The MaxChat Fragrance Podcast

Season 2- Episode 4: Natural Perfumery and ingredients with Mandy Aftel

April 15, 2021 Max Forti Season 2 Episode 4
The MaxChat Fragrance Podcast
Season 2- Episode 4: Natural Perfumery and ingredients with Mandy Aftel
Show Notes

Welcome to another Max Forti chat.
Today I have the pleasure to host and chat with Mandy Aftel, she is an American perfumer. Owner and nose behind the natural perfume line Aftelier as well as the author of nine books, including four books on natural perfumery and a cookbook on essential oils.

Mandy also has a special place called: The Archive  which is the first museum in the United States dedicated to the experience of fragrance, including her collection of one-of-a-kind-antique artifacts. She is a founding advisor of The Institute for Art and Olfaction, which has created the Aftel Award for Handmade Perfume in her honor.

TOPICS

  •  Natural Perfumery
  • Natural vs Synthetics (Myth-busters)
  • Perfume Compounds 
  • The 5 essential essence in notes (the hallmark of perfumery) 
  • Books and great perfume literature 
  • Creative process and bespoke perfumes
  • The Archive Museum (dedicated to perfume)
  • The fun and witty Rapid Fire Session! 


Discover Natural Perfumery and say hello to Mandy Aftel: 
https://www.aftelier.com/

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Enjoy and stay tuned for the upcoming episodes, much more to come!