i moved to paris to study perfumery.

[@schmorbraten7594]

Big respect to you for also sharing the less cheery moments. This will help others who might feel less alone when they find themselves in a similar situation, alone in a new city, not having made real friends yet etc. I think you're doing exactly the right thing, pursuing your dreams. This is you! Don't doubt yourself. Claim the space. Trust your vision.

[@schmorbraten7594]

Ha! Hilarious that you're giving yourself exactly this advice later on in the video. Perfect.

[@perfumerism]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. It’s a huge jump, so it’s normal to have mixed feelings. People in my class not feeling familiar after the first 2 days? Totally normal, yet still a hard feeling in the moment. I watched so many “moving to Paris” vlogs before this, most of them being cheerful and positive. I was feeling mixed feelings, so that just wasn’t in the cards for me! Who’s to say that I can’t have a good time afterwards.

[@hannahyalea]

Move over Emily, it’s time for Emma in Paris ✨

[@baby.nay.]

Your comment was funny the first time and it’s funny again ! Honestly Netflix should take note

[@liviawoods431]

Would love a PR unboxing!! Your reviews and opinions are always refreshingly honest ✨

[@kupcakeninja19]

Would love a PR haul with first impressions! So glad you're enjoying class and making great memories in Paris! ❤

[@perfumerism]

Thank you !!! Hopefully I can bring you all the content soon:-)

[@marie-theresejamora-garcea8278]

Oh, Emma, I just wanted to give you a hug when you were newly arrived in Paris and feeling homesick. As someone who also moved to another country to study, I know that feeling of culture shock and displacement all too well. So glad that 3 months onward you're in your element and loving it. Yes, I would love a PR perfume haul video. Please be as brutally honest as you can from your perch of perfumery student! Haha. And please do keep vlogging about perfumery school. As someone with more than a passing interest in fragrances, I'd love to see as much BTS as possible! xoxo 💜

[@perfumerism]

Thank you, that means a lot to me! It’s certainly lonely at first- I hope you were able to find community quickly!

[@marie-theresejamora-garcea8278]

@@perfumerism I did, thank you! 😊

[@LivingOptimistically]

i absolutely adored this video! thank you for keeping everything so real and not being afraid to share both the positives and less fun side too and also for just providing such interesting insight to the process of perfumery school! i love these style of videos where it's a vlog mixed with an informative/updates sitdown. can't wait for more 💗

[@ali.cali-kat]

I spent a semester in Paris during college (not perfume-related) and can so relate to your feelings just before going and when you first arrived, but it was a such a wonderful experience! That was years ago, but watching this made me feel so nostalgic. It takes bravery to do what you're doing. Thank you for taking us along on your journey, I'm excited to see what you choose to share.

[@perfumerism]

I hope you had a magical time in Paris! You must look back at all the times spent and friendships from Paris. I hope to keep the nostalgic vibes coming in future vlogs!!

[@princessdaaahlingamor5798]

Yes PR hauls are fun! Thanks for bringing us along to this amazing experience of being in France!!!

[@perfumerism]

I’m so glad you watched! I know it’s a departure from my normal content but I love showing you the BTS!

[@SakuraAtlas]

Im so happy you decided to post this! It’s so inspiring and such an adventure

[@apostoliapistioli6036]

I discovered you a few weeks ago and I binge watched all your vids and I’m obsessed with your content and vibe! More vids or shorts pls 🩷🩷

[@kotahliz]

Would love a PR haul!

[@perfumerism]

coming soon hopefully!!

[@danirodriguez1474]

I looooved this kind of vlog. Please make more!

[@Lvr_grll]

I never clicked a video so fast, love you🩷🩷

[@ModestySs]

I am so happy for you! I have no doubt you will crush it, we believe in you! 😊💕

[@ModestySs]

Yes, we would be interested in the PR unboxing! 😃

[@SoloCityTravels]

Yes to the unboxing!! ☺️

[@CherryCherry-fm9xt]

You are so passionate and intelligent ❤ Just love your videos Always creative 🌟

[@perfumerism]

This is too kind, thank you!!💗

[@bbpisc]

yes pr haul!

[@Zainab-de3jh]

So happy for you 💘

[@perfumerism]

thank you!!💗

[@marcellabernstein612]

yes yes pr box opening!

[@douniajaoudi6359]

This new type of content is sooo interesting and fun and refreshing. I loved this video Emma!!🌸

[@perfumerism]

Thank you so much!!

[@madisunk]

Watched the first version and now watching this one LOL. totally interested in seeing a PR haul. also! what boots r you wearing at 22:29, they are gorgeous. are they comfortable?

[@perfumerism]

They’re Blundstones! Super comfy- they’re actually my second pair! I have a black pair that I’ve had since high school and just got the maroon ones last year. go.shopmy.us/p-11282992

[@madisunk]

@@perfumerism thank u!!

[@kidahole66]

More of these please!! I could watch these all day long. Glad you’re liking it there. 👍

[@perfumerism]

Haha coming right up!

[@kidahole66]

@ while you’re there pick me up a bottle of Dior Vetiver. Only available at their flagship location. 😃 I’m in Toronto.

[@pauletteyoung112]

How wonderful that you are following your passion - and in Paris.

[@kotahliz]

I’m so happy you included your complicated emotions about moving and starting school as well. When I’ve had big changes like this I’ve struggled so much and it’s nice to see other people who have felt the same ❤❤

[@perfumerism]

Thank you! Honestly there’s no point of pretending that moving isn’t hard or that I was 100% happy because I simply wasn’t. Those feelings are completely normal and exactly where someone should be who is going through an adjustment like that. There’s also the weight of my influence, in a way. I’m just starting out in this program, so I’m not sure if I will like it or if it will be the place for me. I don’t want to act like perfumery school is the best investment in the world and influence someone to follow in my footsteps, especially when I’m ~1 week in and struggling. Happy to show the journey, and thank you for the super kind comments!!💗💗 Hope you are doing well.

[@sophiafinger5280]

I did a month studying in Ireland, and even in an English speaking country I just sat on the balcony and cried my first night. I didn’t feel connected to my peers, and I was convinced I had just wasted my time and money. Of course, it ended up fine and I really enjoyed it ❤️❤️❤️ I get you 100%

[@caroline1557]

Love this for you!!! Can you please a video about I guess the topic of moving to France/general knowledge and dos and donts or just any info you think would be important for anyone wanting to move there or to visit!!

[@ArielandtheMoons]

Yay! I was hoping you’d make more contents about moving and life in France!

[@perfumerism]

And hopefully even more in the future!!

[@carlyw.5538]

Such a joy to be brought along on your journey!

[@glorias.2930]

I love your channel!!!

[@kikitauer]

You are so aspirational, I like your story! 🤩 I loved to play with essential oils when I worked in organic cosmetics shop and I love perfume. I would be interested in learning more about the school, the city and some interesting stuff from school. And if you made any frangrances of your own already, then I'd also like to hear about them! 😊

[@lb3659]

Bring your lotion into the shower so it isn't cold and use cerave for a really good scent free body lotion.

[@baby.nay.]

Can’t believe I never thought of that . I usually try to warm it in my hands and then slowly rotate myself in front of my heater like a rotisserie chicken.

[@perfumerism]

This is a great idea, thank you so much!!

[@perfumerism]

LIL

[@kristenyascur4466]

this is my dreammm so happy you're sharing your journey!!!

[@lorenagallardobarria4764]

I love this type of content sm💕

[@chiaralerch175]

Can you show us which perfumes you ended up taking with you to Paris?

[@perfumerism]

Sure! I have a video on this on TikTok actually!

[@Nikki-n1r]

Thank you for sharing Emma❤ What a wonderful opportunity for you. love your content! ❤ from 🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦

[@n.scholz9506]

It's crazy, your whole vibe just speaks: I was born to be a parfumer

[@perfumerism]

No way! That is a huge compliment, thank you!

[@Happytravellerkimmy]

That was so interesting! Yes! I want to hear your honest opinion about the new Kayali, because I have some surprisingly unpopular opinions and I'd like someone to break down why it smells like that.

[@2Shadow6]

woo yay vlogs!

[@K0koma]

So happy for you! You’re doing everything right and are so wise for doing so. Not sure if you remember but I’m Vanessa from scentxplore in nyc. Love your content. Like you during my uni years I took science classes but any chance I had along with my elective classes were all deep in the arts. It was bad to the point I had completed almost 400 credits with no real major, when my academic advisor stopped me and told me to just pick something and graduate. In hindsight, I should have done what I was passionate about but instead now I’m in the medical field. *Shakes my head* I’m so happy you followed your heart. It will pay off. If I ever bump into you again at one of those scent conventions I’ll be sure to chat a little longer and perhaps pick your brain. That proprietary scent test has gotten me so curious about my own sniff-ability. Thanks for being so sweet and happy holidays!

[@curlypearly2409]

Wishing you the best of luck, dear Emma.🎉❤

[@perfumerism]

Thank you so much!!

[@rundalina]

This was fun to watch. More about perfume school should be great.

[@carlyw.5538]

Please tell us what your makeup routine was at 21:30 Looks so natural & pretty

[@missrd395]

How do you pack your fragrances when traveling? ❤Good luck ✨I really enjoy watching your videos!

[@kayruss4542]

as a fellow 20 something girl just trying to figure life out, I love this video so much

[@Vidasolopura]

pr review video please 🙂 congrats on your acceptance! i wish you great luck❤

[@Christina40mtl]

Fun vlog!!!

[@perfumerism]

Thank you!!

[@chels7359]

you have the cutest french girl style :) classic beauty

[@Deem57]

Yes, do an unboxing. (You might have to do it in two parts, looking at the pile of boxes.)😁

[@perfumerism]

Haha we’ll see!! This footage was from the pile last time I visited in October- I think there will be fewer for this visit since the mail services in Canada have been on strike for a month. Nonetheless, I will bring you a video- perhaps between 10 minutes and 1hr. We shall see!! 💗💗

[@ArielandtheMoons]

Is the course fully in English? Or are you fluent in French as well?

[@gulce_gurcu]

english

[@ArielandtheMoons]

@@gulce_gurcu oh thats so interesting, thanks for answering

[@perfumerism]

It’s in English, however I can get around in French :)

[@lennilara]

This is a whole vibe🫶🏼

[@_._mizu5216]

Queen ur an icon

[@GabriellePariag]

YESSS I love ur videos

[@TheVeritasForYou]

lol i gave bombastic side eye when you mentioned the Korean food place. had no hope whatsoever lmaoooo

[@perfumerism]

It was closed so we had to go somewhere different! We ended up going to a “California” restaurant that had food that a 19 year old college boy would make lmaoo

[@ArielandtheMoons]

Please do a video about apartment hunting in France, I've heard its kinda difficult.

[@perfumerism]

Unfortunately I didn’t really have a normal experience! I’m just taking over a friend’s apartment so I didn’t really do any hunting

[@ArielandtheMoons]

@ ahhhh darn; but yeah! That’s so good for you completely avoided all the stress!

[@envyhunny5985]

Give us as much content as u can thanks😇

[@perfumerism]

Coming to you!

[@DCSquirrel]

I love PR

[@selinaltundis3562]

Hey Emma I’m also here in france feeling the same way almost, I would love love love to meet💖

[@IsabellaSanchez-y7w]

What was the criteria for you getting admitted to the program?ow difficult was it and what were your stats that allowed you to be accepted? Thank you!!

[@perfumerism]

The hardest barrier is passing the olfactive test! I don’t feel comfortable sharing my grades.

[@potatoavocado9933]

Jealous 😢 but happy for u 😊👍

[@perfumerism]

Jealous why! You should come to Paris lol

[@gulce_gurcu]

Why do you think that is not for everyone? I’m very interested in this program but I’m concerned with a lot of stıff

[@perfumerism]

Studying perfumery post-Bachelor’s is expensive, usually involves relocation, and is completely unnecessary to break into the world of perfumery. For me, I wanted to be formally trained and educated in perfumery to supplement my posts as a content creator, but this isn’t necessarily the best path to become a perfumer, if that is your goal. I can thankfully keep posting while I’m here to have a bit of an income to help with rent, etc, but most of my classmates are putting their professional lives on pause to study here. ISIPCA is a professional program (same level as a Master’s, but not actually a Master’s) so I can imagine it might be hard to find work, as it is incredibly niche and not globally recognized. Also, the program is hard, competitive, and only maybe 1-2 students per year (IF that) actually become perfumers.. so I’ve seen on LinkedIn. So it depends on your goals for yourself!

[@paulinelee3334]

❤

[@lharlow8044]

Doe this mean you there for the next 3 yrs?

[@perfumerism]

Hahaha big question

[@aarons.3185]

We need Emma vlogs

[@perfumerism]

🫡🫡🫡

[@everydayberlin2]

I hope you speak some French since the mean Parisians will eat you up if one dare to speak English to them Joke aside, all the best!

[@perfumerism]

Thankfully I have 4 years of French under my belt + the obligatory Canadian understanding of vocabulary in French since everything here must be legally labelled in both English and French :)

[@kristinfragrances]

This is all so momentous! So thrilled to see this journey and your experiences! Go girl!!! 🤎🤎🤎

[@perfumerism]

It’s so funny- I feel like we were just in NYC getting pizza and now here we are across the world again. Hope to see you again soon!!

[@DA-wg5cz]

París better know as the Lil Áfrika in europe. 👨🏿‍🦲👳🏿👍🗼

[@Abrahsc1]

Woah. Freshman in college right now. Love Chemistry. Love Perfume. Planning to apply to ISIPCA after 4 years. Could you do a video on the application/admission process for ISIPCA? I would love to hear your insight ! I really appreciate your KZbin channel and can't wait to see your fragrance journey pan out successfully !! Thank you ~~ Cheers :)

[@perfumerism]

Hello, it is so great to meet you! In terms of my experience with admission, the part in this video at 3:00 pretty much sums up my entire experience. You can also watch "How I got into ISIPCA", a video by a fellow ISIPCA-er named Maia. Good luck on your applications and wishing you the best!