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Blend top, middle and base notes in a hands-on Tijon workshop just off Marion Square. In two hours you’ll learn scent structure and walk away with a custom 55 ml bottle created by you.
Blend top, middle and base notes in a hands-on Tijon workshop just off Marion Square. In two hours you’ll learn scent structure and walk away with a custom 55 ml bottle created by you.
You step into a bright Charleston storefront a block from Marion Square and the air shifts — not with salt or marsh grass, but with concentrated drops of jasmine, vetiver, and bergamot. Tijon’s Fragrance 101 feels like a small laboratory and salon at once: glass vials line shelves, a perfumer’s scale waits on the counter, and the instructor walks you through top, middle and base notes as if teaching a language.
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Operated by Tijon Charleston · Charleston, South Carolina
You step into a bright Charleston storefront a block from Marion Square and the air shifts — not with salt or marsh grass, but with concentrated drops of jasmine, vetiver, and bergamot. Tijon’s Fragrance 101 feels like a small laboratory and salon at once: glass vials line shelves, a perfumer’s scale waits on the counter, and the instructor walks you through top, middle and base notes as if teaching a language.
The Tijon brand began on the French side of St. Maarten and brought its hands-on fragrance craft to Charleston’s historic shopping district. The class sits comfortably in Lowcountry culture — a mix of European influence and Southern hospitality — while the room’s hardwood floors and bright windows recall downtown Charleston’s 18th- and 19th-century commercial architecture.
You’ll learn the basic chemistry of scent: volatility, longevity and how oils layer. Expect to test dozens of accords, record blends in a perfuming workbook, and refine a formula you’ll receive in a 55 ml bottle at the end. The experience is tactile and sensory-driven rather than academic, suited to curious beginners and scent-savvy travelers alike.
Practical notes: the workshop runs roughly two hours, accommodates up to a dozen guests, and is wheelchair accessible. Arrive on an empty palate — avoid heavy colognes and strong-smelling foods before class — and plan for public-transport or short parking walks in the historic district. Bring a notebook, wear comfortable shoes for standing, and leave room in your bag for a protected bottle. For those looking to take Charleston home in scent form, this workshop is a direct, hands-on way to do it.
easy.
2 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels—mostly standing and light walking within the shop
Yes—each guest leaves with a custom 55 ml bottle of the fragrance they create plus an atomizer and a perfuming workbook.
The activity is family-friendly but bookings require attendee details; minors should be accompanied by an adult and guests should check age requirements when booking.
Yes—Tijon’s Charleston location is wheelchair accessible and the experience is suitable for a range of mobility needs; contact the operator with specific accessibility requests.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled time; same-day cancellations are not refundable.
Tijon started on St. Maarten and brought its atelier-style perfume workshops to Charleston, pairing Caribbean perfumery techniques with a historic Lowcountry retail setting.
Tijon emphasizes small-batch blending and often offers refill options; whenever possible, favor refill programs and dispose of packaging responsibly to reduce waste.
Tijon Charleston operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step into a bright Charleston storefront a block from Marion Square and the air shifts — not with salt or marsh grass, but with concentrated drops of jasmine, vetiver, and bergamot. Tijon’s Fragrance 101 feels like a small laboratory and salon at once: glass vials line shelves, a perfumer’s scale waits on the counter, and the instructor walks you through top, middle and base notes as if teaching a language.
You step into a bright Charleston storefront a block from Marion Square and the air shifts — not with salt or marsh grass, but with concentrated drops of jasmine, vetiver, and bergamot. Tijon’s Fragrance 101 feels like a small laboratory and salon at once: glass vials line shelves, a perfumer’s scale waits on the counter, and the instructor walks you through top, middle and base notes as if teaching a language.
The Tijon brand began on the French side of St. Maarten and brought its hands-on fragrance craft to Charleston’s historic shopping district. The class sits comfortably in Lowcountry culture — a mix of European influence and Southern hospitality — while the room’s hardwood floors and bright windows recall downtown Charleston’s 18th- and 19th-century commercial architecture.
You’ll learn the basic chemistry of scent: volatility, longevity and how oils layer. Expect to test dozens of accords, record blends in a perfuming workbook, and refine a formula you’ll receive in a 55 ml bottle at the end. The experience is tactile and sensory-driven rather than academic, suited to curious beginners and scent-savvy travelers alike.
Practical notes: the workshop runs roughly two hours, accommodates up to a dozen guests, and is wheelchair accessible. Arrive on an empty palate — avoid heavy colognes and strong-smelling foods before class — and plan for public-transport or short parking walks in the historic district. Bring a notebook, wear comfortable shoes for standing, and leave room in your bag for a protected bottle. For those looking to take Charleston home in scent form, this workshop is a direct, hands-on way to do it.