Karen Gilbert

Karen Gilbert has an extensive background in the fragrance and natural skincare industries, beginning her career in 1990. She has developed and delivered specialized training programs for various companies and her own students. Her expertise spans both large fragrance houses and the natural skincare sector, providing her with a broad understanding of the industry landscape. Karen is recognized for her ability to demystify the fragrance creation process, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals.

Gilbert established the Online Perfume School Ltd and offers both online and in-person perfumery classes at her Scent Studio in The New Forest, UK. Her flagship program, “The Artisan Perfumery Mastermind,” is an online training course designed to assist aspiring perfumers in developing their skills and launching their own brands. This program, which can be completed at one’s own pace, includes access to a private Facebook group with live Q&A sessions, offering ongoing support and direct interaction with Karen Gilbert. She also provides shorter introductory masterclasses and authored a best-selling book on natural perfumery, further extending her reach to those interested in the craft.

Throughout her career, Karen Gilbert has trained a diverse group of individuals, including buyers for major brands, fragrance professionals, retail staff, bloggers, journalists, small business owners, aromatherapists, herbalists, fashion designers, artists, accountants, and scientists. She focuses on providing transparent and factual information, guiding students from various backgrounds, many of whom started with no prior perfumery experience, towards achieving their goals in fragrance creation and brand development.