Your perfume starts as a puzzle. In this Paris workshop with ABC du Parfum, you learn how scent notes work and then build three blends yourself with Marina at a small perfume lab setting.

What I love most is the hands-on blending. You’re not just smelling and guessing—you’re guided through how top, heart, and bottom notes behave, and how to steer the result with smart choices. The second big win is the small group size (up to eight), which means you get real back-and-forth and enough time to adjust your mixes instead of rushing through.

One thing to plan around: there’s no food or drinks. With a 1 hour 30 minute session that also includes a stop at the Eiffel Tower, it’s smart to eat beforehand and keep expectations focused on the workshop, not a long sit-down break.

Key highlights you’ll care about

• Three perfume creations to design during the session, not just one
• Top, heart, bottom notes explained with practical methods (including concepts tied to Marina Jung)
• Small group (up to 8) so you can ask questions and tweak your formula
• Take-home reward: one 50-ml bottle of the scent you choose
• English instruction with a teacher (materials and raw ingredients provided)

Paris perfume workshop basics: what makes it feel personal

This is a classic Paris idea done with real structure. You’ll start with scent education, then move fast into making. That combo matters. If you love perfume, you get more than a souvenir; you get a way to understand why a smell works.

The format is also friendly. You’re with a small group of about six to eight. That size keeps the session from turning into a loud demo. Instead, you get to test options, ask questions, and adjust while the teacher is right there helping you decide.

You also get a serious take-home artifact. The included 50-ml bottle plus packaging turns your final choice into something you can actually use. And you’re choosing a scent based on what you crafted—not what some store clerk guessed you’d like.

Learning scent notes like a pro (without the chem lab vibe)

The workshop uses clear perfume concepts that help you stop treating scents like magic. You’ll hear terms like note families, family of perfumes, and the tenacity of different parts of the formula (top, heart, bottom notes). The teacher uses methods created by Marina Jung, and the explanations are aimed at helping you make decisions, not memorize rules.

Here’s how this helps you in plain terms:

• Top notes tend to feel first and fade faster, so they often set your first impression.
• Heart notes show up after the initial wave and shape the main personality.
• Bottom notes linger longer and help a scent hold together over time.

In practice, this means you don’t just pick “smells nice.” You’re guided to build a balanced progression. That’s why the class feels different from sniffing bottles at a shop. You’re designing a sequence.

L’ABC du Parfum: your scent-making starter kit

Your first stop is L’ABC du Parfum. Expect the core lesson here: learning how scent ingredients are organized, how combinations behave, and how to work with a wide range of compositions.

You’ll have access to a big selection—about 50 different compositions to work with—so you’re not limited to a tiny menu. That variety is a gift, because it lets you chase the direction you actually want (floral, airy, deeper, etc.) instead of settling.

This is also where the teacher’s questioning matters. The perfumer will ask you questions to steer you into the scent-creation phase. If you’ve ever struggled to describe what you like in perfume terms, this is the part that helps you translate your taste into choices that work with the formula.

The Eiffel Tower stop: short, sweet, and very Paris

The tour includes a stop at the Eiffel Tower. Since the full experience is about 1 hour 30 minutes, this isn’t likely a long guided sightseeing block. It’s more of a quick Paris moment that breaks up the workshop.

This stop can be useful for two reasons. First, it gives you a chance to reset your nose if you’ve been smelling lots of oils. Second, it’s a natural photo opportunity because you’ll still be carrying the energy of your new project—something fun to pair with a classic landmark.

Plan your time accordingly. If you want a big Eiffel Tower visit, save that for a separate outing. This workshop is still the main event.

What you’ll make: three perfumes, one take-home bottle

The workshop is built around making. You’ll produce three perfumes yourself, with assistance as needed. That’s a key value point: you’ll experiment, not just finalize once.

Then comes the decision. You’ll choose one personally designed scent to take home in the provided 50-ml bottle and its packaging. That bottle is the official souvenir—something you can wear, gift, or keep as a “I made this” memory that doesn’t fade after the trip.

There’s also a fun practical perk: you may be able to reorder your scent if you keep the formula. That matters if you actually love what you created and want it again later.

One more detail that’s worth noting: the workshop also makes a book available. You’ll likely find it helpful for remembering what you selected and how the process worked.

Small-group format and the role of the teacher (Marina)

The teacher is a huge part of why people enjoy this class so much. The experience is set up for one-on-one attention, not a quick assembly-line “make and go.”

With a maximum of eight participants, Marina can take time with each person. And the teaching style is practical: you get guidance while you build your blends, plus encouragement when you’re testing options.

From a value standpoint, this matters because perfume blending isn’t always intuitive. Many people think it’s “just smelling,” but it’s really about balance and timing (top, heart, bottom). The teacher helps you make choices that sound good in your head and smell right in the bottle.

If you’re traveling with a friend, partner, or a teen who likes cologne, this format is especially good. Everyone gets time, and you won’t feel like you’re waiting for the group to catch up.

Price and value: what $118.56 buys you in real terms

At $118.56 per person, this workshop isn’t cheap in the way that a free museum is cheap. But it’s not a random splurge either.

Here’s what’s included, and why it’s part of the value:

• All needed raw materials for blending
• A 50-ml bottle plus packaging for your chosen scent
• An experienced teacher (instruction and guidance during the whole process)

That means you’re paying for the lesson plus the ingredients plus a take-home product. Compare that to buying perfume at a store: you’d pay a lot for a single bottle, and you’d still miss the how-and-why behind the scent.

Also, the session is long enough to be meaningful. About 1 hour 30 minutes gives you time to learn the note logic, try combinations, and end with an actual result you chose—not just something you got lucky with.

If you’re on a tight schedule, it’s still efficient: you get a hands-on Paris experience plus a landmark stop without needing to stitch together multiple activities.

Practical tips before you go (so your nose stays happy)

A perfume workshop is sensory work. A few practical moves can help:

• Eat before you arrive since food and drinks aren’t included.
• If you wear strong fragrance already, consider going light or skipping it so you can judge your blends accurately.
• Be ready to describe your preferences in everyday terms at first. The teacher will translate what you like into note directions.

Also, bring a mindset shift. You’re not searching for a store-bought scent. You’re building one. That helps you enjoy the process, even if you don’t end up with something identical to your favorite fragrance you wear today.

Who should book this (and who might not)

This workshop is a great fit if you:

• Love perfume and want more than shopping
• Enjoy hands-on activities where you can ask questions
• Want a Paris experience that feels personal and creative
• Travel with someone who enjoys scent—romantic partners, teens, or parent-child groups

You might rethink it if you:

• Expect a long sightseeing tour. The Eiffel Tower stop is part of a short, workshop-centered experience.
• Only want a casual, walk-in souvenir. This is structured, scent-focused, and includes education plus making.

In other words: if you’re curious and open-minded about how scent is constructed, you’ll get the most out of it.

Should you book this Paris Create Your Own Perfume Workshop?

If your ideal trip includes learning a craft and leaving with a real product, I think you should book it. The combination of three personal creations, structured note education, and a 50-ml take-home bottle makes it feel like you actually made something—not just attended something.

The small-group size is the quiet hero here. You’re not shouting over a crowd, and Marina has room to help you steer your choices. Add in the option to reorder if you keep the formula, and it becomes more than a one-time souvenir.

Book it when you want a fun, creative afternoon that feels very Paris, but not in a tourist-bus way. It’s a personal experience you can use at home.

FAQ

How long is the perfume workshop?

It lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes.

How many people are in the group?

The experience is limited to a maximum of 8 travelers, and it’s described as a small group of about six to eight people.

Is the workshop offered in English?

Yes, it is offered in English.

What do I take home?

You’ll take home one of your creations in a provided 50-ml bottle with packaging.

Does the price include the materials and teacher?

Yes. All needed raw materials, the teacher, and the bottle/packaging are included.

Are food and drinks included?

No, food and drinks are not included.

Where do I meet and where does it end?

You meet at 7 Rue Vineuse, 75116 Paris, France, and the activity ends back at the meeting point.