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A perfume lab
in Thảo Điền.
A modern perfume studio in the Thảo Điền neighborhood — the expat district on the east side of Ho Chi Minh City. 90-minute workshops by booking, 30+ raw materials, take-home bottle.
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NOTE – The Scent Lab · Thảo Điền
In the Thảo Điền expat district of Thủ Đức. Easy by taxi or Grab from central HCMC. Languages available: EN · VI
A perfume lab
in Thảo Điền.
Our Thảo Điền studio sits in the expat-loved neighborhood on the east side of Ho Chi Minh City, in Thủ Đức. It is a quieter, walkable part of the city, and home to the long-time R Workshop Space community. The store is open daily 8:00 – 18:00. Workshop arrival is from 8:00 – 16:00 (last seat 16:00). Booking in advance is required.
The studio offers our 90-minute Signature Perfume Workshop: 30+ raw materials, hands-on blending guided by an instructor, and a take-home bottle. We keep your formula on file so you can re-order in future.
Workshops at Thảo Điền are guided by instructors fluent in English and Vietnamese.
Ninety minutes,
four steps.
The 90-minute Signature Perfume Workshop is the same at every NOTE studio: 30+ raw materials, hands-on blending with an instructor, and a take-home bottle. Your formula is kept on file so you can re-order in future.
Step I
Scent inspiration.
You are introduced to the basics of the fragrance wheel and the world of raw materials, so you can begin to find the direction of your own creation.
Step II
Fragrance identity.
A guided introduction to top, middle, and base notes, designed to give a clear insight into the architecture of a complete perfume.
Step III
Perfume creation.
With your chosen scent direction and instructor guidance, craft your own perfume and refine the formula until it is right.
Step IV
Signature reveal.
Name your creation. Your bottle is sealed and labeled; your formula is kept on file so you can re-order in future.
From our guests
“Today I visited a perfume shop where I had the chance to create my own perfume. And it was such a great experience! I was guided through the process by a lovely and fun lady who explained everything clearly and helped me design a scent that truly matched my taste.”
Karel BuiTripAdvisor
“Such a beautiful experience. My daughter and I did a spontaneous perfume making workshop here today. The friendly and helpful staff guided us through the process, calmly encouraging us to smell different scents to achieve a unique, custom blended perfume. Wearing this will evoke happy memories of our holiday in Vietnam. Highly recommended.”
Sarah S.TripAdvisor
“The perfume workshop was such a fun and unique experience! The instructor explained everything clearly and made the session interactive. I love experimenting with different fragrance notes and creating my own signature scent to take home. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a creative and memorable activity!”
Pouna PTripAdvisor
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Rated on TripAdvisor · Travelers’ Choice 2025
Two sister brands, one house.
NOTE – The Scent Lab
Founded in Saigon in 2019, NOTE is a contemporary fragrance brand built around the bespoke perfume workshop — a 90-minute hands-on experience where you create your own scent. Over 8,000 guests have made a bottle with us since 2018.
Three locations across Vietnam: Cafe Apartment 42 Nguyễn Huệ (Saigon downtown), 34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu Thảo Điền, and Lotte Mall Tây Hồ (Hanoi).
R Parfums
R Parfums is our niche artistic perfumery — founded by Rei Nguyen, a Vietnamese perfumer. The R brand explores fragrance as personal storytelling, with collections inspired by Vietnamese and Asian heritage.
R Parfums has showrooms at 34 Nguyễn Duy Hiệu (Saigon) and Lotte Mall Tây Hồ (Hanoi).
Does the Workshop price include perfume bottles?
The registration price includes all costs from the perfume bottle and preparation process, you just need to prepare a comfortable mind when participating.
What sizes can I choose for my perfume bottle?
We offer a range of bottle sizes to suit your preference: 10ml (US$24), 20ml (US$44), 30ml (US$54) and 50ml (US$64).
Can I buy 1 ticket if I go with 2 people?
To ensure the most comfortable and complete service experience for each customer, NOTE’s current policy is one ticket per customer.
Does DIY perfume last long?
Ingredients at NOTE are certified in accordance with IFRA standards, and have a concentration of Eau de Parfum essential oil (15% – 20%), so the finished product can last up to 8 hours for each spray.
Can children participate in the Workshop? From what age is it okay?
Children aged 8 years and older can participate in the Perfume Workshop at NOTE. However, children from 8 to 10 years old should be accompanied by parents or relatives.
Can I cancel or reschedule my workshop booking?
For workshops booked on this website, you can reschedule up to 1 day before it starts. If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to transfer your workshop booking to another person.
Reserve · Hồ Chí Minh
One scent, ninety minutes, your hands.
Pick a time slot and we will hold a counter for you. Booking required in advance.