How to make your own perfume
  • 1. What is the primary ingredient in most perfumes?
A) Carrier Oil
B) Alcohol
C) Water
D) Essential Oil
  • 2. Which type of alcohol is best for perfume making?
A) Isopropyl alcohol
B) Ethanol (perfumer's alcohol)
C) Rubbing alcohol
D) Methanol
  • 3. What is a 'fixative' in perfume making?
A) An ingredient that slows down evaporation
B) The alcohol base
C) A type of essential oil
D) A coloring agent
  • 4. Which is an example of a natural fixative?
A) Synthetic Musk
B) Water
C) Alcohol
D) Benzoin
  • 5. What is a 'top note' in a perfume composition?
A) The first scent you smell
B) The most dominant scent
C) The scent that lasts the longest
D) The scent that binds the other notes
  • 6. Which of these is a common top note?
A) Myrrh
B) Vanilla
C) Lemon
D) Sandalwood
  • 7. What is a 'middle note' in a perfume composition?
A) The initial burst of scent
B) The scent that anchors the perfume
C) The heart of the fragrance
D) The scent that fades the quickest
  • 8. Which of these is a common middle note?
A) Cedarwood
B) Rose
C) Bergamot
D) Grapefruit
  • 9. What is a 'base note' in a perfume composition?
A) The scent that blends the others
B) The first scent you smell
C) The scent that lasts the longest
D) The scent that is the strongest
  • 10. Which of these is a common base note?
A) Orange
B) Vanilla
C) Peppermint
D) Lime
  • 11. What does 'accord' mean in perfume making?
A) A harmonious blend of notes
B) The type of bottle
C) A single fragrance note
D) The amount of alcohol used
  • 12. What is maceration in perfume making?
A) Adding water to the perfume
B) Mixing the alcohol and essential oils
C) Allowing the perfume to age and blend
D) Filtering the perfume
  • 13. What is the recommended percentage of essential oils for an 'Eau de Parfum'?
A) 20-30%
B) 1-3%
C) 15-20%
D) 5-10%
  • 14. What is the recommended percentage of essential oils for an 'Eau de Toilette'?
A) 20-30%
B) 1-3%
C) 15-20%
D) 5-15%
  • 15. What is the purpose of filtering perfume?
A) To make the scent stronger
B) To remove sediment and impurities
C) To dilute the fragrance
D) To add color to the perfume
  • 16. Where should you test a perfume you've created?
A) On your skin
B) In the air
C) On clothing
D) On paper only
  • 17. Why is it important to keep your perfume creation area clean?
A) To make the perfume last longer
B) To comply with regulations
C) To prevent contamination
D) To improve the scent
  • 18. What is the shelf life of homemade perfume generally?
A) Less than 6 months
B) 1-2 years
C) Indefinitely
D) 5-10 years
  • 19. What should you use to accurately measure ingredients?
A) Droppers and graduated cylinders
B) Spoons and cups
C) Your hands
D) Estimations
  • 20. Which of the following is NOT typically considered when formulating a perfume?
A) The target consumer
B) The bottle shape
C) The cost of ingredients
D) The desired fragrance type
  • 21. What does 'olfactory fatigue' refer to?
A) A strong allergic reaction to a scent
B) Becoming desensitized to a scent after prolonged exposure
C) The process of maceration
D) The breakdown of essential oils over time
  • 22. What is the best way to store homemade perfume?
A) In a dark, cool place
B) In direct sunlight
C) At room temperature
D) In a humid environment
  • 23. When creating a perfume, what is the best approach to layering scents?
A) Mix all notes together at once
B) Start with the base notes, then middle, then top
C) Start with the top notes, then middle, then base
D) Layer randomly
  • 24. What is a 'carrier oil' used for when creating perfume?
A) Preserving the scent of essential oils
B) Filtering the perfume
C) Diluting essential oils for topical application
D) Cleaning perfume bottles
  • 25. What is a commonly used carrier oil for perfumes?
A) Jojoba oil
B) Vegetable oil
C) Mineral oil
D) Motor oil
  • 26. What does 'sillage' refer to in perfume terms?
A) The color of a perfume
B) The trail of scent left behind by a perfume
C) The initial scent of a perfume
D) The strength of a perfume
  • 27. Which essential oil is known for its calming and relaxing properties?
A) Lavender
B) Clove
C) Peppermint
D) Lemon
  • 28. Which essential oil is known for its uplifting and energizing properties?
A) Patchouli
B) Sandalwood
C) Orange
D) Cedarwood
  • 29. What safety precautions should be taken when working with essential oils?
A) Ingest small amounts to test for allergies
B) Apply undiluted to skin for best results
C) Mix with bleach for cleaning spills
D) Dilute properly and avoid contact with eyes
  • 30. What is the purpose of adding a small amount of distilled water to a perfume mixture?
A) To change the color of the perfume
B) To help blend the oils and alcohol
C) To increase the strength of the scent
D) To act as a fixative
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