Natural Perfumes by JoAnne Bassett

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Valentine’s Day Natural Perfume Gifts

January 29th, 2025 by

The most popular Natural Perfume gift has been my Perfume Kits. The DIY Perfume Kit is the largest one and is for a woman or man who has an interest in blending essential oils to make candles and bodycare products. This DIY Perfume Kit has also helped many people start a perfume business.  It has everything you need to begin.

Some people use this perfume kit for a perfume party for 25 people or less and has 35 essential oils to choose from.  It has This Perfume Kit will make a great gift and will be sure to please.

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Another great Valentine’s Day Gift is the Create Your Own Perfume – Party Edition.

This perfume kit is a smaller kit and can be used for a perfume party for 20 people or less.  It has 15 essential oils to choose from and is appropriate for younger people like tweens.

This year instead of buying a bouquet of roses or flowers… how about a natural perfume containing real rose otto and real floral oils from the flowers themselves.  We are talking about natural exotic essential oils and absolutes.

One of my all time favorite is Luscious Roses parfum in organic jojoba oil.  This exquisite parfum has 6 different roses and is the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift. A gift of love that will open your heart, heal your heart, help you receive and give love more freely and love yourself more.  Self love is so important.  How can you love anyone if you do not first love yourself. Give yourself this gift of roses today.  You are worth it!

Empowering women and men has been a mission of mine.  Many of us grew up in a dysfunctional home.  Our Mothers did not have the capacity to love us as we needed to be loved and cared for. They did not receive it themselves growing  up.  So let’s change the story and the DNA of our lineage.  It can start with you.

I put together this First Aid Kit to Empower People.

This kit includes 5 of my favorite natural perfumes I wear all of the time.

The 5 Natural Perfumes are Italian Smoke for grounding, Indulgence for heart opening and self esteem, Timeless for meditation and a general feel good, Josephine for abundance – financial and for all good things, and Contessa for confidence.

Just apply these perfumes when and where on your body you desire!

Order today to make sure your gift arrives in time.  I get pretty busy in the first week of February creating these perfumes and perfume kits.

My website shopping cart appears to be working now.  Some of the pages I removed the shopping cart so if that is the case please send the payment with Venmo.  If you want to email me what you would like to order with your address and phone number, please email at joanne@joannebassett.com

Have a great Valentine’s Day and don’t forget to get yourself something that will make you smile.

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Natural Perfume Workshop Online

January 8th, 2025 by

I am offering a Workshop Online – Creating Natural Perfumes and botanical fragrances that can used in making body care products, and candles. This will be a group workshop using my Natural Perfume Kit.
The online class will be offered on a Saturday afternoon on February 8 or 22.  The times I am considering are 2 pm or 4 pm Eastern time. We could also do it on a Sunday, February 9 or 23 at 2 pm or 4 pm Eastern time.
This price is for a Group Class Online. When you purchase your Perfume Kit and class please email your preferences of date and time.  The 1rst and second choices for date and time. Also what is your choice Skype or Zoom?  Please email me at joanne@joannebassett.com
Natural Perfume Online Class

Together we will smell the 35 essences on a blotter paper and discuss the scent classification and attributes of each essence.

We will discuss top, middle, base notes and define what each essence is. We will learn how long each note will last in a perfume. We will discuss strengths of eau de toilettes, eau de parfums, and parfums.

We will build accords, discuss blending a scent for a purpose or a themed essence, etc. We will discuss creating the scent drop by drop and the bases that can be used.

There will be question and answers throughout the process.

We will be using the esential oils, blotter papers, and information sheets from my Perfume Kit.  You must purchase the Perfume Kit and Perfume Class to be able to attend this class. 

This is a 2 hour class using Skype. You will need to have a Skype account (free) www.Skype.com, a webcam with a headset. We can also use Zoom.com, let me know your preference when you sign up.

Perfume Kit $350.00 and $200.00 for the 2 hour introductory class is $550.00 total.  Pay $550.00 on Venmo – @JoAnne-Bassett-5       

It is payable in advance to reserve your class and receive the perfume kit for the class. My perfume kit is what we use for the workshop and is required.

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How to Verify Natural Perfumes and Identify Authentic Scents

December 31st, 2024 by
The sun was setting over the lavender fields of Provence, painting the sky in hues of gold and violet. A gentle breeze carried the unmistakable aroma of nature’s finest gift: pure, unadulterated perfume. It was a scent that spoke of authenticity, simplicity, and the earth itself. But not all perfumes tell such a story. In today’s world, where synthetic fragrances dominate the shelves, how to verify natural perfumes becomes a question worth asking—and answering.

Natural perfumes have an allure like no other. They whisper secrets of flowers, roots, and resins rather than shouting chemical concoctions. Yet, with clever marketing and misleading labels, it’s easy to fall prey to imposters. Let this guide be your lantern in the fog as we explore how to uncover the truth behind your scents.

The Importance of Knowing How to Verify Natural Perfumes

Imagine standing in a bustling marketplace. Vendors call out their wares, claiming their goods to be genuine. One offers you a bottle labeled “natural perfume.” It smells divine, but can you trust it? The stakes aren’t just about being duped; they’re about your health and connection to nature.

Synthetic fragrances often contain phthalates and other toxic chemicals that can irritate skin or disrupt hormones. True natural perfumes, on the other hand, consist only of botanical extracts and essential oils. By learning how to verify natural perfumes, you ensure that what you wear is safe for both your body and the environment.

Subtle Clues: Reading Labels Like a Detective

The first step in identifying natural perfumes is simple: read the label with care. Authentic brands don’t hide their ingredients—they celebrate them. Look for terms like “essential oil,” “botanical extract,” or “organic.” Avoid products listing vague terms like “fragrance” or “parfum,” which often signal synthetic formulas.

But labels can be tricky; they’re designed to sell a dream. Some companies use words like “natural-inspired” or “nature-identical,” which sound convincing but mean nothing in terms of authenticity. If you see these phrases without a clear ingredient list, walk away.

Trust Your Nose: The Scent Test

Natural perfumes tell stories through their scents—stories that evolve over time. Synthetic fragrances tend to hit you all at once with overpowering notes that remain static. A natural perfume unfolds like chapters in a book: the top notes greet you lightly before fading into heart notes that linger warmly on your skin, eventually settling into deep base notes.

Here’s an experiment: spray a sample on your wrist and wait 15 minutes. Does it change? Does it breathe? If it feels alive and layered, chances are you’ve found something real.

Certifications: The Seal of Approval

When in doubt, look for certifications from trusted organizations like USDA Organic. These seals aren’t just decorative stamps; they’re proof that the product meets strict standards for natural ingredients.

Keep in mind that smaller artisanal brands may not always have these certifications—they can be expensive for small businesses—but they often provide transparency about sourcing and production methods. Don’t hesitate to ask questions; authentic makers love sharing their craft.

Red Flags That Signal Synthetic Scents

– Overly bright colors in liquid form (natural perfumes rarely have neon hues).

– Long ingredient lists filled with unfamiliar chemical names.

– Prices that seem too good to be true (quality comes at a cost).

Conclusion: Trust Nature’s Whisper

In a world where synthetic scents shout from every corner, learning how to verify natural perfumes is an act of quiet rebellion—a way to reconnect with nature’s essence. It’s about more than smelling good; it’s about honoring what’s real.

So next time you pick up a bottle, remember this guide. Be curious, ask questions, trust your senses, and seek out transparency. The journey may take more effort than grabbing the first perfume off the shelf—but when you find that authentic scent, it’ll feel like standing in those lavender fields at sunset once again.

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Selling To The EU and UK ends November 1

October 13th, 2024 by

I am no longer  selling and shipping to EU because the General Product Safety Regulations coming to force on December 13 in the EU. Part of the regulations include the seller has to buy a permit to sell in a country of the EU and maintain a responsible person at $800 a year salary to represent you in that country.  That is more money I have to spend and more hassle and hoops to jump through.

November 1 is the final day I will accept orders to the EU and UK. My ETSY store is already closed to worldwide shipping.

        

To place your final order please go to my website www.joannebassett.com and place your order.  If you have any questions or problems with the shopping cart please send me an email to joanne@joannebassett.com. I can send you a Paypal invoice for you to pay from. Etsy charges me a 10% fee on every order and on every shipping total so I prefer if you purchase on my website and not ETSY. If you do not find some fragrances let me know I have some that are no longer listed.  I have a handful of Sovereign 1 and Sovereign 2 Collections listed on ETSY that are available also.  Some are packaged in Peacock boxes.

       

It has been my pleasure serving many countries for many years and now it is time to simplify my business while I still choose to run this business.  I turned 70 this year and would love to sell my formulas, and my company as soon as possible.  People do love my all natural perfumes with the Divine Light Alchemy I add to them.  It is time for me to focus on my rose bushes and travel.

All the best and thank you for your support.

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