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Scents & Sensibilities: Creating Solid Perfumes for WellBeing,Used
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Delve into the world of natural aromas and discover their profound effect on emotional wellbeing, from relieving stress to enhancing sensuality. Renowned perfumer Mandy Aftel shares everything you need to know to create personalized handmade solid perfumes. Aftel has created custom scents for top celebrities like Kate Hudson and Madonna, and has been featured in magazines such as Vogue, O and Vanity Fair. She explains the science of 'top,' 'middle,' and 'base' notes, and discusses the subtleties of fragrances that will unlock the secrets to finding the perfect perfume for every individual.Stepbystep instructions along with helpful photographs make this book simple and easy to use, and explain basic equipment necessary for getting started, such as beeswax, a hot plate, and a grater. Aftel also tells how to pick the right containers to store scents, from vintage boxes to jars.'Smelling her extraordinary collection of oils took me to beautiful placesthe fragrance that Aftel blended exclusively for me is full of citrus and herbal fragrances that complement my culinary life.'Alice Waters, owner of Chez Panisse restaurant in Berkeley.Mandy Aftel is the founder of Aftelier, through which she creates oneofakind perfumes for individuals and private labels. Ms. Aftel is also a counselor and the author of three previous books, including Essence and Alchemy. She lives in Berkeley, California. Her website can be found at www.aftelier.com.
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- Q: What is 'Scents & Sensibilities' about? A: 'Scents & Sensibilities: Creating Solid Perfumes for Well-Being' delves into the world of natural aromas and their impact on emotional well-being. The book provides guidance on creating personalized handmade solid perfumes, along with insights from renowned perfumer Mandy Aftel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Scents & Sensibilities' is Mandy Aftel, a well-known perfumer who has created custom scents for celebrities and has extensive experience in the field of fragrance.
- Q: What are the main topics covered in the book? A: The book covers the science of fragrance creation, including the roles of 'top,' 'middle,' and 'base' notes, as well as step-by-step instructions for making solid perfumes and choosing the right materials and containers.
- Q: What materials do I need to start making solid perfumes? A: You'll need basic equipment such as beeswax, a hot plate, and a grater, as well as containers for storing your scents, which can include vintage boxes or jars.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'Scents & Sensibilities' is designed to be user-friendly, with clear step-by-step instructions and photographs to guide beginners through the process of creating solid perfumes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Scents & Sensibilities' has a total of 96 pages, providing a concise yet informative exploration of solid perfume creation.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, which provides durability and a professional presentation.
- Q: When was 'Scents & Sensibilities' published? A: 'Scents & Sensibilities' was published on May 16, 2005.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it may have some signs of use but is still in satisfactory condition for reading.
- Q: Where can I find more information about Mandy Aftel? A: You can find more information about Mandy Aftel and her work on her website at www.aftelier.com.