Parfum: Story of Patchouli

During the masterclass Parfum: Story of Patchouli, we'll tell you all about a unique ingredient within the world of perfume: Patchouli. We take you through the history and origin of this amazing ingredient and let you experience different fragrance experiences during blind smelling. Grab your box of samples and join our Skins Experts on a sensory adventure.

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1. A short introduction

Welcome, and thank you for joining this masterclass. Over the next hour, we'll dive into the world of perfume together and let you experience patchouli scents - using ten samples. In the video, we briefly explain the programme of this masterclass. Watch the video and then go on to the next step.

2. Origin & fragrance experience

Where does patchouli come from? And when was patchouli first used? Our Skins Experts answer these questions, among others, in the following video. Learn more about the origin of patchouli and how this ingredient is also used in medicine, among other things. Watch the video to learn more about patchouli and the fragrance experience of this special ingredient.

3. Tips & Tricks

We would also like to give you some tips to help you get the most out of this masterclass. What is a blotter, and how do you use it? What can you use the cotton bud for? And what can you do if your nose is overstimulated? We're happy to tell you in the video above.

Blind Smelling

4. Blind smelling: Patchouli in the leading role

Grab sample numbers 1 through 5 and start the video to experience the first fragrances together with our Skins Experts. These are the fragrances in which patchouli clearly plays the leading role. Do you clearly experience the patchouli in all these perfumes?

5. Blind smelling: Patchouli in the background

Grab your blotters and samples again and get ready to explore the next five perfumes. In the perfumes you are about to experience, patchouli as an ingredient is more deeply incorporated, so you will experience a subtle note of patchouli. Let our experts tell you all about these next five unique creations with patchouli.

6. Closing off

You have now experienced all ten patchouli perfumes. Which do you prefer? When patchouli is prominent, or when the ingredient is a part of a bigger picture? We hope you've discovered a new favorite during this masterclass.

7. Thank you for joining our masterclass

We hope you had a great time and can imagine you gained many new impressions. That's why we have summarised the most crucial information. Do you have any questions following this masterclass? Ask our Skins Experts online or drop by one of our boutiques.

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