in additional scents or larger bottles, the option to create more perfumes is available, allowing participants to fully explore their olfactory preferences.

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Important Information & Restrictions

What aspects of the experience aren’t suitable for certain groups? This fragrance workshop isn’t recommended for children under 10 years old, pregnant women, or individuals with back problems.

The hanok setting and perfume creation process may pose challenges for these groups. Participants are also asked to refrain from wearing any strong fragrances prior to the workshop.

Plus, smoking, bringing food, and audio recording aren’t allowed during the experience. The meeting point is a 5-8 minute walk from Anguk Station, so attendees should plan their transportation accordingly.

• No children under 10, pregnant women, or those with back issues
• No smoking, food, or strong fragrances allowed
• Meeting point is a short walk from Anguk Station

Getting to the Workshop

The experience takes place in a traditional Korean hanok, located just a short stroll from Anguk Station on Seoul’s Line 3.

Participants will find the meeting point easily, as it’s only a 5-8 minute walk from the station’s Exit 2.

Once there, they’ll enter the charming hanok and be welcomed by the professional perfumer who’ll guide them through the workshop.

The hanok’s serene setting provides the perfect backdrop for this immersive fragrance creation experience.

Attendees can look forward to discovering diverse Korean scents and evoking memories of their travels as they craft their own personalized perfume.

About the Perfumer

A seasoned perfumer with years of experience guides participants through the workshop.

With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the art of perfumery, the instructor shares their expertise and passion for creating bespoke fragrances.

The workshop environment evokes a sense of tradition, as the class takes place in a charming Korean hanok setting.

Participants are captivated by the instructor’s demonstrations, which showcase:

• The delicate process of blending natural essential oils and absolutes
• The stories and emotions behind diverse Korean scent profiles
• The art of capturing cherished memories and vibrant imagery through fragrance

Crafting Your Unique Fragrance

Participants now have the opportunity to explore the heart of the experience – crafting their own unique fragrance.

With access to 30 kinds of perfume bases blended from 100% natural essential oils and absolutes, they’ll embark on a personalized scent journey. Under the guidance of the professional perfumer, they’ll discover diverse scents, emotions, and stories of Korea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Workshop Offered in Other Languages Besides English?

The workshop’s instructor speaks English, but it’s unclear if other languages are available. The activity overview indicates the experience is accessible, with no mention of language restrictions beyond English.

Can Participants Take Home the Perfume They Create?

Yes, participants can take home the perfume they create. The experience includes a 10ml traveler size and a 50ml EDP bottle, along with a custom perfume box and bag.

Is There a Dress Code for the Workshop?

There’s no formal dress code, but participants should wear comfortable clothing. The focus is on the perfume-making experience, so casual, weather-appropriate attire is recommended to enjoy the activity in the traditional Korean hanok setting.

Can Participants Bring Their Own Essential Oils?

Participants cannot bring their own essential oils, as the experience provides access to 30 kinds of perfume bases blended from 100% natural essential oils and absolutes. This ensures a consistent, guided experience for all attendees.

Are There Any Special Discounts or Packages Available?

There are no special discounts or packages mentioned, but visitors can craft additional perfumes or larger bottles for an extra fee. The base experience starts from $56.09 per person with a 24-hour free cancellation policy.

Recap

Crafting a personal perfume in a traditional Korean hanok with the guidance of a seasoned perfumer is a truly unique experience. Guests will explore a range of captivating essential oils, blending a fragrance that reflects their individual style and memories. With a small group format and personalized attention, they’ll leave with a beautifully packaged 10ml and 50ml bottle of their very own creation.

You can check availability for your dates here: