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BASED

PERFUMERY WORKSHOP IN MADRID, SPAIN

€69,00 EUR
€69,00 EUR
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Create your own signature fragrance in Madrid!

In this 3-hour workshop, you will create your own personal perfume in Madrid through a hands-on, small-group perfumery experience led by a local independent perfumer. Designed for curious minds, travelers, and fragrance lovers, this experience offers an authentic introduction to artisanal and niche perfumery in Europe.

You’ll dive into the creative process of fragrance composition, working with professional materials used by perfumers worldwide, including essential oils and modern aroma molecules. Step by step, you’ll learn how to build accords, experiment with scent combinations, and craft a fragrance that reflects your personal style.

Guided step by step, you’ll learn how to build accords, explore scent combinations, and develop a fragrance that reflects your personal style. Throughout the session, you’ll discover how perfumes are structured and how different notes interact to create a balanced and memorable composition.

By the end of the experience, you’ll take home your own custom-made perfume, bottled and ready to enjoy , a unique souvenir from Madrid and a memorable creative experience.

Perfect for

  • Solo travelers, couples or group of friends
  • Corporate events & team building activities
  • Creative brand activations
  • Sustainable lifestyle experiences
  • Corporate wellness experiences
  • Hen parties & private celebrations

In this perfumery workshop, you'll

  • Explore the fundamentals of perfume creation and olfactory structure.
  • Introduction to natural essential oils, modern aroma molecules and perfume bases.
  • Learn how to build accords, test combinations, and refine your olfactory preferences.

By the end of the session, you will have created and bottled your own bespoke fragrance, ready to take home.

What's included

  • 3-hour workshop in a small group guided by a professional perfumer.
  • Full access to all workshop materials: bottles, pipettes, aroma molecules, essential oils, and professional perfume bases.
  • A 30ml personalized fragrance to take home, finished with a cute label.
  • Sheets and pencil for notes, ideas and perfume formulas.
  • Coffee and tea.

Course level

Suitable for all levels.

No previous experience is needed. Suitable for first-time participants, hobbyists, travelers, and anyone interested in perfume making as a creative craft or future passion.

About Based

Erasmo de la Parra is an independent perfumer with over 15 years of experience. Born in Amsterdam and based in Madrid, he is the founder of BASED.

He personally guides participants through the workshop, sharing his approach to modern European perfumery while helping each guest create a fragrance that reflects their individual style and personality.

Format

In-person | Madrid, Spain.

ESPAC101 | Avenida de Pedro Diez 21 BIS, BASED Unit, Carabanchel, 28019 Madrid.

Languages

Spanish | English

There are specific dates when the workshop is conducted exclusively in English.

Duration

3 hour workshop.

There are 4 monthly workshops:

  • Saturday from 10:00 to 13:00 (spanish)

  • Sunday from  10:00 to 13:00 (english)

If you have scheduling concerns due to travel or other commitments, please contact us to confirm available dates before purchasing.

Vouchers must be redeemed within 12 months of purchase.

Cancellation Policy 

Spaces are limited to keep the experience intimate and personal.

Classes are non-refundable but you can rebook -one time- to a future class, provided you give at least 2 days notice.

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