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Solid perfume has been around since the early years of perfumery. In fact, English women had used it as pomanders--perfume in containers used as pendants. "Through the years, liquid perfume became more popular and the use of solid perfume slowly declined. But brands like Estee Lauder, Marc Jacobs and L'Occitane still produce these types of perfume," explains Bettina Huang, general manager of Grasse Fragrance Company.

Though cologne and body spray are the preferred forms of perfume in the country because of the hot weather, producers of organic personal care products are now producing solid perfume in a much lower price than the high-end brands'. Huang says the product has a lot of potential as long as it is marketed well.

Solid perfume is light, does not spill, long-wearing and not greasy. It is also alcohol-free, which makes it good for people who have sensitive skin.  Plus, the sweet almond oil ingredient has health benefits. It is known as an effective emollient which improves complexion and adds glow to dull skin. Applying sweet almond oil also provides instant relief from muscle pain.

Entrepreneurs who are already into the business of personal care products or giveaways may add this to their menu. Solid perfume may be packaged as wedding, birthday, debut or anniversary giveaway.

One would roughly need P4,500 to P5,000 to buy the ingredients including the packaging.    

INGREDIENTS and formulation:

• 6g    Beeswax, 40 percent
• 6g    Sweet Almond Oil, 40 percent
• 3g    Fragrance Oil, 20 percent
• 1pc  10g Polypropylene ring container
• 1pc  5g Polypropylene ring container

PROCEDURE:

Step 1: Melt the beeswax in a double boiler.

Step 2: Once the beeswax is 100 percent liquified, add the sweet almond oil.

Step 3: Mix well and add fragrance. To come up with different scents, either experiment or research on good fragrance combinations. Continue stirring until well mixed.

Step 4: Remove from heat and pour in ring containers. Use either a10g-ring or 5g-ring container.

Step 5: Let it cool to solidify.

This project could yield 15 grams of solid perfume or one 10 grams and 5 grams-ring, and costs P35 including the packaging and the overhead costs. Profit margins for this type of products are usually high, around 100 to 150 percent. So a 10 grams solid perfume may be sold for P60 to P150 depending on the target market. Putting premium on solid perfume will give it a high-end perception, however, the packaging must also be elegant or eye-catching.


Tips:

• Use a double boiler in melting the beeswax to avoid scorching. Do not melt the beeswax on direct fire.
• The melting point of beeswax is between 62 ⁰C to 64 ⁰C. Discoloration will occur if the temperature rises to above 85 ⁰C.
• Acrylic jars may be used instead of polypropylene containers, but you have to let the mixture cool off a bit before pouring it in acrylic jars.
• Make the packaging and label chic and elegant. Aside from ring-type containers, jars and other shaped containers may also be used.

For training and supplies, contact:

The Grasse Fragrance Company
Telephone: (02) 890.8269; (02) 232.4071
E-mail: gfcmakati@gmail.com
Website: www.grassefragrance.com