Dear NPA Community,
We’re thrilled to bring you the latest news from the Natural Perfume Academy! This month, we have some exciting updates, including new additions to the NPA Collective and the announcement of our Sweet Sixteenth Video Competition winner.
Explore the NPA Collective – What’s New?
Have you checked out the NPA Collective lately? Our artisan marketplace is growing, and we’re excited to share what’s in store!
Here’s a sneak peek at some of the exquisite natural products you’ll find:
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The Scented Djinn by Justine Crane: Justine has added some beautiful offerings to her store, including a luxurious natural face serum that’s perfect for pampering your skin. You’ll also find some stunning bottles that are not only functional but collectible!
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Ruth's Surplus Store: I’ve just listed two rare, vintage Jasmine concretes—Jasmine Sambac Concrete and Jasmine Grandiflorum Concrete—both rich in scent and perfect for natural perfume creations. I’m also offering single-source Copaiba Balsam, a truly exquisite, ethically harvested balsam with sandalwood-like notes.
Curious? Join us at NPA Collective, where our graduates and artisans have the opportunity to showcase the best of natural perfumery, such as unique ingredients, handcrafted creations, and more!
Announcing Our Sweet Sixteenth Winner!
We are proud to announce that Juliana @arque.cosmetica, based in Brazil, is the winner of our Sweet Sixteenth Video Competition! Her stunning video, now featured on our YouTube channel, took us deep into the beauty of the Brazilian rainforest, where she creates her natural perfumes using ethically sourced, native ingredients. 🌸✨
🎥 Watch the video here:
🌿 Julian’s journey with @arque.cosmetica
From Our Blog: Natural Perfumes – Ghosts and Grief
We invite you to explore our latest blog post, "Natural Perfumes – Ghosts and Grief," a reflective piece on using natural perfumes as a way to honor and remember those we've lost. The blog delves into the powerful connection between scent and memory, and the role of natural botanicals in rituals for the departed.
📖 Read the full post here: Natural Perfumes – Ghosts and Grief
Join the NPA Collective
Whether you’re a graduate looking to share your creations or someone interested in diving deeper into the world of natural perfumery, we’d love for you to be part of our growing community. Don’t forget that our CPD-Certified Natural Botanical Perfumery Courses are open for enrolment!
We look forward to seeing you in the NPA Collective and continuing to share this aromatic journey with all of you.
Warm regards,
Ruth Ruane
NPA Administrator