IlluminatedPerfume

Botanical Perfume, Organic, Sustainable and Natural

Los Angeles, California · 7975 Sales

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IlluminatedPerfume

Botanical Perfume, Organic, Sustainable and Natural

Los Angeles, California 7975 Sales On Etsy since 2008

(3918)

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Roxana

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IlluminatedPerfume is taking a short break

Note from shop owner Welcome, I am a devotee of nature, hand crafting plant perfumes. Currently I am in the midst of renovating our mid-century modern house here in Los Angeles and getting ready to move. I do plan on re-opening, although not sure when. Thank you for visiting and your interest in true botanical pure fumes. Follow me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illuminatedperfume/ and read more about my work at the illuminated perfume journal: http://journal.illuminatedperfume.com/

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Last updated on Jun 6, 2017

Welcome, I am a devotee of nature, hand crafting plant perfumes. Currently I am in the midst of renovating our mid-century modern house here in Los Angeles and getting ready to move. I do plan on re-opening, although not sure when. Thank you for visiting and your interest in true botanical pure fumes. Follow me on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/illuminatedperfume/ and read more about my work at the illuminated perfume journal: http://journal.illuminatedperfume.com/

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Kat Sanchez on Jun 15, 2017

I'm so in love with this cologne and excited for it so be my signature scent this summer while at work and even on the weekends. I enjoy the light and uplifting scent for its aromatic support during work hours, keeps one focused and cheery and is nowhere near overwhelming like the other synthetic scents sharing the meeting room, tehehehe. So grateful for Roxana's botanical craft and for her stellar customer service.

Blossom Cologne - Refreshing, light, botanical perfume tonic featuring the equation of herb + citrus - Organic, uplifting, Neroli fragrance

careyrowe1 on Jun 6, 2017

Such a beautiful unique scent :) Awesome customer service and fast shipping!!! Thankyou :)

To Bee Natural Eau de Parfum, 4 grams - A sweet warm scent inspired by my thriving hive of thousands of feral bees working as a collective

SACHIKO DAFTER on Jun 5, 2017

Thank you very much for sending the lovely item with the sample. Beautiful packaging as always. Appreciate your kind help! :)

Floral Tapestry Natural Perfume Locket with Antique finish, Romantic engraved pendant, Boho Victorian Locket, Antique Brass Long Necklace

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1 year

Trending in the garden of pure fumes...jasmine sambac!

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Cimbalom Solid Natural Perfume Round Tin - Hawaiian Jasmine, Patchouli and Amber - Organic, Botanical, Exotic Pikake Fragrance

$60.90

1 year

Impromptu has spontaneously become my perfume of the day due to accidental spillage here at the perfumery. Quite fitting to it’s name don’t ya think?! Illuminated image by maestro @GregSpalenka.
#ThereAreNoAccidents

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Impromptu Botanical, Natural Perfume, 2014 edition - A faux leather fragrance with notes of spice, herb and wood - 1 gram in glass vial

$27.00

1 year

Chiaroscuro natural botanical perfume obtained its name from the world of painting. The term comes from Italy, referring to the tonal contrasts suggesting volume and modeling of the subjects depicted. The literal translation of the word is light-dark.

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Solid Natural Perfume Sample Set - Nature fragrance, eco luxe for the naturalist, ideal for those sensitive to synthetics. Little Luxuries

$22.00

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About

The raw materials that go into making my perfumes come from the nature, I use vital essences, many of which are organic.

I graduated with a BFA from Otis when it was in downtown LA. The crown was handmade by Marilyn Neuhart.

The garden, a room within our home and a shop, all in the Santa Monica Mountains of California, are where I create.

As a holistic bee guardian, I care for 2 hives of feral bees which I saved. I use beeswax for the solid, cream perfumes.

Once I have an idea I formulate, make and pour each and every perfume by hand.

Roots and Wings

Roots in aromatherapy and the visual arts give Roxana Illuminated Perfume a unique foundation. Professional training in aromatherapy cultivated the nose and a firm knowledge in healing aromatics. As an award winning artist Roxana brings her gifts of storytelling, conceptual thinking and a strong visual aesthetic to her work in perfume. The two disciples weave seamlessly into an authentic expression of olfactory art.

“The botanical perfumes I create are very concept driven and fabricated by my own hand. In keeping with the spirit of the exquisite handmade artifact, the quarter ounce perfume flacons arrive in a couture crocheted pouch. Each fragrance is illuminated with an image by artist and concept designer Greg Spalenka. All these aspects create an intimate interaction with the beauty of nature. While studying in art school I took classes on bookmaking and letterpress printing. Later when I lived in New York I owned a Van der Cook flat bed Letterpress housed in a brownstone in Greenwich Village. The love of craft is embedded in my artistic psyche. As William Morris, I embrace the primacy of the handmade object and wish to bring that heritage and romance to my fragrance line.”

The video was shot by Brian Oh, in January 2015, at my workshop in Agoura Hills, CA.

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Roxana Villa

Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Alchemist

I live in Southern California where I care for a garden of native plants in our yard, tropicals in pots and my family. I am a guardian to two hives of feral bees. The botanical perfumes I create, by hand, resonate with the vitality of the landscape.
Apis mellifera

Alchemist

The European honey bee is the pollinator, gatherer of nectar and creator of the organic beeswax I use for my perfumes. She is crucially important to the existence of natural perfume. This little feral gal is gathering nectar from a lavender blossom.
Eve Neuhart

Designer

My daughter Eve gives me pointers on trends, evaluates fragrances and helps me out with photos. This photograph is of Eve and was art directed by her. We are currently collaborating on a Sherlock perfume. Eve is an actor, photographer and painter.
Greg Spalenka

Illuminator

My husband, Greg Spalenka, is the illuminator of my fragrances. His poetic imagery is perfect for conveying the romantic mood and old world quality of the perfumes. Greg is an award winning illustrator, concept designer and educator.
Martha Villa

Maker

My mother, Martha, creates the exquisite crochet pouches that house the French flacons and solid perfume compacts. She taught Natalie Wood to crochet, made Charo's knitted dresses & Ali MacGraws hats while working at a boutique in Beverly Hills.

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Last updated on Apr 14, 2016

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Last updated on Apr 14, 2016

Frequently asked questions

Custom and personalized orders

At this time I do not create custom perfumes. I can however customize some orders, contact me with your ideas.

Sizing details

Most items contain the size in the listing, if you need more information feel free to send me a convo or e-mail.

Care instructions

The authentic botanical perfumes I create and handmade with very simple and whole ingredients. If they are not exposed to heat and light, with little exposure to oxygen they will get better with age.

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Most of my items arrived ready to give as a gift, if you have a specific questions or would like a note included feel free to contact me with the details.

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