Amour25 et Clémentine25

Today at Tijon in Charleston was both inspiring and deeply meaningful. I had the joy of creating two unique perfumes, each carrying its own story and connection to my personal journey with aromatherapy.

Amour25

The first parfum, Amour25, is a thoughtful blend of Patchouli, Vetiver, and Violet bouquet. I chose the name to mark today’s date and year, a way of preserving this moment in time. Its grounding, earthy richness is softened by the gentle floral touch, creating an aroma that feels both timeless and intimate. Amour25 will always remind me of the love, joy, and gratitude I felt in this creative space.

Clémentine25

The second parfum, Clémentine25, holds even deeper personal meaning. Its sparkling notes of Bergamot, Clementine, Pink Grapefruit, Cedarwood, and Mandarin Neroli take me back to the very beginning of my aromatherapy journey.

I remember creating my first simple roll-on with just Clementine essential oil (Citrus clementina) in jojoba, never imagining how far that single step would lead me. My cousin Patricia Haouchine in Belgium loved it so much. Clementine is a natural hybrid of mandarin and sweet orange, and its essential oil is cold pressed from the peel of the fruit. Like other citrus oils, Clementine is rich in the cleansing chemical component Limonene; however, it is sweeter and zestier than most citrus oils. I am definitely making more blends in the future with this one.

Today, I feel I have honored that memory by giving life to a completer and more radiant version.

This experience was not only about creating fragrance but also about honoring the people who shaped my journey. I dedicate this day to my husband, who first surprised me with a perfumer’s class in St. Maarten in 2016, sparking a passion that continues to grow, and to my mentor and dear friend, Jade Shutes, whose wisdom and guidance nurtured my love for aromatherapy. Thanks to them, and to this creative moment at Tijon, I feel more inspired than ever to explore, craft, and share the beauty of new aromas.

About the Tijon boutique in Charleston

The Tijon Fragrance Lab & Boutique in Charleston offers a distinctive and immersive experience for fragrance enthusiasts. Located at 344 King Street, this boutique allows visitors to craft their own signature scents using over 300 curated oils. With guidance from certified instructors, participants can explore various combinations to create personalized perfumes or colognes. Each session includes a 55ml bottle of the custom fragrance, a certificate, and a thank-you gift Tijon | Create Your Own Perfume.

The boutique's origins trace back to 2007 in Grand Case, St. Martin, where founder John Berglund established Tijon to capture the essence of the French Caribbean. The Charleston location continues this legacy, offering a blend of luxury and creativity in fragrance design.

Loving every minute and being in my element in Tijon - Charleston. Creation of two perfumes "Amour25" and "Clémentine25".