Nashville: Custom Perfume or Cologne Making Experience

Tijon turns fragrance shopping into a hands-on workshop: you build a scent from a starting blend, adjust it with individual oils, and test three versions on your skin before choosing one to take home. It is a personal souvenir with a practical twist, since your formula is saved for future orders.

I like two things in particular: you get real choice, with about 300 oils to work from, and the process ends with a useful 55 ml bottle rather than just a few tiny samples. I also like that the instructor guides each step, so you do not need to arrive knowing how fragrance is made.

One consideration is the time and the price. Plan for 90 to 150 minutes and $109 per person, and remember that travel, food, and drinks are not included. If you want a quick stop or would rather buy a ready-made scent, this is not the right fit.

What makes this fragrance class worth considering

• Start with 12 premixed blends: Pick a base that appeals to you, then shape it with additional oils.
• Choose from about 300 hand-selected oils: There is room to experiment, though the instructor is there to help you work through the options.
• Test three fragrances on your skin: Compare your samples before deciding which one to bottle.
• Take home more than the main bottle: Your $109 booking includes a 55 ml custom fragrance, an atomizer, French soap, a postcard, a small Tijon fragrance, and a completion certificate.
• Keep your formula on file: Tijon saves your signature formula so you can order it again.
• Work in a small group: Classes are limited to eight people and led in English.

Building a scent from a starting blend

The class begins with Tijon’s Mix & Match method. Rather than face hundreds of oils with no starting point, you first choose from 12 premixed blends. That gives you a base to respond to: you can decide what you like about it, then add other oils to move the scent closer to your own taste.

The collection of approximately 300 hand-selected oils is the heart of the experience. You are not simply picking a finished bottle from a shelf. You are making choices, testing combinations, and shaping a fragrance with help from the instructor. If you are unsure where to begin, the class is instructor-led and assistance is available throughout.

The range of oils sounds exciting, but it could also feel like a lot of choice. The starting blends help keep the process manageable. You do not have to know fragrance terminology or arrive with a formula in mind. The useful approach is to notice what you like as you go and ask for help when you want it.

Tijon describes its work as handcrafted fragrance. The brand’s original location is on the French side of St. Maarten, while this experience takes place in Nashville. That background gives the class a connection to a wider fragrance business, but the main appeal here is direct and local: you make a scent yourself, with an instructor guiding the process.

Testing three samples on your skin

After you have added oils to your chosen base, you create three sample fragrances. You then test them on your skin and choose which one you want to bottle. That final comparison matters. A fragrance you like in the mixing stage is not automatically the one you will want to wear, so having three versions to test gives you a more considered choice.

This is also the point where the workshop shifts from experimenting to deciding. You can compare your samples and select the one that feels right to you. The description does not specify how long you will have to test them, so if you are curious about the timing, ask the shop when you arrive.

The instructor’s role is part of what makes this format approachable. A recent participant singled out the owner’s friendly manner and enthusiasm, and found the process enjoyable, with a result they liked. No guide is named in the activity details, so you should not count on a particular instructor, but the class is led in English and help is available as you work.

What you take home for $109

The main finished product is a 55 ml bottle of your custom perfume or cologne. You also receive an atomizer, a small bottle of Tijon-branded fragrance of your choice, French soap, a custom-designed Tijon Nashville postcard, and a certificate of completion.

The price is $109 per person. That is more than you would pay for a standard bottle of mass-market fragrance, but the cost covers a guided activity and a product made to your preferences, along with several smaller keepsakes. If you value the making process as much as the finished scent, the price is easier to justify. If you only want a bottle of fragrance, a regular shop purchase may be better value.

Your formula is saved in Tijon’s database for reordering later. That is a useful feature if you find a scent you want to keep using. The activity also allows you to make your signature fragrance in other forms, including body lotion, massage oil, hand cream, or a home and linen mist. The details provided do not say whether those options are included in the $109 price, so check with Tijon before treating them as part of your package.

Each bottle is capped by hand to reduce the risk of oxidation. That small production detail fits the handcrafted nature of the activity and offers a practical reason for the careful finish: the bottle is made and sealed with attention, not just handed over as a generic product.

The pace, group size, and practical details

Set aside between 90 and 150 minutes. The range is broad enough that you should avoid scheduling a tight appointment immediately afterward. The exact duration can vary, and starting times depend on availability, so check the options that suit your day before booking.

Classes are limited to eight participants. That is a small group, not a private lesson, but it gives the instructor a manageable number of people to guide. If you are coming with friends or family, you can share the experience while still making your own fragrance.

The activity is wheelchair accessible, and instruction is in English. When you reach the Tijon shop, tell a staff member you are there for the class. Transportation to the shop, food, and drinks are not included, so plan those separately.

Booking is flexible: you can reserve now and pay later, and cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Those terms are helpful if your Nashville plans are still shifting, but they do not change the basic time commitment. Allow room in your schedule to enjoy the mixing and testing rather than rushing through the decisions.

Who will enjoy making a custom fragrance

This class suits you if you enjoy creative, hands-on activities and like the idea of leaving with something made to your taste. It can also work well for a small group looking for an activity that is different from sightseeing or shopping. The finished bottle is personal, and the saved formula makes it more than a one-time novelty.

You do not need experience with perfume or cologne. The premixed blends offer a clear entry point, while the instructor can help as you add oils. If you enjoy comparing options and refining a choice, the three-sample process gives you time to do that.

It is less suited to someone who wants a quick, inexpensive stop or has no interest in fragrance. The class is a substantial part of an afternoon, and the price reflects both the workshop and the take-home items. If you would rather let someone else choose a scent for you, the creative work may feel like effort rather than fun.

Should you book the Tijon class?

Book it if you want to make a fragrance rather than simply buy one, and if you value guided experimentation, a full-size custom bottle, and a formula you can reorder. The small group and instructor-led format make the process approachable, while the range of oils gives you room to make the result personal.

Skip it if your schedule is tight, your budget is focused on low-cost activities, or you are not interested in choosing and testing scents. For the right person, though, this is a memorable Nashville activity with a practical keepsake at the end. The strongest reason to go is simple: you leave with a fragrance that began with your own choices.

FAQ

How long does the class take?

The experience lasts 90 to 150 minutes. Check availability for current starting times and leave some flexibility in your schedule.

What will I make?

You will make three sample fragrances, test them on your skin, then choose one to bottle as your custom perfume or cologne.

How many oils can I choose from?

Tijon has a collection of approximately 300 hand-selected oils. You begin by selecting from 12 premixed blends.

What is included in the $109 price?

The price includes a 55 ml custom perfume or cologne, a certificate of completion, French soap, a Tijon Nashville postcard, a small bottle of Tijon-branded fragrance of your choice, and an atomizer.

Is the class accessible and what language is it taught in?

The activity is wheelchair accessible and taught in English.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can reserve now and pay later. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.