COURSE DETAILS
- Course: Diploma In Perfume Product Development
- Location: COC Beauty School, Lagos, Nigeria
- Fee: N1,000,000 [One Million Naira]
- Compulsory Online Theory Section
- Theory Start Date: Monday, 6th April 2026
- Practical Start Date: Monday, 27th April 2026
- Physical Lecture Days: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
- Time: 1pm - 5pm [On some days 1pm - 6pm]
- Suitable for: Beginners
- Pre-requisites: None
- Award: U.K Accredited Diploma in Perfume Product Development
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"Your perfumes just don’t smell… right."
- You’ve been mixing random fragrance oils or essential oils, hoping to create something unique…but everything ends up smelling too strong, too flat, or just “off.”
- Your scents don’t last. Within minutes, the fragrance disappears, or worse, it turns into something completely different from what you created.
You’ve tried following online tutorials…but no one is explaining why your blend isn’t working.
You don’t understand fragrance notes, or why some scents clash while others blend beautifully, or how to balance a fragrance so it evolves perfectly over time. You don’t understand the right concentration to use for perfumes vs body sprays vs oils or even environmental scents.
- You’re struggling with creating a signature fragrances, instead of copying what already exists
And deep down… you know this:
You can’t confidently sell your perfumes, diffusers, or candles yet.
Because you’re not even sure if they are high-quality, stable, or professionally made.
It doesn't have to be that way....
Imagine how wonderful your life could be if only…
- You never had to make mistakes when formulating, because you are a professional that follows a tried & tested framework.
- You could create perfumes that smell luxurious, balanced, and unforgettable, every single time.
- Imagine being able to design your own signature scents, not copies, but creations people recognize as yours.
- Imagine the feeling of people asking: “What perfume are you wearing?” …and it’s YOUR creation.
- Now imagine creating a diffuser that fills an entire room with a consistent, elegant scent Doesn’t fade after a few days, and it feels like walking into a luxury hotel
- Imagine the reviews you could get from satisfied clients, the referrals, the customer loyalty, the media attention you could get, and even the possible business grants and funding because your products are simply the best.
This is what
your life could
be like!
This is how it should be, this is how it can be for you when you enroll. . .
No More Feeling Frustrated, No More Struggling, No more making fragrances that don't last. This course provides everything you need to become an expert in just 5 weeks.
SHINA, CEO- House Of Shay
“I searched and sampled lots of perfume classes before investing in COC Beauty School’s perfumery course. I am convinced that there’s no better place than COC Beauty School, to learn every single thing about perfumery. Other courses don’t come close to the value I’ve received from COC’S perfumery course. My money well spent. I’m so grateful that I found COC Beauty School.”
Here's the Schedule & Curriculum
Theory Section
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Theory section is done strictly online.
Theory exam must be done with a 70% pass mark before physical practical session is approved.
ONLINE SESSION
MONDAY, 6th april 2026
Fundamentals of Perfumery
- The history & evolution of perfume
- The Olfactory System
- Invoking emotions with scent
- Classification of Perfumery | Natural vs Synthetic
- Types of Perfumery & Possible careers
- A journey through a perfumer’s world
- Perfume Descents
online session
wednesday, 8th april 2026
Perfume Structure
- The Fragrance Families
- The Perfume Triangle
- The Fragrance Wheel
- Perfume Psychology
- Perfume Structure Quiz
ONLINE SESSION
friDAY, 10TH april 2026
Fundamentals of Cosmetics
- The Fundamentals of Cosmetics
- Cosmetics Science
- Perfume Product Design
- Basic Cosmetics Maths
- Units of Measurements
- Formula Creation
- Quiz | Design dream product
- Quiz | Complete the formula
ONLINE SESSION
monDAY, 13th april 2026
Ingredient Study
- Sources of Perfume Notes
- Extraction Methods
- Ingredient Groups
- Forundational Ingresients
- Aesthetic Ingredients
- Raw Materials Quiz
- Ingredients Quiz
online session
wednesday, 15th april 2026
Set Up
- G.M.P
- IFRA
- Equipment List
- Ingredient List
- Dilution & Impact
- Dilution Ratio List
- Pre-Dilution Formula
end of theory
friday, 17th april 2026
Theory Project
Theory Examination
Theory Project
Practical Section
These classes are held onsite at our premises in Lekki, Lagos
1pm – 5pm | 1pm – 6pm [on some days]
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Not every product listed below is “practiced” in class.
However, we share the formula sheets and steps for the products we don’t practice.
PHYSICAL SESSION
MonDAY, 27TH april 2026
Welcome to the Lab
- Review of theory
- Learning to use the tools
- Dilution practice
physical session
monDAY, 27TH april 2026
Nose Training 1
- Smelling techniques
- Discovering the emotions & language of scents
- Creating note associations.
- Nose Training | Citrus
- Nose Training | Fruity
physical SESSION
WEDNESDAY, 29th april 2026
Nose Training 2
- Nose Training | Floral
- Nose Training | Spicy
- Nose Training | Minty
PHYSICAL SESSION
FRIDAY, 1st May 2026
Nose Training 3
- Nose Training | Sweet
- Nose Training | Woody
- Nose Training | Animalic
physical session
MONDAY, 4TH May 2026
Accords
- Accords explained
- Vertical Accords
- Horizontal Accords
- Jean Claude Method
- Creating a Fragrance fan
physical SESSION
MONDAY, 4th May 2026
Themes & Genres
- Perfume Genre Explained
- Curating a Cologne Genre
- Curating a Floral Genre
- Curating a Woody Genre
- Curating a Chypre Genre
- Curating an Oriental Genre
- Curating a Fougere Genre
- Curating a Gourmand Genre
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Genres will be profiled (smelled) in class, but not formulated live in class.
We share the formulas to curate all genres from scratch.
PHYSICAL SESSION
WEDNESDAY, 6th May 2026
Perfume Composition
Phase 1: Knowledge Base
- How to write a full brief for a perfume
- How to build a visual picture of perfume
- Attributes of a masculine perfume
- Attributes of a feminine perfume
- Attributes of a unisex perfume
- Attributes of kiddies perfume
Phase 2: Practice
- Composing a Perfume
physical session
FRIDAY, 8Th MAY 2026
Perfume Formulation
- Creating an Eau De Toilette
- Creating an Eau De Parfum
- Creating an Eau Fraiche (also known as Body Mist/Body Splash)
PHYSICAL SESSION
MONDAY, 11th may 2026
Product Perfumery
- Fundamentals of Product Perfumery
Phase 2: Cosmetics
- Creating skincare fragrances
- Creating haircare fragrances
- Creating makeup flavours
Phase 3: Household
- Creating laundry fragrances
- Creating dishwashing fragrances
- Creating cleaning fragrances
Phase 4: Kit Formulation Practice
- Formulating a Perfumed Lotion
- Formulating a Perfumed Oil
- Formulating a Body Mist
PHYSICAL SESSION
MONDAY, 11th May 2026
Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy
- Aromatherapy principles
- Aromatherapy in connection to environmental perfumery
- Creating a Relaxing Blend
- Creating a Joyful blend
- Creating a Fresh air blend
- Creating a Flu blend
- Creating a Sensual Blend
- Creating an Aphrodisiac blend
- Curating new blends
physical session
WEDNEsDAY, 13TH MAY 2026
Diffusers
- The science behind diffusers
- Anatomy of a diffuser
- Diffuser Bases
- Diffuser Reeds
- Formula Creation
- Formulating a Room Diffuser
- Packaging
physical SESSION
friDAY, 15TH may 2026
Scented Candles
- Fundamentals of Candle Making
- Candle Making Equipment
- Safety & Workspace
- Types of Waxes
- Types of Wicks
- Types of Containers
- Types of Fragrance
- Types of Colour
- Temperature Control
- Wick Sizing
- Wax Guide
- Formulating a Jar Candle
- Formulating a Pillar Candle / Votive candle
- Candle Design
independent project
May-JUly 2026
Project
Project Topic
Project Submission
Project Defense
Appraisal
Conclusion
Formal Graduation in December 2026
Note:
Hard copy certificates will only be issued during the annual mass graduation.
I launched my perfume brand after my course at COC Beauty School. I sold out so much that I relocated. My perfumes are doing well in UK
Coming to COC Beauty School was worth it. The teachers, the classmates, everything!
Enjoy these exclusive ONLINE bonuses when you enroll with this batch..
EXTRAS
Bonus 1
1 month extra access
One Month Access
to the course on our online institute, to study, revise and refresh after physical class is over.
Bonus 2
Exclusive Alumni Community
Gain access to our vibrant and supportive community of skincare enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. Connect with like-minded individuals, share insights, and collaborate on your skincare journey. Together, we’ll inspire, support, and empower each other to reach new heights in the beauty industry.
The COC Alumni community is a safe space for COC Beauty School formulators to share “all things” formulation, meet like minds and network.
This platform enables our formulators nurture industry relationships, receive information about newest trends and grow.
Join us now!
Ready to learn how to create luxurious long-lasting perfume products everytime?
Course Fee
Tuition Fee
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1,000,000
One Million Naira only
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U.K Accredited Diploma in Perfume
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Nose Training and scent profiling of over 50 rare perfume notes
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Live formulation of EDP, EDT, Body Mist, Perfume Oil, and More
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Product Perfumery
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Environmental Perfumery
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Aromatherapy
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Diffuser Formulation & Scent Design
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Candle Making & Scent Design
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Electronic Formula Sheets & Workbooks per product
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Group Post Mentorship
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Virtual Alumni Support Community
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Excludes annual graduation fee of $100 naira equivalent [If graduating in Lagos]
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Excludes U.A.E Attested KHDA Certificate [If graduating in Dubai]
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After this program you will...
You will become an expert perfumer who no longer guesses or mixes randomly, but understands exactly how to build a fragrance from scratch.
- You will become an Expert Fragrance composer, understanding how to evoke emotions with scent and fragrance branding
- You will be able to create and launch a fragrance brand with clarity — not just copying existing scents, but developing unique, recognizable signature fragrances that set you apart in the market.
This is
what your life
could be like!
You will become...
A Perfumer
An Aromatherapist
A Potential Beauty Entrepreneur
A Role Model
Our Diploma in Perfume Product Development
opens up a wide range of opportunities in the beauty industry, cosmetics industry, interior industry, and lifestyle.
Are you ready to go PRO?
. .and finally unlock the framework to consistently develop luxurious perfumes every time?
It won’t happen by chance. Your transformation can only begin when you take that bold step to join our Lagos Perfume class now!