The Art and Science of Perfume Making

Perfumes are mixtures of fragrant components, including essential oils and aroma compounds, used since ancient times. The commercial perfume industry began in the 19th century in France. Making perfume involves collecting raw materials, extracting oils, blending scents, and bottling. Perfumes are used on the body and in various products, with applications in aromatherapy to reduce stress and evoke memories.

What are the main components that make up a perfume?

• Chemical compounds only

• Fragrant components, fixatives, and solvents

• Water and alcohol

• Only essential oils

Which civilization is known to have used perfumes in ancient times?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient China

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Rome

What is the primary role of a perfumer in the perfume-making process?

• To market the final product

• To bottle and package the perfume

• To extract oils from raw materials

• To blend fragrant components into a unique scent

What is the most common method of extracting fragrant components from raw materials?

• Evaporation

• Fermentation

• Distillation or using a solvent

• Filtration

How can fragrances be beneficial in aromatherapy?

• They can improve vision

• They can help ease stress and alter moods

• They can increase appetite

• They can enhance hearing