“I had completed a post graduation diploma in Perfumery & Cosmetics, before joining the Grasse Institute of Perfumery. However, I felt I needed an additional program to learn the depths of Perfumery. A program where I could study the materials, in the extracted as well as nature form. I learned about this course from my professor and a friend, who had already completed it. The method of the program fit my idea well, so I applied. I have always preferred learning things practically, and Perfumery definitely demands that. All our senses need to work together for us to understand the intricacies of a material. The experience at Grasse has changed not only my life but also my perspective towards it. It has also helped me enhance my knowledge of Perfumery. I spent my year smelling different materials, creating a variety of accords and fragrances. I think the experience also taught me the value of time. Time is precious, and managing it is not as easy as it seems. I owe it to Grasse for teaching me something so invaluable. “