Reykjavik: Natural Icelandic Fragrance Creation Workshop

Capital Region of Iceland, Reykjavik



Discover the secrets of Icelandic perfumery in a hands-on workshop in Reykjavik. Learn the art of blending and balance, and craft your own bespoke perfume using native ingredients.

Craft Your Own Icelandic Perfume Workshop in Reykjavik

This hands-on workshop in Reykjavik suits anyone interested in Icelandic scents and natural perfumery techniques.

Description

Step into Ilmur & Sjór, founded in winter 2023 by composer and scent alchemist Nicholas Brittain Shaber, and explore Iceland’s landscapes through fragrance. This session offers a practical introduction to Icelandic perfumery, using wild botanicals, volcanic soil, smoky birch, arctic herbs, and mineral-rich earth.

Learn the art of blending and balance to craft a bespoke perfume that reflects Iceland’s natural environment. The workshop invites curiosity and creativity, leaving you with a personal fragrance inspired by Iceland’s elemental soul.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in Icelandic perfumery and native scents
  • Learn blending techniques with native Icelandic ingredients
  • Craft a bespoke perfume using wild botanicals and volcanic soil
  • Discover the secrets of Icelandic perfumery from mossy highlands to herbs
  • Take home a unique fragrance capturing the essence of Iceland

Includes

  • Hands-on guidance in natural perfume blending
  • Access to rare Icelandic ingredients and essential oils
  • Education on how top, heart, and base Icelandic scent notes interact
  • A custom 10ml bottle of perfume crafted during the workshop
  • A 10ml travel-sized perfume from Ilmur & Sjór’s signature collection

Excludes

Please bring water and optionally a snack to maintain your creativity during the session.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book your workshop to experience Icelandic scent crafting firsthand. Morning or early afternoon sessions are best for focus and energy. Wear comfortable clothes and bring your curiosity.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is a hands-on workshop in Reykjavik where participants learn to create bespoke perfumes using Icelandic natural ingredients such as wild botanicals and volcanic soil.
The workshop is held at Ilmur & Sjór, a studio founded by scent alchemist Nicholas Brittain Shaber in Reykjavik.
Anyone interested in Icelandic scents and natural perfumery techniques can join the workshop regardless of previous experience.
Workshop durations vary; check the website for current session lengths and schedules.
Participants use wild botanicals, smoky birch, arctic herbs, volcanic soil, and mineral-rich earth native to Iceland.
Yes, the bespoke perfumes crafted reflect natural Icelandic elements and are designed for personal use.
No materials are needed; all ingredients and tools are provided on site in Reykjavik.
Yes, bookings can be made online to secure your place in advance.
Ilmur & Sjór was founded in winter 2023 by Nicholas Brittain Shaber in Reykjavik.
Yes, the workshop welcomes individual participants as well as small groups; check availability online.

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