Perfume Workshop by Hyuuga

The appeal here is simple: you get to make a perfume that is yours, not choose one from a shelf. I like the choice of 24 scents across essential and fragrance oils, and I like that the 90-minute session includes two attempts to refine your blend, plus a 5ml mist to take home.

The main caution is the level of guidance. One attendee found the instructor too hands-off and left with a scent they did not like. If you want an expert to steer your choices, ask how much help you can expect before booking, and confirm exactly what your chosen package includes.

What to know before you book

• Two kinds of oil: Blend essential oils and fragrance oils, rather than working with just one type.
• A compact scent menu: Choose from 24 options, including cotton, vanilla, cherry blossom and milk.
• A personal perfume to take home: The package includes one 30ml Eau de Parfum and a 5ml all-over mist of your blend.
• A guided, hands-on session: A professional scent mixologist introduces scent blending and the history of essential oils.
• A calm break on Lavender Street: The workshop is held at Lunì – Scent, Bar & Kitchen, with refreshments and a complimentary tea.
• Check the package details: The stated inclusions do not list a cheese platter, and one attendee reported a disagreement about whether one was included.

A workshop built around making, not shopping

This is a small-scale activity with a clear end product: you leave with a scent you have blended yourself. That makes it a good choice if you enjoy hands-on activities and would rather spend an afternoon creating something than browsing another row of shops.

The workshop runs for 90 minutes. That is enough time to explore a selection of oils and work toward a personal blend, but it is not a long course in perfumery. Think of it as an introduction to scent and a guided creative session, not professional training.

The advertised format includes a scent mixologist, an introduction to the history of essential oils, and time to experiment with your own blend. The exact order of activities is not specified, but you can expect to choose from the available scents, test combinations, and refine the one you like. Two attempts to improve the blend are included, which is useful if your first combination does not quite work.

The promise of guidance is important. Blending can be more challenging than it sounds: a scent you enjoy on its own may not be the one you want to wear when mixed with another. One attendee described receiving too little help and eventually giving up on finding a satisfying blend. If you are new to perfumes, go in ready to ask questions and request suggestions rather than assuming the mixologist will make every decision for you.

Twenty-four scents, two kinds of oil

The choice of both essential and fragrance oils is one of the workshop’s most useful features. It gives you more than one kind of material to work with, though the supplied details do not explain how each oil type differs or what role it plays in the final perfume. Ask the mixologist to explain the options before you start combining them.

There are 24 scents to choose from. Examples include cotton, vanilla, cherry blossom and milk, a mix that suggests options ranging from familiar and soft to floral and sweet. The full scent menu is not provided, so do not book expecting a particular aroma to be available unless you check ahead.

Having a set menu helps make the activity manageable within 90 minutes. You are not faced with an endless wall of choices, but 24 options still leave room to test ideas and find a combination that feels personal. If you already know the kinds of scents you like, bring that preference into the session. If not, you can use the workshop to compare aromas and see which ones appeal to you.

The two included attempts to refine your blend matter. You have a chance to adjust your direction rather than settling immediately on your first idea. Still, a second attempt is not a guarantee that you will love the result. Take time to smell and compare combinations, and tell the mixologist plainly when something is not working.

From blending to a 30ml bottle

The main keepsake is a 30ml personalized Eau de Parfum made from your chosen blend of essential and fragrance oils. It is a practical souvenir: small enough to carry easily, and tied to the activity rather than picked up as a generic gift.

You also receive a 5ml all-over mist of the same blend. That gives you a second format to take home, though the included details do not explain how the mist differs in use from the Eau de Parfum. You can ask the instructor about the distinction during the session.

The workshop includes the ingredients and equipment needed for the activity, so you do not need to bring supplies. It also includes refreshments and one complimentary tea of your choice. These are welcome additions to a creative session, though the exact refreshments are not specified.

Do not assume the package includes food beyond those stated items. One attendee reported expecting a cheese platter and then being told they had booked a different package. The listed Eau de Parfum package includes refreshments and tea, but does not name a cheese platter. Check the final package description carefully if food is part of your reason for booking.

Essential oils and the wellness angle

The mixologist introduces the history of essential oils and the art of scent blending, with a wellness theme that connects the activity to everyday life. That context can add interest to the practical work of choosing and combining aromas. You get more than a bottle-making task, at least in the planned format: there is a chance to learn about the materials as you use them.

Keep the wellness claims in perspective. The experience presents essential oils as part of a wellness practice, but the information provided does not describe medical benefits or promise a therapeutic result. Treat the session as an introduction to scent and its traditions, not a health treatment.

That framing may suit you if you are curious about essential oils but want an accessible, social way to learn. If your main goal is a precise technical lesson about perfume formulation, ask how much time is spent on instruction and how much is devoted to independent experimentation.

The setting at Lunì

The workshop takes place at Lunì – Scent, Bar & Kitchen, at 161 Lavender Street, #01-12, Singapore 338750. The experience is described as a cozy, zen afternoon break. That makes it a possible change of pace after a busy week, especially if you like activities that pair a relaxed setting with something to take home.

The venue is accessible by public transport. Bendemeer MRT station is the nearest train stop named in the details, and bus routes 13, 67, 133, 141 and 145 serve the area. If you are driving, Mercure Hotel carpark is listed as an option.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. The activity is open to participants aged 12 and older, making it a possible outing for a parent or older child who enjoys creative activities. No group-size information is provided, so ask the operator if you need to know how many people will take part at the same time.

Is the price worth it?

The stated starting price is US$84.35, while the package details show an Eau de Parfum Workshop from US$76.69. Those figures do not match, so check the price shown for your date and selected package before paying. The information does not explain the difference.

For the price, you receive a 90-minute workshop, guidance from a scent mixologist, ingredients and equipment, a 30ml Eau de Parfum, a 5ml mist, refreshments and tea. The value depends on what you want from the outing. If you enjoy making things and like the idea of leaving with a personal scent, the materials and take-home products make the cost easier to justify than a simple demonstration would.

If you mainly want a guaranteed perfume you will love, the value is less certain. Your finished blend depends on your choices and on how much help you receive. The one attendee who reported being left to work things out alone had a disappointing result. That is a meaningful warning, even though it does not tell us how every session runs.

The provider, HYUUGA PTE LTD, has an overall good-review rate of 86% across 15 reviews, while the experience itself has a recorded rating of 1 out of 5 from one rating. These figures point in different directions and offer limited evidence about this particular workshop. I would not treat either number as a promise of what your session will be like. Instead, use the detailed package terms and the reported concern about instruction to decide what you need from the experience.

Who is likely to enjoy it?

This workshop is best for you if you like creative, tactile activities and are happy to experiment. It may also suit couples, friends or families with participants aged 12 and up who want an outing with a useful keepsake at the end.

You may be less satisfied if you expect a highly structured lesson, a large choice of perfume ingredients beyond the 24 listed scents, or an instructor who will design the blend for you. The activity is centered on your own choices, and the level of coaching is the point to clarify before booking.

It can also be a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys fragrances. Just remember that a personalized scent is a matter of taste. The recipient will be making the blend, so this is better as a shared activity than as a way to buy someone a ready-made perfume.

Should you book the Hyuuga workshop?

Book it if you want a hands-on scent session, value the chance to test essential and fragrance oils, and like leaving with both a 30ml perfume and a 5ml mist. The tea and refreshments add a comfortable touch, and the 90-minute length fits neatly into an afternoon.

Before paying, confirm the final price, the exact package inclusions and how the mixologist guides participants through blending. That last point is especially important if you are new to perfume-making or want help shaping a specific scent. If the operator can clarify the level of instruction and you are comfortable experimenting, this could be a pleasant, personal souvenir-making activity. If you need a guaranteed result or a formal lesson, consider another workshop.

FAQ

How long does the perfume workshop last?

The Eau de Parfum workshop lasts 90 minutes.

Where is the workshop held?

It takes place at Lunì – Scent, Bar & Kitchen, 161 Lavender Street, #01-12, Singapore 338750.

What age can take part?

Participants must be at least 12 years old.

How many scents can I choose from?

The workshop offers 24 scent options, including cotton, vanilla, cherry blossom and milk.

What do I take home?

The package includes one personalized 30ml Eau de Parfum and one 5ml all-over mist made from your blend.

Are refreshments included?

Yes. Refreshments and one complimentary tea of your choice are included.

How can I get to the venue by public transport?

Bendemeer MRT station, DT23, is the named train option. Bus routes 13, 67, 133, 141 and 145 also serve the area.

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

No. Outside food and drinks are not allowed.

Can I cancel or get a refund?

No. Cancellations and refunds are not available.