Dear NPA Community,
We have some incredible updates to share with you! The past few months have been full of new milestones, collaborations, and student successes, and we are thrilled to bring you up to speed.
📣 Big Announcement: NPA Certifies Salomón Murow’s School!
We are proud to officially announce our new collaboration with Salomón Murow’s Parfo Lab, where NPA is certifying and licensing his school. This marks a major step forward in expanding access to high-quality natural perfumery education.
This partnership means that his students will now receive NPA certification, further solidifying our shared commitment to excellence in education and craft.
🏆 Celebrating Graduate Success: Arina Franzén Named Best Perfumer 2024!
NPA graduate Arina Franzén was awarded Best Perfumer 2024 by Stockholm Beauty Week! Arina has also launched signature workshops in Sweden, guiding participants through the art of bespoke perfumery.
👉 Read more about Arina’s journey here
🌍 NPA Welcomes Our First Student from Ghana!
We are delighted to welcome our first-ever student from Ghana! This is a monumental moment, not just for NPA but for the global expansion of sustainable natural perfumery. While we respect their privacy and won’t share their name just yet, we couldn’t be more excited about this beautiful connection!
📚 Featured Read: Perfumery and Organized Crime by Nicole Byrd
The world of perfumery has a fascinating hidden history, and Nicole Byrd’s latest article, Perfumery and Organized Crime, explores the dark underbelly of the industry. This must-read for perfumers unveils the secrets behind fragrance counterfeiting, smuggling, and black-market trade.
📜 Enroll Today: Start the NPA Diploma Course for Just €140!
We’re thrilled to remind you that students can start the CPD-Certified NPA Diploma Course today for just €140/month!
✔️ Self-paced learning
✔️ Access to expert mentorship from Justine Crane
✔️ Hands-on experience with authentic natural materials
✔️ Two incredible bonus courses included! 🎁
✨ Bonus 1: Walking the Kyphi Path – A Deep Dive into Incense Making
✨ Bonus 2: Essential Crash Course in Branding & Marketing for Natural Perfumers
👉 Enroll in the English Diploma Course
👉 Enroll in the Portuguese Diploma Course
📦 New Essential Oil Student Kit – The Best Way to Get Started!
We’ve enhanced our materials sourcing process to make it easier for students to get started.
✔️ New Essential Oil Student Kit – Available now from Cher Lynn at Essential Oil Apothecary! This high-quality natural perfumery organ is designed specifically for NPA students and ships from the US.
✔️ Flexible Sourcing Options – Students can purchase the full kit or source materials independently from our trusted suppliers.
🎓 Scholarship Program Coming Soon!
We are currently developing an NPA Scholarship Program to make natural perfumery education more accessible to students from diverse backgrounds. Stay tuned—details will be announced soon!
🎓 New Graduates & Diploma Completions
Congratulations to our latest graduates! 🎉 We are thrilled to celebrate the success of six students who have graduated and received their diploma in 2025. Their dedication, creativity, and mastery of natural perfumery continue to inspire us.
Each graduate’s journey is a testament to the rigor and excellence of the CPD-Certified NPA Diploma Course, and we couldn’t be prouder of their achievements. We look forward to seeing how they bring their unique artistic visions to the world of natural perfumery!
If you’re considering taking the next step in your perfumery journey, you could be next! 🌿✨
📰 Stay Connected & Spread the Word
📌 Follow NPA on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram for updates and inspiration.
📌 Join the Student Forums in The Natural Perfumers Club to connect with fellow perfumers.
📌 Explore the NPA Press Blog for the latest news and features!
We are grateful for each and every one of you and look forward to seeing what the next few months bring!
With fragrant regards,
Ruth Ruane
Administrator, Natural Perfume Academy