FAQ

The Parfum Apothecary specialises in fragrance materials used in fragrance blending (perfume, cosmetics, incense), including essential oils, absolutes, resins, aroma molecules, accords and tinctures. Alongside materials, a small range of finished perfumes and educational resources is also offered.

The focus is on providing high-quality materials in small quantities, suitable for learning, experimentation and independent practice.

Products are suitable for professional and independent perfumers, aromatherapists, costmetic formulators, hobbyists, students, incense makers, artists and anyone interested in working more closely with scent.

No formal training is required. Many materials are used by beginners as well as experienced makers, and educational resources are provided to support learning at different stages.

No. While many materials are used in professional perfumery, they are also appropriate for careful experimentation and study.

If you are new to working with fragrance materials, starting with small quantities, kits or foundational materials is recommended.

The range includes both natural materials (such as essential oils, absolutes and resins) and synthetic aroma molecules or accords.

Both are standard in perfumery and incense work. Each product page clearly states the nature of the material being offered.

Some materials are supplied neat, while others are diluted, tinctured or pre-blended for ease of use, stability or safety. This information is always stated on the product page.

All materials are intended as working ingredients and may be further diluted depending on your application.

Yes. These perfumes sit alongside the materials as part of an ongoing exploration of scent and serve as both wearable fragrance and practical reference.

Yes. Perfume kits, guides and written resources are available to support hands-on learning and a deeper understanding of scent.

Educational offerings are designed to encourage experimentation rather than prescribe fixed outcomes.

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Orders are typically dispatched within the timeframe stated on the website at the time of purchase. As this is a small studio, occasional delays may occur during busy periods.

Tracking information is provided where available.

Yes. Orders are shipped within Australia and internationally.

Shipping options, costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout. International customers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes or import charges required by their country.

A full list of all of our shipping areas can be found here.

If your country or region is not mentioned, please feel free to reach out to see if we can work out the details.

Due to the nature of fragrance materials, returns are generally not accepted once items have been opened or used.

If an item arrives damaged, faulty or incorrect, please contact us promptly so the issue can be resolved.

If you need to change or cancel an order, please contact us as soon as possible. Once an order has been packed or dispatched, changes may not be possible.