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