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'Heaven Scents' Discovery Box - The Perfume Society

At The Amazing Blog, we know how easy it is to both love perfume and fragrances but hate shopping for them. It can be daunting, which is why we often stick to one fragrance for years until it’s recognisably our scent. While it can be lovely to have a signature scent, sometimes you want to diversify, but the idea of wading through the scented halls of department stores can be as mentally overwhelming as it is overwhelming for the senses. This is why we are such big fans of The Perfume Society and their Discovery Boxes. We were lucky enough to receive The Heaven Scents Discovery Box, but there are over forty to choose from.

Each discovery box is filled with various perfume samples, allowing you to dabble in different fragrances until you find one, or a few, that you like. We received eight (!) samples in our box, ranging from floral, to fresh, to fruity, to gourmand scents, featuring fragrances from brands such as Prada, Jimmy Choo and Miller Harris. If you're interested in the complexity of perfumes, such as the top notes, heart notes and base notes, then the information cards that come alongside each perfume will be a standout addition for you. We loved this touch as it helped teach us what it was about each perfume that we liked, helping us to discern what we want in a fragrance. The box also contained a gift of a full sized bottle of Judith Williams Body Butter, which smelt so divine we understood why our box was called Heaven Scents!

To purchase your discovery box from only £17.50, or to just learn more about the fantastic world of The Perfume Society, click here.

Bohemian Naturals Perfumes

blog image Many of us dream of travelling to exotic places but unfortunately a lot of us can find it hard to get away from our busy schedules and take time out to travel. But while we may be in the office, we can indulge in a beautiful fragrance to remind us of tropical shores. A fragrance can whisk you off into the wilderness of the woods or bring you into a serene rose garden. Wherever you’d like to go, there is a scent that can help take you there. When we heard about Bohemian Naturals here at The Amazing Blog, we were so pleased that their fragrances are as equally inspired by travel as our daydreams are.

Bohemian Naturals perfumes are inspired by ‘the evocative relationship between world travel, global culture, and universal romance’. They have crafted three different fragrances that have essences of the flora that is present in exotic locations, so that your mind and heart can wander while your feet stay planted on the ground.

Indian Davana was the first fragrance that we tried, and I absolutely loved it. It begins a bit spicy, but transforms into a lovely and sultry floral scent. There is a presence of Patchouli as well as Amber and Grapefruit. It is tranquil and yet mesmerising, and it would be the  perfect scent for spring and summer days.

Thai Sunshine was the next scent that we tested, and it is just as sunny and warm as you might imagine. Lemongrass and Lime are present, as well as Cedar and Ginger. It is a very herbal scent,  and you will just want to bathe in this fragrance it is that lovely! Last, but not least is Amber Rose, which was the majority favourite here at The Amazing Blog. It is warm and inviting, as well as being incredibly sensual. Amber is obviously the top note, followed by Rose and Bergamot. This scent will suit many people, and it is perfect for the chilly months.

One more wonderful thing about the Bohemian Naturals fragrances is that they are all natural. No synthetic ingredients are in their products, and they are produced in small batches, so each one is made with care. If you are interested in getting your hands on these great fragrances, visit the Bohemian Naturals website. If you purchase a fragrance now, you can enter the code “AMAZ” at the checkout to receive 10% off and a free sample.

The Karen Gilbert Perfumery Masterclass

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It probably comes as no surprise that we absolutely love perfume here at The Amazing Blog. Everyone has their ‘signature scents’ and favourite fragrance notes. I love to have a variety of perfumes so that I can switch from day to night and summer to winter. But have you ever wondered how perfumes are created and what goes into them? We have found the most wonderful events that can answer all of our fragrance related questions. Karen Gilbert is an author and natural beauty expert who offers perfumery classes and workshops so that you can get an inside look at the world of perfumes.

Karen is offering a 5 day intensive perfumery masterclass from the 9th-13th of September, perfect for perfume enthusiasts. Each day is devoted to a different fragrance family: Citrus, Floral, Chypre, Fougere, Oriental, and Modern Abstracts. You will look at an iconic selection of fragrances from each family, and learn exactly what ingredients create these scents. You will also learn about how to play up the base notes and end up creating your very own fragrance each day! This course is perfect for anyone deeply interested in the world of fragrance, as it is a bit of an investment at £800, but you will have the skill and the knowledge for life. Karen also offers one day and weekend workshops that are less in depth, but more of an overview of the world of perfumes. They cover topics like ‘training your nose’ and ‘practical blending techniques’. These day and weekend courses range between £150 and £350.

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If you are interested in booking one of these perfumery classes with Karen Gilbert, visit her website for all related information and booking. These classes will make a perfect gift for a loved one, or if you are perfume fanatic, this is a lovely treat for yourself.

If you are inspired by Karen to learn more about perfumes, Harrods are currently running masterclasses, talks and consultations with famous perfumers. Christine Nagel will be revealing her new perfume for Jo Malone on Tuesday 3rd September 3pm-5pm, entry will cost £50. Linda Pilkington will be running a perfume making competition where she will pick the best fragrance( winning you a bottle of champagne) on Wednesday 4th September 3pm-5pm, costing £40. On Thursday 5th September at 8pm, Thierry Wasser will be conducting a Q&A session for Guerlain, entry is £40. Finally on Friday 6th September 12pm-4.30pm, Michel Almairac will be giving a talk about the creation of the signature scent for Chloé, entry is £20. If you would like more information about these events and to book, please call 020 7730 1234.

Pairfum

Every so often, us girls at The Amazing Blog get to try products that are unlike anything else on the market. When these opportunities come along we jump at the chance to feature these unique products. And this is the case with the Pairfum Canopy Infusion room diffuser. I'm sure everyone out there has seen some sort of reed diffuser, and as lovely as they are, there don't even come close to the Canopy Infusion diffuser. We have the diffuser in the Trail of White Petals fragrance and we can't imagine how amazing the other scents smell if they're anything like this one! Not only do they fragrance a room beautifully but they look so elegant as well. The diffusers come in a variety of fragrances, so whatever your scent preference, Pairfum is sure to have one to suit you. The Canopy Infusion diffusers are created by coating an air-dried 'seagrave' leaf in a concentrated perfume infusion. This then fragrances the room for up to 4 weeks, when you can replace the diffuser for a new one. The Canopy Infusion diffuser comes with 6 large leaves and are all hand-crafted, meaning each leaf is unique. Even better still, all the packaging is fully biodegradable, meaning every part of your Canopy diffuser is healthy for you and the environment. The Canopy Infusion diffuser is currently taking up residency on top of our cabinets in the office, but this unique diffuser would look great in most decors, and rooms in your house. There are also a ton of different ways you can display your diffuser, we've left it in it's stand, but feel free to get creative with it!

If you're looking for a unique and long-lasting way to scent your space we really recommend having a look at Pairfum's Canopy Infusion diffuser and their selection of home products.

AromaWorks

Most of us like to have some sort of room scent, and there are so many options and scents available nowadays that you can find something to suit you. Whether your preference is a candle, mists or a reed diffuser, there's nothing nicer than walking into a room and being greeted with a subtle scent. So for all your room fragrance needs, The Amazing Blog gives you AromaWorks.

The AromaWorks range consist of 5 scents: Nurture, Serenity, Inspire, Soulful and Yin & Yang. Each fragrance has its own set of candles, diffusers, mists or oils. Unlike a lot of scented candles, the fragrance of an AromaWorks. candle is soft but powerful, they're especially crafted to burn without being overpowering. All of the ranges are created in the UK using organic soy and the best beeswax, they have no additives or chemicals. No two AromaWorks candles are alike - each are poured by hand, so every product is unique each time. Not only do the scents delicately fragrance a room, but they look great almost anywhere. The design of the ranges is sleek and sophisticated, so they make perfect gifts too. The AromaWorks range is designed with the principles of aromatherapy in mind - to enhance not only your room, but your mood, with each different fragrance there's different mood enhancing properties. For the best experience make sure to get a fragrance that's sure to suit the environment you'll be using it in.

So if you're looking for a fragrance that will be great for your room and your mood make sure to get an AromaWorks product. Candles, oils, diffusers, and mists are available to buy on their website.