Natural Perfume-Making Experiences
Enter the world of natural perfumery with Susan Farber, a perfumer and certified aromatherapist who has been sharing her passion for botanical fragrance on California’s Central Coast since 2017. Explore an exquisite palette of botanical essences, from delicate florals and aromatic woods to warm spices, rich resins, rare absolutes, and Susan’s own specialty blends.
The beauty of natural perfumery lies in the richness and complexity of its aromatic materials. Each essence has its own character and subtle nuances, offering possibilities for fragrances that develop and change as they are worn.
More than a perfume-making class, these immersive 2½–3-hour private group experiences invite guests to experiment with aromatic materials and discover the possibilities of fragrance formulation. With Susan’s guidance, each guest develops and refines a natural perfume to take home.
Whether celebrating a special occasion or sharing a creative experience, Sol Aromatics offers an intimate setting for connection and self-expression. No previous experience is necessary.
Experiences are available at Susan’s Buellton studio or at vacation rentals, wineries, hotels, homes, and workplaces throughout Solvang, Santa Barbara, Montecito, the Santa Ynez Valley, and California’s Central Coast.
Ideal for couples, bridal and bachelorette celebrations, birthdays, girls’ weekends, retreats, and corporate gatherings.
Available October 2026
Potions of Intention
A Seasonal Private Perfume-Making Experience
Explore the connection between scent, creativity, and intention in this immersive natural perfume-making experience. Guests create a personal fragrance from a curated palette of botanical essences and fill a hand-blown pendant bottle to take home as a keepsake.
Perfect for private groups, retreats, bridal celebrations, and special gatherings on California’s Central Coast.
Rooted in Nature. Crafted with Care.
Welcome to Sol Aromatics. SOL stands for the Spiral of Life, an ancient symbol of growth and transformation. It also describes my own path with fragrance.
My love of fragrance began with a perfume kit my mother gave me as a little girl. I would spend hours lost in mixing different scents, and time seemed to stand still. Years later, my life spiraled back to that first passion, and I studied natural perfumery under master perfumers based in California and overseas. Today I create natural perfumes, custom aromatherapy blends, and scent experiences that celebrate the beauty and power of scent: how it brings back memories, stirs emotion, sparks creativity, and anchors you in the present moment.
Whether you're celebrating with friends or learning to ease stress, I hope you leave with a scent you created yourself and a memory you'll treasure.
Susan Farber
Founder, Sol Aromatics
