IlluminatedPerfume's Profile

Bio

{ About Roxana }

Roxana’s passion for the planet, it’s resources and gifts is evident in her life as an artist - both in the visual and aromatic arenas. Born in Buenos Aires Argentina she grew up in Los Angeles, California. Roxana traveled back to Argentina twice a year to visit her large extended family. Upon receiving a BFA in Communication Design from Otis Parsons in downtown Los Angeles, Roxana moved to New York and began work as a freelance illustrator in the world of publishing.

After the birth of her daughter, she studied Aromatherapy formerly learning the miraculous powers inherent in the plant kingdom. Blending the knowledge of nature with a loving art spirit,
Roxana now creates perfumes that reflect a healing modality whilst celebrating the individual. Currently her studio and home our located in the Santa Monica Mountains where she resides with her family. Roxana melds her love of nature into an authentic self-expression as an artist working in several mediums honoring the botanical world.

{ Education }

BFA in Communication Design from Otis Art Institute of California
Certificate of Aromatherapy from The East West School of Aromatic and Herbals Studies
Botanical Perfume training has developed through self study and independent study with a variety of teachers.
Upon graduating from Otis, Roxana was asked to teach at Otis Art Institute. She taught illustration classes at her alma mater until the mid to late nineties. At this time Roxana began teaching the virtues of the aromatic world. She now teaches regularly at the Massage School of Santa Monica and small and private classes on Botanical Perfume.

{The Buzz}

+ Praise for Sierra Solid Gold at The Frisky Blog http://tinyurl.com/ktonro

+ Q is featured at the Examiner.com - USA
http://tinyurl.com/lxofv2

+ Article from the Topanga Messenger: The Oaky Scent of Philanthropy: http://tinyurl.com/yjmr4al

+ Lyra Liquid at The Pink Room + http://sashahalima.com/blog/?p=5167

In June of 2007 Roxana was the keynote speaker at the Ojai Lavender Festival. On October 11, 2008, Roxana was the headline presenter at the luncheon for Fashion Fragrance West. At the Sniffapalooza Fall Ball on October 25th, 2008, Roxana presented a visual and aromatic display to all the attendees at the luncheon.
She continues to speak and teach regularly. To find out about our most recent events we recommend you read the Journal and subscribe to the monthly newsletter.

+ Fragrance Bouquet +
http://fragrancebouquet.blogspot.com/2008/12/aurora-by-roxana-villa-perfume-review.html

http://fragrancebouquet.blogspot.com/2008/12/vespertina-by-roxana-villa-perfume.html

+ Perfume Shrine
http://perfumeshrine.blogspot.com/2008/09/roxana-villa-of-illuminated-perfume.html

http://perfumeshrine.blogspot.com/2008/09/roxana-villa-of-illuminated-perfume.html

http://perfumeshrine.blogspot.com/2009/08/praise-for-sierra-solid-gold-by-roxana.html

+ The Perfume Critic
Vera Review:
http://perfumecritic.com/joomla2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=342&Itemid=60

Creating Chaparral:
http://perfumecritic.com/joomla2/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=405&Itemid=1

+ Memory and Desire
Perfume in a Poem Project
http://memoryanddesire.typepad.com/blog/2008/03/roxana-villa.html
Entirely Green
http://memoryanddesire.typepad.com/blog/2008/05/entirely-green.html
Impressions of Peace
http://memoryanddesire.typepad.com/blog/2009/09/peace.html#more

+ Perfume Smellin’ Things
http://perfumesmellinthings.blogspot.com/2008/10/roxana-illuminated-perfumesand-give.html
"Q"
http://perfumesmellinthings.blogspot.com/2009/05/roxana-illuminated-perfume-q.html
Impressions of Peace: Peace Pipe
http://perfumesmellinthings.blogspot.com/search?q=peace+pipe
VESPERTINA: Perfume, Art & Music
http://perfumesmellinthings.blogspot.com/2009/11/visions-of-vespertina-lessons-in.html
PHOENIX MYSTER Review by Tom at Perfume Smellin' Things: http://tinyurl.com/yhyfauq

+ Scent Hive
Lyra
http://scenthive.wordpress.com/2009/04/26/roxana-illuminated-perfume-lyra/
Vespertina
http://scenthive.wordpress.com/2009/04/15/roxana-illuminated-perfume-vespertina-giveaway/
Impressions of Peace
http://tinyurl.com/klkvap

+ The Non-Blonde +
Part One
http://thenonblonde.blogspot.com/2009/04/roxana-illuminated-perfume-part-1.html
Part Two
http://thenonblonde.blogspot.com/2009/04/roxana-illuminated-perfume-part-2.html
Impressions of Peace
http://thenonblonde.blogspot.com/2009/09/impressions-of-peace.html

+ Indie Perfumes
Rosa & Sierra
http://indieperfumes.blogspot.com/2009/05/roxana-illuminated-perfume-rosa-sierra.html
Impressions of Peace
http://indieperfumes.blogspot.com/2009/09/peace-roxana-illuminated-perfume.html

Read more at the journal:
http://Journal.IlluminatedPerfume.com

{ Apothecary }

Perfumes created from the highest-grade botanical materials; including pure essences sourced from the deserts of Arabia, tropical forests of Madagascar as well as Mediterranean meadows.
In the tradition of alchemists and perfumers of ancient times, Roxana creates an illuminated line of exclusive, signature fragrances along with extraordinary custom perfumes. Every fragrance is created in small batches by hand and resonates with a deep connection to the land, utilizing intoxicating scents drawn from the botanical world.
Eco-luxe perfume.
Liquid Perfumes are created utilizing organic grape and organic grain alcohol. We create numerous accords of pure essential oils, absolutes, concretes, and co2 extractions. We create our own tinctures and infusions. We seek out and utilize as much organic material as possible. Some of the plant material we harvest for our tinctures and infusions is organic and wildcrafted.

{ Philosophy + Sustainable, Green Perfumes }

Roxana Illuminated Perfume is a consciousness business incorporating the innovative ideas of Social Coop Entrepreneurs as well as Sustainability. We prefer to speak about what we are and do as compared to what we don’t do or add. However, due to current consciousness and business standards we have added the don'ts at the end. The perfumes in Roxana’s line are created using whole essences from the botanical world. Fresh materials are hand selected – then processed using mindfulness and intention. Occasionally we incorporate materials from the sea and or bee kingdoms. During each part of the creation, we support farmers and distillers who practice holistic principals. We choose to work with organizations and individuals who understand the spiritual dynamics of agriculture.

Each perfume will soon be associated with a specific foundation.
For example, the perfume “Q” is affiliated with the California Oak Foundation, which receives a percentage of profits whenever a 1/4 oz liquid perfume is sold.
+ We use recyclable materials in our packaging and re-use & recycle packaging .
+ Our printed materials are created locally using soy based ink, our hand detailed boxes are re-usable and/or recyclable.
+ Our reusable and/or recyclable solid perfume compacts are made in the USA.
+ The handmade crochet pouches are created here in California using cotton or vintage thread.
+ ALL our perfumes are free of: phthalates, sulfates, synthetic aroma chemicals, petroleum, artificial colorants nature identicals, isolates, etc. As stated above we use materials from the plant kingdom.
+ We do not test on animals, ALL our perfumes are cruelty free, as stated above the only animal ingredients we occasionally use are from the sea and or bee kingdoms.
+We will continue to cultivate our business practice with the intention of shifting consciousness and illuminating greater awareness of ones self as well as our lovely blue planet.

On our journal we have an informative article defining botanical perfume at this link:
http://journal.illuminatedperfume.com/2009/02/botanical-perfume-defined.html


{ MORE }

Here at my outpost on Etsy you will find the largest selection of our liquid and solid perfumes, jewelry and gift sets.

My mother and daughter have a shop here at Etsy as well, it is called Two Knit: http://www.twoknit.etsy.com

My husband, Greg Spalenka has two shops here on Etsy, one for older his illustration work: http://www.spalenka.art.etsy.com
and one with more recent imagery: http://www.spalenka.etsy.com
and on his website: http://www.spalenka.com/

My mother (Martha) and daughter (Eve) and I are featured in the Etsy Blog!
http://www.etsy.com/storque/handmade-life/mother-daughter-grandmother-shops-crocheting-the-generation--3750/

Here at Etsy I belong to three street teams:
Etsy Green and Clean Guild, EGCG:
http://egcgswag.blogspot.com/
Etsy HoneyBee Helpers:
http://etsyhoneybeehelpers.ning.com/
and EcoEtsy:
http://ecoetsy.blogspot.com/

You can see my visual artwork on my
Website:
http://www.roxanavilla.com/
at my Visual Art Blog:
http://roxanavilla.blogspot.com
and here at Etsy:
http://www.roxanavilla.etsy.com

When I am not creating visual or aromatic art I am either doing yoga, in the garden or spending time with my beautiful daughter and loving husband.

{ VISUALS & MUSIC }

The music and most of the imagery is created by the award winning concept artist Greg Spalenka. His gorgeous imagery illuminated each of our perfumes.

Visit Greg Spalenka on his etsy site:
http://www.spalenka.etsy.com/
http://www.spalenkaart.etsy.com/
and his website:
http://www.spalenka.com/

{ JEWELRY }

I currently work in collaboration with a few creators of artisan jewelry.
Lori Patton creates small iconic pendants of our illuminations and is now creating necklaces with our solid perfume lockets. Find her here at Etsy: www.heartworksbylori.etsy.com

Nicole of Lillyella is another wonderous creatrix of beauty, she also produces stunning necklaces with our solid perfume lockets. Find her here at Etsy:
www.lillyella.etsy.com

Artists Ilsa and Suzanne in Holland have just joined the tribe with their glorious handcrafted Green Lady pendants.
Visit Ilsa and Suzanne at their website:
http://www.ilsespuijbroek.com/home.html

I am blessed to be in the company of such brilliant creators who facilitate in bringing our vision into the world.


{ Payment Info }

+ Payment must be received within 3 to 5 days after purchase.

+ We prefer you use Paypal. If you don't have PayPal account, no worries, see info below.

+ Credit/Debit Card to purchase:

Payments via Visa or Master Card are accepted. No need to have a PayPal account in order to make a purchase.

When making a purchase on Etsy, click the Paypal option during checkout. Once the order is submitted, click the "Pay Now" button. This will take you to a separate PayPal window. On the left you will see in bold text "Don't have a PayPal Account?" This is the option to pay with credit or debit card without having to sign up for a Paypal.

{ Shipping }

I ship orders via USPS First Class Mail with delivery confirmation or Priority Mail. Unless otherwise directed by the buyer. For rush orders I can send via Federal Express. For example an overnight package within California via Federal Express is approximately $6.50. If that is your desire I can create a special listing for you, just ask.

International customers:
I ship items to other countries with insurance. If you do not want to pay for insurance I can accommodate you. However, I then cannot guarantee your item and thus will not replace an item if it never arrives at the destination or arrives damaged.
In the past I have sent product to Germany, Japan, Greece, Holland and Denmark without any challenges or need for insurance. Argentina and Italy are another story!

{ Gift Purchases }

I am happy to send item’s as a gift from you. Please provide me with the address of the recipient and any special message that you would like sent along with the item. Contact me via e-mail, a convo or by phone.

Thank you for reading, happy sniffing!

Female, Born on August 16

Favorite Materials

Essential oils, Absolutes, C02 extractions, Cistus, Tuberose, Jasmine, Orris Root, Orange Blossom, Barks, Resins, Roots, Flowers, Beeswax