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      Providing education to aspiring natural and botanical perfumers, natural perfume enthusiasts, and entrepreneurs interested in creating and marketing professional natural and botanical perfumes. We are pleased to present engaging online courses dedicated to the study of Natural Perfumery. 

                 

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      "A lodestar for students of natural perfumery."

      Open to enthusiasts with a wholehearted interest in delving into this fascinating art form, our basic perfumery program requires no prior qualifications beyond a genuine passion to learn.

      Tailored for aspiring professionals in Natural Perfumery, and for individuals eager to expand their creative horizons, our courses offer a comprehensive journey from the fundamentals of perfume composition to advanced perfumery concepts.

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NPA Newsletter – April 2025 Edition

by Ruth Ruane -
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🌿 NPA Newsletter – April 2025 Edition

Published on naturalperfumeacademy.com 3rd-April-2025

🎉 Zoe Strantzali’s Nymphea Aromatic Wellness & Course is Now Officially NPA Certified!

We are thrilled to announce that Zoe Strantzali's course, "Intuitive Botanical Perfumery" through Nymphea Aromatic Wellness, has officially been certified by the Natural Perfume Academ and is now featured on our Certified Schools Directory.

Zoe's poetic, nature-connected approach brings a fresh and deeply intuitive energy to our collective — we’re so proud to have her onboard!

🎙️ The NPA Podcast Is Coming

The Natural Perfume Academy Podcast is now in production! Co-hosted by Ruth Ruane and Justine Crane, it will feature:

  • Conversations with NPA Educators and Perfumers
  • Student journeys and Q&As
  • Secrets from Justine’s lab
  • Aromatic walks with Zoe
  • A special guest episode with Cher

Stay tuned for launch details!

🌍 New Scholarship Program Launched

Our seasonal scholarship program has begun, aligning with the solstices and equinoxes.

Each year, four students will receive a 75% kit grant, mentorship, and entry via the Kyphi Course (€80).

🇧🇷 Book Launch & Imersão Experience with Ane Walsh

On April 12–13, our NPA Ambassador to Brazil, Ane Walsh, will be launching her book:

📘 Notas da Perfumista (The Perfumer’s Notes)

This will take place during the Imersão de Aromaterapeutas event hosted by Laszlo, featuring national and international speakers.

Ane will introduce attendees to botanical perfumery with exclusive tips, offer a sensory experience, and host a musical evening and signing session with botanical cocktails!

📚 Moodle Enhancements

  • New support threads added for the Diploma Course and CPD questions
  • Consultation Room nearly ready, with spaces for Certified Natural Perfumers and Custom Clients

🌍 Earth Day is Coming

With Earth Day approaching (April 22), we’re working on some gentle yet meaningful content to honour our commitment to sustainability and the living world of plants. Keep an eye out for ideas and invitations — and if you’re creating something to mark the day, we’d love to hear about it!

📣 What’s Next?

  • 🎙️ Launch of the NPA Podcast
  • 🌍 Earth Day student spotlight or scent blend feature
  • 🌱 More Certified Schools in the pipeline
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