Aromatherapy Lifestyle Workshop: The Art & Science of Aromatherapy
The Art & Science of Aromatherapy: Integrating Essential Oils into Daily Life
~ Presented by Carole Addison-Goyne, with a special appearance by Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt
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Explore various methods of using essential oils, from diffusing them to clean the air and aid in respiratory functions, to enhancing baths and massages with their rejuvenating benefits, and even wearing them as natural, functional perfumes. Learn about essential oil chemistry by smelling oils from different functional groups and uncover the secrets of effective blending techniques. The class will culminate with the unique experience of crafting a personalized aromatherapy blend to take home. Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to meet Dr. Schnaubelt and have your books signed. Join us for an immersive experience that blends the art of scent with the science of well-being. Guided by Carole Addison-Goyne, who has been Dr. Schnaubelt's protege over the past three decades, you'll delve into the fascinating world of essential oils, discovering why they exist in plants and how they can enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Details:
- October 17, 2026
- 10 am - 1 pm (PST) in San Rafael, CA
- Original Swiss Aromatics in San Rafael, CA
- $125
- Takeaway: 10 ml aromatherapy blend crafted in the workshop
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About the Presenter:
Carole Addison-Goyne, MBA
has been working in the fields of aromatherapy, botanical perfumery, and natural products for more than three decades. She met Kurt Schnaubelt early in the emergence of aromatherapy in the United States and apprenticed with him for many years, eventually becoming his protégée. The chemistry training and mentorship she received during those formative years profoundly shaped her understanding of how essential oils function therapeutically, emotionally, and artistically within perfume.
Throughout her career, Carole has woven together influences from botanical perfumery and aromatic traditions in both the United States and France, including certification in Mandy Aftel’s Slow Scent® method, while continuing to develop her own approach to Functional Perfume through decades of work with essential oils, absolutes, distillation, and aromatic education.
Her work in the field distilling essential oils with her husband further deepened her appreciation for the lifecycle of plants before they make their way into the bottle, as well as the many ways aromatic materials have been used throughout history, from medicine and daily well-being to beauty, atmosphere, and ceremony. Fascinated by the intricate olfactory system that connects our physical, emotional, and mental faculties, Carole has specialized in working with essential oils and absolutes as Functional Perfumes, conduits to whole-person well-being. Through her teaching, Carole is devoted to helping others cultivate a deeper relationship with the botanical world and to continuing the ripple effect of knowledge, beauty, and care through aromatic education.