Why Keep a Perfume Journal?
In the world of natural perfumery and aromatherapy, intuition and memory alone will never be enough. No matter how strong your recall or how many times you've blended a formula, the details will inevitably blur. A perfume journal is the most personal and practical tool you can carry on this aromatic path. It acts as your lab notebook, creative diary, and private mentor. Within its pages, your process unfolds: ideas come to life, experiments evolve, errors become teachings, and formulas crystallise into scent.
Whether you’re a passionate beginner blending essential oils at home, a self-taught perfumer navigating your own curriculum, an experienced aromatherapist working with clients, or simply a scent enthusiast, journaling provides a foundation for creative and professional growth. In this guide, we’ll explore how to start and maintain a perfume journal (or several), how to structure your notes, and why the simple act of writing things down can deepen your understanding of scent more than any single book or course.