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What Is an All-Natural Perfume? Exploring Benefits, Key Ingredients, and More

December 31st, 2024 by

The demand for all-natural products has grown significantly in recent years, and perfumes are no exception. Many consumers now seek fragrances that align with their values of sustainability, health-consciousness, and environmental responsibility. But what is an all-natural perfume, and how does it differ from traditional fragrances? This article explores the concept, its benefits, key ingredients, and what to consider when choosing one.

What Is an All-Natural Perfume?

What is an all-natural perfume? At its core, it refers to a fragrance made entirely from naturally sourced ingredients. Unlike conventional perfumes that often contain synthetic, toxic chemicals, all-natural perfumes rely on plant-based extracts, essential oils, and other natural compounds for their scent profiles. These products avoid artificial additives like phthalates, parabens, and synthetic dyes commonly found in mass-produced fragrances.

The term “all-natural” can vary depending on the brand or certification standards. However, it generally implies that every ingredient used comes from nature without chemical processing. This distinction is important for those who prioritize transparency and purity in their personal care products.

Benefits of Choosing All-Natural Perfumes

Switching to all-natural perfumes offers several advantages for both individuals and the environment. Here’s a closer look at some of the key benefits:

1. Avoidance of Synthetic Chemicals

Traditional perfumes often contain synthetic chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin or trigger allergies. All-natural perfumes eliminate these risks by using plant-based ingredients that tend to be gentler on the skin.

2. Eco-Friendly Production

Natural perfumes typically have a lower environmental impact compared to synthetic options. The production process avoids petroleum-based ingredients and minimizes the release of harmful chemicals into the air or water systems.

3. Unique and Subtle Scents

All-natural perfumes often feature complex scent profiles derived from real plants, flowers, spices, and resins. These fragrances tend to be more subtle than synthetic ones, offering a unique sensory experience that evolves over time as the natural ingredients interact with your body chemistry.

4. Support for Sustainable Practices

Many brands that produce all-natural perfumes source their ingredients responsibly, supporting fair trade practices and sustainable farming methods. By choosing these products, consumers contribute to ethical business practices.

Key Ingredients Found in All-Natural Perfumes

Understanding the components of all-natural perfumes can help you make informed decisions when purchasing one. Commonly used ingredients include:

– Essential Oils: These concentrated plant extracts provide the primary fragrance in most natural perfumes. Popular options include lavender, rose otto, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, and citrus oils.

– Absolutes: Similar to essential oils but extracted using different methods, absolutes capture the rich scents of flowers like tuberose or jasmine.

– Resins: Natural resins such as frankincense or myrrh add depth and warmth to perfume blends.

– Carrier Oils: Lightweight oils like jojoba or fractionated coconut oil serve as a base for diluting essential oils while ensuring they remain skin-safe.

– Botanical Extracts: Additional plant-based extracts may be included to enhance scent complexity or provide therapeutic benefits.

These ingredients combine to create layered fragrances without relying on synthetic additives.

How to Choose an All-Natural Perfume

When shopping for an all-natural perfume, consider the following tips:

1. Check Ingredient Labels

Look for transparency in ingredient lists. Brands committed to natural formulations should clearly state what goes into their products. The term fragrance or fragrance oils means they are synthetic perfumes.

2. Research Certifications

Certifications such as USDA Organic or Ecocert can indicate that a product meets specific natural or organic standards.

3. Test Before Buying

Natural perfumes may smell different on your skin compared to how they smell in the bottle due to individual body chemistry. Whenever possible, test a small amount before committing to a purchase.

4. Evaluate Longevity

Keep in mind that natural perfumes may not last as long as synthetic ones because they lack chemical fixatives. Reapplication might be necessary throughout the day.

5. Consider Packaging

Some brands prioritize eco-friendly packaging as part of their commitment to sustainability—a factor worth considering if environmental impact matters to you.

Final Thoughts

For those asking themselves what is an all-natural perfume, it’s clear that these fragrances go beyond just smelling good—they represent a shift toward healthier choices and environmentally conscious living. By embracing all-natural alternatives made from pure botanical ingredients, you can enjoy unique scents while supporting sustainable practices.  You can also avoid unnecessary exposure to synthetic chemicals that are hormone disruptors and more.

Whether you’re new to natural fragrances or looking to expand your collection, understanding their benefits and composition ensures you make thoughtful decisions tailored to your preferences and values.

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Create Your Own Perfume Kit- Party Edition

November 27th, 2024 by

This is my DIY Natural Perfume Kit for $350.00

I recently created a small version of this Natural Perfume Kit.  I call it the Party Edition.  If you do not want to buy the large Perfume Kit with all of the extra essential oils and instructions, you now have a choice.  Many people want to have a Perfume Party for 20 people or less and do not want to spend $350.00 to do so.

I created this small Perfume Kit for the beginner and the people who just want a fun party for less money.  This new Natural Perfume Kit – Party Edition sells for $80.00.

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Create Your Own Natural Perfume with this Perfume Kit for 20 people for a Perfume Party Bar, Bridal Parties, Birthday Parties, Tween Parties – contains age appropriate essential oils,  or for anyone to learn to make perfume.

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This kit contains: 15 – 3 ml amber vials of essential oils, 15 paper blotters – test strips, 15 plastic pipettes, 20 empty 4 ml amber glass vials, 2 oz fractionated coconut oil and an easy to follow instruction sheet. A large Kraft box holds all of the materials.

This Natural Perfume Kit makes a great gift for Him or a gift for Her.  Surprise them for their birthday or the holidays.

You can purchase the Natural Perfume Kits here:

 

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Early Black Friday Sale

November 11th, 2024 by

This beautiful photo is taken of the library at the Biltmore House in Asheville, NC.  This photo smiles Christmas and Holiday celebrations.

We have so much to be thankful for this year!  The Biltmore House was not very much affected by the Hurricane Helene flooding and more.

I decided to run an Early Black Friday Sale this year as I may be very busy over the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday. Please visit my Etsy store to receive 20% off the whole store starting today and ending Monday, November 18. 

Thank you for supporting JoAnne Bassett Natural Perfumes for all of these years.  I really appreciate each and every one of you.

Have a great holiday season.

JoAnne

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The Divine Collection Launched Today

March 6th, 2024 by

The Divine Collection is a collection of 100% natural perfumes. The five distinctive perfumes are Blessings, Divine Guidance, Gratitude, Intention, and Prosperity. These natural fragrances smell like nothing I have ever experienced. Otherworldy… I was working with an extremely high positive vibration. This high energy was off the charts.

Every energetic perfume in this collection made me smile. You must try them all. The Divine Collection – All things Divine!

BLESSINGS: A citrus burst of sunshine. A ray of light captured in a bottle. Wear this natural perfume and feel beyond blessed.
Notes – tangerine, ylang ylang extra, yellow mandarin, key lime, lavender Bulgaria, cedarwood

DIVIINE GUIDANCE: From the Sacred green spikenard to the Holy basil, this perfume resonates with ancient chants. Allow this perfume to “whisper” to you.
Notes – green spikenard, holy basil, hydrodistilled Oman frankincense, wild orange, lemon, basil, spearmint, juniper

GRATITUDE: With a truck load of damask roses and enough jasmine sambac to line your path; your heart will open. Feel the loving gratitude swelling up from within.
Notes – celery seed, combava – Keffir lime, jasmine sambac, Bulgarian rose damask, cardamon, light patchouli, sweet orange

INTENTION: From the first whiff you will feel the smoke rising; clearing the energies. Now is the time to “speak” your intentions into creation.
Notes – nutmeg, balsam fir, lemon, Bulgarian tobacco absolute, elemi, cistus, pink pepper, green mandarin

PROSPERITY: From chocolate to vanilla this sweet concoction will enrich your life. The magnolia is the cherry on the top.
Notes – Royal Green Hojary frankincense, myrrh, vanilla absolute, magnolia, French lavender, tangerine, African sandalwood

These are traditional classic perfumes made with real essential oils and absolutes. No toxic, synthetic fragrance oils! They are all natural eau de perfumes in organic grape alcohol from wine grapes.

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Natural fragrances are not like synthetic, commercial, department store fragrances. They will not last all day. You need to apply the fragrance to your skin or your clothing and re apply them as needed.

They can last from 4 hours to 8 hours or longer depending on the formula and your skin. For extreme self care I ask you to anoint yourself and reapply them. It is like giving yourself a blessing. The perfumes in organic jojoba oil have a higher concentration of the essential oils and absolutes so will last longer than the eau de perfume and eau de toilette in organic grape alcohol.

No synthetics, phthalates, parabens, isolates, or nature identicals.
They are cruelty free with no animal testing.

They are available on my Etsy store.. and I am having a 20% off sale there now to help with the SEO with my store.

The 1 ml samples in an organdy bag are available here.

The 5 ml travel sprayers in an organdy bag are available here.

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Happy International Fragrance Day

March 21st, 2023 by

I have been creating Natural Perfumes for 30 years now.. I started my business Aromaworld, Bassett Aromatherapy, and JoAnne Bassett in 1993. My company name changed over the years and I added products and deleted products also. It morphed from an Aromatherapy company to a Natural Perfume company.

I remade myself many times. Over the years, I have taught perfume classes online and in person with my Perfume Kit, I imported and exported essential oils, electric wooden diffusers, floral waters, many aromatherapy lines I created myself,  my private label lines I created for others, luxury natural perfumes, parfums in hand blown glass bottles in lovely boxes and so much more.  I have sold world wide to celebrities, royals and all as retail perfumes, wholesale perfumes and as a distributor.

I created Custom Perfumes for many people by tapping into their “energy field”.  I no longer create these nor do I give intuitive readings.  All natural perfumes I create I have done Divine Alchemy on them..adding Divine Light to the perfumes to raise the vibrations, adding joy, love and so much more.

My natural perfume store Le Bijou in La Jolla, California was an adventure for a few years.  Clients came to my boutique from all over the world.  It closed in the 2008 with the recession and I moved to the CA desert for a few years.

This photo is of me is in 2011 in Del Mar, Southern California being interviewed by Fragrantica on a patio.

During the 30 years I have lived in 6 different states and have travelled to over 50 countries for business and pleasure. I have been divorced with no children for many years and it allowed me the freedom to live where I want and to travel. I have been able to run my online company from many locations.

My Royal Perfume Collection one ounce eau de parfums and the parfums in French perfume bottles with a dauber.

In 2013 I wrote my Sacred Scents book.  I wrote it to answer the question “Why did I become a Natural Perfumer?”.  It is sold on Amazon. I also wrote chapters in other books.

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Memorial Day Sale on Etsy

May 19th, 2022 by

Can you believe we are in May and the first nice weather holiday is upon us?

Memorial Day weekend is the beginning of camping season and spending more time at the lake.  Hiking, fishing, gardening… and just getting our feet in the grass and our fingers in the dirt. I am enjoying my vegetables and flower plants I started from seed.  My rose collection is growing … almost 40 roses in 2 years since I moved to North Carolina. They are hanging out in pots on my deck until they can move into their permanent home.  It is so much fun bringing in the roses and having them at my desk to waft all day long.

I have had some great offers on my company, my brand JoAnne Bassett. Until I receive the cash in my bank it remains for sale.

There are some beautiful vintage oils still available on my Etsy store under Perfumer’s Corner. These are precious and will keep for many years… I have owned some of these vintage oils since 1999.

My Memorial Day sale is 20% off my whole Etsy store.  It is easiest to have a sale on Etsy.  It starts today May 19 and ends May 30.

Remember all of my natural perfumes have royal and divine alchemy preformed on them. The energetic botanical perfumes smell beautiful and raise your vibrations and align you with your highest self. This will bring you more prosperity, more love, more joy, empowerment,  wonderful connections and miracles daily.

Have fun out there.. and remember Memorial Day is also a time of remembering our loved ones who have passed.  I lost my oldest sister this year .. she always loved flowers so I am sure her family will bring some lovely flowers to her resting place. Such a beautiful tradition.

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Depressed or Suicidal?

January 8th, 2022 by

In the winter season especially in cold climates there are a lot of gray, dreary, rainy days that are very depressing. Some people just want to go back to bed.  With cooler temperatures and going to work in the dark and getting home in the dark when the sun sets at 5:00 pm it seems like you never see the light of day.  There is a condition called SAD – Seasonal affective disorder occurs in climates where there is less sunlight at certain times of the year. Symptoms include fatigue, depression, hopelessness, and social withdrawal.

Depression of any kind can lead to thoughts of suicide.  If a person feels that there is no longer anything to live for after loosing a loved one, loosing a job or other loss it may escalate to suicide.

The last few years many people have expressed hardship, loss on many levels.  Quarantine made many of us lonely, sad, and we were left to sit with our feelings. The chaos of the world and the stress of the unknown have done major damage in some lives. The virus and threat of losing our freedoms with the need of Health Passports and other controls by the government may be the final straw for some.

I have received many perfume orders for my cheerful fragrances such as Liquid Sunshine, Happy, Kiss of GentlenessRadiance  and others. When I lived in the Seattle area for 10 years we were experiencing record rainfall. It was very depressing with gray skies and mist or rain most of the time.  I created Reveiller eau de toilette with St. John’s Wort that is used for depression.  It helped some of my friends at the time.  If you are experiencing any of the symptons like fatigue and social withdrawl get help.  Try some natural perfumes to spray on that are encoded with higher vibrations like peace love and joy.

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Selling My Brand

December 11th, 2021 by

I am now selling my Brand – JoAnne Bassett Perfumes, my entire company and all its assets. Cash sale only.

Thank you for supporting my luxury natural perfumes with alchemy company for many years.

Please send me an email to inquire: joanne@joannebassett.com

Also if you do not want to be on the newsletter list – email list given to the new owner… please unsubscribe at the bottom of the newsletter.

I have many beautiful encoded perfumes, perfume kits, and supplies that will make lovely holiday gifts for your loved ones.  Perfumes Past contains my longest selling natural perfumes.  Please go to my JoAnne Bassett Etsy store for the perfume kits, rare essential oils and supplies, and perfumes not sold on JoAnneBassett.com

I will continue to sell my all natural perfumes on my website and Etsy site until the sale of my brand has completed.  I have a handful of gift boxes left on my website and Etsy site.

Get your orders in early.  The post office is working hard to get the packages to you.. whether that is in the US or elsewhere.  Remember I am on the East Coast of the US now in North Carolina. Please allow for more time for your package to arrive over this busy season.

Have a great holiday season!

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