BOTANICAL PERFUMERY Private Workshop
WE ARE CURRENTLY ONLY AVAILABLE TO ACCOMMODATE BOOKINGS AFTER AUGUST 1, 2025.
Join me for a journey through scent! We'll explore some of the world's most coveted botanical aromatics that have bewitched humans across the ages. Learn about how these plant aromas are extracted, and how they can benefit our emotional & physical wellbeing. Then weave the materials together into a one-of-a-kind perfume that reflects your personal tastes.
During this workshop, you'll get to play with the herbalist's personal collection of over 30 essential oils, resins & absolutes sourced from around the world. From familiar favorites like Rose, Jasmine & Sandalwood to exotic essences of Labdanum, Benzoin & Oakmoss, our broad botanical palette is sure to delight the senses.
Workshops take 1.5 - 2 hours and can be booked for the afternoon or early evening every day of the week.
Please text Deanna at 808-214-9297 or email team@indigoelixirs.com to inquire about workshop availability. We can confirm your time and date prior to booking.
If you'd like to book for a group larger than 6, please reach out to us directly. We can also bring the workshop to you (or your event) ~ see details here.
If anyone in your party has allergies or sensitivities to specific plants or natural ingredients, please let us know in advance.
All materials will be provided to make a 10ml roll-on vial of an oil blend that can be used as a perfume, beauty oil or topical medicinal. This includes locally grown unrefined oils that will serve as the base and a glass vessel.
We will be working exclusively with pure plant extracts; our collection of both beloved & rare aromatics provide a vast range to suit everyone's personal tastes.
This class is designed to be both interactive & informative, so you'll leave with a basic understanding of the topic in addition to your handcrafted blend.
Private workshops are held at the Indigo Elixirs apothecary in a private residence near Woodlawn Drive, Mānoa, Honolulu. Ample street parking is available and we are just a few minutes walk (up a small hill) from a #6 bus stop. Address & arrival info will be emailed after purchase.
Workshops are led by Deanna Rose Ahigian, L.Ac & Dipl.OM, the founder of Indigo Elixirs and licensed clinical herbalist. Deanna has spent over a decade immersed in botanical formulation & advanced herbal medicine, and is passionate about working with local flora to create formulations imbued with healing & beauty.
Customer Reviews
most perfect manoa evening of my dreams! thanks Deanna for curating such a delightful gathering and experience. you're a wealth of knowledge and bring the most beautiful energy to everything you create. 11/10 recommend anything and everything by this apothecary. you will leave feeling beyond inspired and so revitalized !
This was a meaningful and memorable experience. I’ve been a fan of Indigo Elixirs since 2020, so getting to learn directly from Deanna in her beautiful Mānoa studio felt so special. The peaceful evening shared with other women was a deep dive into herbalism, aromatherapy and the art of handmade. My own handmade perfume is now a prized possession. Deanna’s expertise and joyful guidance added nuance and fun to every step.
Had a lovely time learning about perfumery and essential oils in Deanna’s cozy space! Deanna deep dove into the many processes behind perfumery and thoughtfully guided us through making our own creation. So happy with essential oil blend I created 💗
I had a wonderful time at this perfume workshop — truly an exclusive local gem! The experience was not only creative and relaxing, but also deeply immersive. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming, guiding us through the process with passion and care. I loved learning about the locally sourced ingredients and getting to craft a scent that felt uniquely personal. The peaceful, thoughtfully designed environment made the entire experience even more special. Highly recommended for anyone looking to connect with local culture in a meaningful and memorable way!
My husband and I deeply enjoyed this class. It was something we both really connected over and walked away with a much greater appreciation for our gift of smell and the chance to learn and create something that uniquely expressed each one of us using rare and beautiful plant resins and absolutes! We both appreciated Deanna’s time and efforts to share her love on this matter with us. She deeply loves what she has learned herself and wants to share that with others and it shows!! Highly recommend this class! This will be one for your memory books.