Frequently Asked Questions

Our scents are inspired by Destinations around the world, many including hotel lobby scents, a specific scent from a destination or just a general destination scent like our Cognac & Spiced Praline. We also create scents inspired by things we love - like music and the Disney parks to name a few. These scents are created to bring the story of a song, album or experience to life through scent. We also carry several scents inspired by various designer and niche perfumes, it is important to note these scents are inspirations and are not intended to be "dupes". In many ways we want to create something better than the original!

Our fragrances are cruelty free, vegan and phthalate free. They are made from perfume grade oils and many of the blends are a combination of synthetic fragrance accords and essential oils (much like most perfumes on the market) We use Fragrances from a few select woman owned artisan small fragrance houses to create our blends.

Our perfume oils contain no alcohol, instead as a base we use Coconut Fractionated Oil and Jojoba oil along with our fragrance/parfum. The scent is a more personal scent, and does not have the trail or sillage that a traditional alcohol based perfume has. Both our perfume oils and Alcohol based sprays contain the same high concentration of fragrance. Perfume oils are a great alternative for those sensitive to alcohol or sprays or for those who prefer a more personal scent.

We recommend that you keep your perfumes away from direct heat and light to keep them in the best condition. Overall, try to keep your perfumes away from extreme temperatures.

The strength of a formula is dependant on the amount of fragrance oil/parfum that is used.

Eau de Toilettes tend to be lighter and contain between 5-15% fragrance. These will usually last 3-4 hours. Eau de Parfums contain between 15-20% fragrance, and usually last 4-5 hours.Parfums are the strongest formulations we offer and contain between 20-30% fragrance and will generally last 6-8 hours. All of our Perfumes are created within the IFRA standards and regulations. IFRA permitting we use 30% concentration in our perfumes and perfume oils.

We do not do "dupes". Dupes entail no creativity. While the goal might be too mimic an existing fragrance closely, we also believe in adding a personal touch or a unique twist to the original in the attempt to offer something new to the consumer, perhaps improving longevity or sillage. The creativity of taking inspiration from popular scents but reinterpreting them in novel ways to create something unique .

All of our perfumes and products are Phthalate-free!

Phthalates are a group of chemicals commonly used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. They are found in all kinds of products, from vinyl flooring and wall coverings to personal care items like soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics. Despite their widespread use, phthalates pose significant health risks primarily because they are known as endocrine disruptors. These chemicals can interfere with the body's hormonal system, which regulates various essential functions including growth, metabolism, and reproduction.

One of the most concerning aspects of phthalate exposure is its impact on reproductive health. Studies have shown that prolonged exposure to these chemicals can lead to reduced fertility and developmental abnormalities in the reproductive organs of both males and females.

In addition to reproductive issues, phthalates have been linked to a host of other health problems. There's growing evidence that exposure to these chemicals can increase the risk of asthma and allergies, particularly in children. Some studies have also suggested a potential link between phthalate exposure and certain types of cancer, though more research is needed to confirm these findings. Given these risks, it's important to be aware of the presence of phthalates in everyday products and to consider safer alternatives whenever possible - as we strive to do!

Absolutely! At this time you can find us at The Handmade House in both Dundas and Burlington, The Rustic Palm in Paris, and The Barntique in Turkey Point.

The shipping amounts in your cart are actual rates based on your order provided by the carrier. If you have any concerns about the rates please do not hesitate to contact us.

We offer free shipping on all purchases over $125.00 in Canada!

Absolutely! You can choose to pick up at our local home studio in Hamilton.

At this time we ship all over Canada and to the US. Please note that due to the nature of our products only ground shipping is available.