Earth Day April 22nd + Three Fragrances You Should Be Wearing Giveaways

Earth Day April 22nd

  Earth  as seen from space by AI Michelyn

I thought the earth

remembered me, she

took me back so tenderly, arranging

her dark skirts, her pockets

full of lichens and seeds. I slept

as never before, a stone

on the riverbed, nothing

between me and the white fire of the stars

but my thoughts. ~  excerpt from Sleeping in the Forest, by Mary Oliver

Earth Day, April 22nd! Where do we begin? It’s an impossible task, to ask someone to choose three fragrances to represent it. As an individual who cannot help herself – who craves earthy scents on a regular basis – well. A minor nervous breakdown in the making. After much consideration, I felt it best to choose three gorgeous perfumes which probably fly under the radar for a number of people; all the more reason to bring them to the foreground. Their creative directors/perfumers each espouse a very different perception, which is the point: something here for everyone. Let’s explore!

Save our Planet Earth Day

Let’s commence with Amber Jobin’s Aether Arts Perfume EarthRise, composed in 2022. “There may be life out there and habitable planets we could maybe call home but the logistics of this are only nominally within our grasp. Much better instead to see the Earth for what it really is: our mother, our spaceship and the source of all life as we know it. It’s time to rise to the challenge, to rise up as inhabitants of this planet to protect and save not only ourselves but all life on this beautiful, blue marble floating in space.” ~ Amber Jobin

Amber Jobin of Aether Arts Perfume

Amber Jobin of Aether Arts Perfume

 Artisanal perfumer Amber Jobin is one of my undersung heroes: a talented iconoclast true to her own moral/artistic compass, and a genuinely lovely human being to boot. I’ll hand her my money any day. I referred to her 2022 fragrance dedicated to Earth Day, EarthRise – as “a billet-doux to our planet, an aromatic love-symphony composed of sea, soil and atmosphere.” I stand by that impression. The only element of the four that was not represented was fire, but it’s nothing to quibble about. EarthRise wafts an ozonic/woody, salty driftwood facet which evokes both bracing sea air and the boundless ocean; it never sails into Calone™ (Firmenich) overdose territory. This alone is significant because it varies from a tried-and-true approach which perfumers have employed for many years. Geosmin conjures freshly turned soil; Amber garnishes the composition with green florals to excellent effect. Creamy and intricate sandalwood notes anchor us to the Mother. Quirky and wonderful, EarthRise celebrates our blue marble – all the while mirroring its fascinating creator.

Notes: atmosphere and ocean accord (ozone, salt water), verdant earth accord (rich soil, green and flowering plants, opulent sandalwood accord (featuring sustainably-sourced santalum album and multifaceted sandalwood notes)

Madrone Trees alive and Dead

 Madrone trees alive and dead  photo by Dr. Ellen Covey

 Olympic Orchids Woodcut (Dr. Ellen Covey 2014): “Winner of the 2015 Art and Olfaction Award in the artisan category, Woodcut links our contemporary, technology-based society to raw nature. Strong lines and delicate tracery combine to tell an archetypal tale of man’s rape of the earth. Ecology and natural perfumery go hand in hand. As a perfumer who uses a lot of natural materials, I like to know how they are obtained, and try to avoid ones that are endangered or clearly being over-harvested in the wild.”  ~ Dr. Ellen Covey

Dr Ellen Covey Of Olympic Orchids Perfume

 Dr. Ellen Covey of Olympic Orchids Perfume

Dr. Ellen Covey of Olympic Orchids Perfume is a polymath who turned her talented hand to the art of perfumery years ago – and perfumery has never been the same since. She never puts forth the same concept twice. It’s no wonder that her Woodcut was accorded first place in 2015’s Art and Olfaction Artisan category; I just sprayed some on to refresh my memory, and it continues to delight me. 11 years have come and gone, and no one has been able to replicate or capture its brilliant photorealism since. Woodcut is a call to arms, a poignant reminder that responsible reforesting and preservation of our woodlands is essential to our own well-being and the health of our planet. Through its 80% natural fragrance format, Woodcut vividly evokes a forest primaeval singed with smoke: the addition of burnt sugar/caramelised vanillic notes both rounds out and extends our impression of a forest fire in real time (whether it is by design, carelessness, or act of nature). Pines, cedars, the mighty oak – each manifests its voice, enhanced by the inclusion of olibanum. Woodcut echoes these sylvan tones with a profound sense of comfort.

Notes: fractional distillations of pine and cedar, oakwood absolute, tolu balsam, olibanum, caramel, burnt sugar, vanilla.

 

Neela Vermeire of Neela Vermeire Creations 

 Neela Vermeire via Facebook

Creative Director Neela Vermeire of Neela Vermeire Creations developed her triad of fragrances over a period of several years, including those preceding and during COVID lockdown. Neela fondly referred to her Fragments Collection as “figments of our fragrant imagination”: the new flacons possessed a fresh, modern look which was elegantly accompanied by the winsome illustrations of Massimo Alfaioli. Fragments were a departure from her previous perfumes. While I loved all three of them, I selected Nemus for review – quite possibly because the name Nemus translates from the Latin as ‘glade’ or pasture – and definitely because of its sprightly verdancy.

Fragment NVC Nemus

 Fragments by NVC Nemus (2022) Collage by Michelyn

Neela’s inspiration arose from the idea of visual greens and regeneration (perfect for Earth Day), and Nemus is nothing if not an evolving representation of her stimulus. The fragrance opens with vivacity derived from cedrat, bergamot, lemon, ginger, and clary sage: zesty! Geranium imparts an herbal floralcy of which I’m particularly fond, at which juncture Nemus then segues into a woody salinity provided by tea, cedar, oud, and ambergris. Nagarmotha and lemony frankincense accentuate its earthy quality. A very tender patchouli tone contributes a deepening to the entire composition. Nemus takes you on a journey with several twists and turns before it settles into a contemplative sylvan cloud.Fragments by NVC Nemus Notes: Notes: cedrat, bergamot, lemon, ginger, clary sage, eranium, tea, cedar, oudh, ambergris, nagarmotha, frankincense, patchouli

 We at ÇaFleureBon hope that you will join us in our desire to celebrate, preserve, and protect our planet on Earth  Day and every day.

 Samples kindly provided by the perfumers – many thanks! My nose is my own.

~ Ida Meister, Deputy and Natural Perfumery Editor

 Please read Dr. Ellen Covey of Olympic Perfumes Profiles In American Perfumery, Creative Directors in Perfumery Neela Vermeire, and Amber Jobin of Aether Arts Profiles in American Perfumery.

 

 Best fragrances for earth day 2026

Thanks to the generosity of both Olympic Orchids Woodcut and Aether Arts Perfume Earthrise we have a 30 ml bottle of Woodcut AND 2ml of Earthrise for one registered reader USA only who will win both You must register. To be eligible, please leave a comment about what appealed to you about Ida’s three perfumes for Earth Day, where in the USA you reside and if you celebrate earth day. Draw closes 4/24/2026

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20 comments

  • lkali says:

    I enjoyed reading the parts of the review where I learned that Dr Covey uses natural ingredients, with the caveat that she avoids ingredients that are over harvested, etc. I also liked the description of Jobin’s perfume – sea, soil, and atmosphere. I’d love to try these earthy scents. I live in Colorado USA.

  • Brad Woolslayer says:

    Woodcut sounds like an amazing woody fragrance. The way it combines a smoky forest and burnt sugar. I’d love to win the 30 ml bottle of Woodcut and also sample Earthrise. Both sound like excellent fragrances to pay homage to Earth Day. I live in Maryland USA.

  • Southirina says:

    I really loved how each fragrance captures a different face of nature, it made me slow down and actually imagine the scents as landscapes. EarthRise sounds especially beautiful to me, that mix of sea air and soil feels very grounding and real. I also appreciated the care behind Woodcut and the message it carries about protecting what we often take for granted. This whole piece felt like a gentle reminder to reconnect, not just with perfume, but with the earth itself.
    Texas & EU girl here

  • RH says:

    Virgo here, and wow these fragrances are all totally up my alley as an “earth” sign. The description of EarthRise especially piqued my interest because I imagine it smells much like the west-coast emerald city I call home. If I were to hike through my local park to do some whale watching, I might come home smelling like EarthRise.

    Great Earth Day choices, all.

    I’m in the USA.

  • Teresa C says:

    I love the idea of smelling of nature, of fragrances ode-ing earth like poets praising their love. These all three sound wonderful, though EarthRise is perhaps the most intriguing to me for the sea air elements. I live on the West Coast, but don’t celebrate Earth Day, I”m sorry to say, though I honor those who do. (work generally gets in the way.)

  • Dof1024 says:

    This was an earth-centric article that reminds everyone not only of the holiday but brings the fragcom closer to mother earth. Polymath and biochemistry backgrounds are both important for the direction the perfume markets are heading. The fact that Dr. Ellen is thoughtful enough to sustainably acquire her ingredients, never make the same interpretation twice, while pursuing a passion outside of the scholastic sphere is admirable. The naturals tend to wear lighter but are surreal and set themselves apart from others. Balance seems to be present is the aforementioned elixirs, layered and nothing loud or eccentric. Wood love to try both and I’m grateful for the opportunity to do so. From USA

  • Sybelle16 says:

    These scents represent various interpretations to highlight Earth Day. Earthrise with its ozonic notes, aquatics notes, green florals and earthy notes is an aromatic profile that highlights Earth’s abundant aspects; Woodcut highlights natural perfumery with ethically sources material that embodies the effect of industrialized society on nature and how Ecocide impacts the environment, destroying Earths resources. And Fragments, a scent that showcases the natural landscape, vegetation, fauna, flora and regeneration and renewal of the environment. These scents raise awareness, showcasing the importance of protecting the Earth’s natural resources for future generations to enjoy.
    CA USA

  • Ramses Perez says:

    I see why Ida picked these 3 fragrances as they definitely have this earthy and green characteristics. The only house I’m familiar with is Neela Vermeire so I must get to know Olympic Orchids and Aether Arts because they sound very interesting. Earth is going through some things right now but we remain hopeful that we can turn it around and make it last longer. Tomorrow I will be celebrating earth day but being out and about and getting as much sunlight as possible. I’m located in NJ, USA.

  • ShAri says:

    I enjoyed reading the perfumers comments.
    “Ecology and natural perfumery go hand in hand.”
    Aether Arts is very creative. I bought Dragon Queen after reading about it here.
    I never drink water from plastic bottles.
    Excited to try both

  • malkahweiss says:

    I love green, earthy, and woody fragrances, in large part because I love being outdoors and connecting with the world around me. Its especially meaningful that these fragrances not only mirror the scents of our earth, but also use sustainable ingredients that respect our earth.
    I live in Cleveland, OH, and I’ll celebrate Earth Day by helping my toddler learn about the species around her outdoors

  • Ensorceler says:

    There’s something deeply moving in how Ida chose these three, they don’t just represent Earth, they feel like different ways of being held by it. EarthRise reads like breath itself, sky and soil in quiet dialogue; Woodcut carries that haunting truth of nature’s beauty and fragility in the same inhale; and Nemus feels like renewal in motion, green life pushing forward with soft insistence. Together, they echo that Mary Oliver passage, the Earth not as backdrop, but as something that remembers us, gathers us back in.

    I celebrate Earth Day every single day, and these selections remind me why: because the planet isn’t just something we admire, it’s something we belong to.

    AZ, USA
    L’ensorceleur (@lens.orceleur)

  • goknitintheocean says:

    Hi there,

    Thanks so much for this generous draw. When I think about Earth Day this year, I think about the recent space mission and the photos and video of our planet from so far away. I also think about the literal birds’ eye view of those baby eaglets in Big Bear, eating and sleeping and growing little by little to get bigger so that they can fledge, and expand their own world view, beyond the nest. So many future generations of eagles are possible, if only we take care of this planet. This article brought to mind what the environment from that nest’s height might smell like: soil, air, salt water, oak, cedar, all of it mixed together. Thank you for these joyful blends and their stories. I am in NYC/USA, and heck yes, I do celebrate Earth Day!

    -Deborah

  • mmerline says:

    Woodcut is a personal favorite, so I was happy to see it selected here. I love how all three of these fragrances are dramatic, high-concept compositions. I like many of Amber’s designs, but I haven’t tried EarthRise, and I noted “it never sails into Calone™ (Firmenich) overdose territory”—I’m intrigued by an aquatic that won’t give me a headache. The sandalwood note also sounds wonderful. And Fragments by NVC Nemu sounds wonderfully green, plus I’m intrigued by the progression (“several twists and turns before it settles into a contemplative sylvan cloud”). Great list for Earth Day! I plan to get outside and enjoy some fresh air this evening to celebrate.

    I’m in WI, USA.

  • bustednose says:

    I loved this article. All 3 of the scents feel so grounded to nature and provide olfactory reminders of our duty as stewards. Great job, Elena! I try to celebrate Earth Day as often as I can by walking through nature alone or with a companion and focusing on my connection with the planet. Earthrise was especially well chosen given the amazing Artemis II video making the rounds. I live in Texas USA

  • Jonathan says:

    I liked how these reviews captured three different, thoughtful approaches to perfumery from three inspirational figures. Any note could plausibly be related to earth day, so I appreciate the route of highlighting these individuals who have had a positive impact on the industry; and the perfumes all sound excellent! We live in Indiana and will be walking along the river for earth day.

  • Trinity33 says:

    Earth day should be celebrated with the myriad scents of nature, from forest to sea. I’m glad to see these selections focus on the complexity of mostly naturally derived fragrance notes. I’ve tried several Olympic Orchids perfumes, but haven’t sampled Woodcut yet. I appreciate Dr Ellen Covey’s commitment to quality ingredients and the incredible breadth of knowledge she brings to her creations. Woodcut seems like an homage to the Pacific NW. MD, USA

  • Marques M Burgess says:

    What I love here is how each fragrance connects to Earth in a completely different, almost philosophical way. Aether Arts Perfume EarthRise feels like air, ocean, and soil all breathing at once, expansive but grounding. Olympic Orchids Woodcut hits deeper, raw and emotional, showing both beauty and destruction in nature. And Neela Vermeire Creations Nemus gives me that fresh, green rebirth energy. The article itself isn’t just about scent, it’s about perspective, reminding me why I’m drawn to earthy fragrances in the first place.
    I live in New Jersey, USA. I don’t celebrate Earth Day.

  • opalbear says:

    Ooh look at these fabulous women perfumers!! Yes we are amazing. I love to see this. And of course phenomenal selection as usual, thank you! I love all of these houses so much. And I have not tried Earthrise yet so that’s exciting. Woodcut I have her 15ml of it and adore it, I would always welcome more!! Thank you so much for organizing this giveaway, and to the generous perfumers for sharing their beauty and passion with us.
    I am in the US.

  • foreverscents says:

    I have tried Nemus from Neela Vermeire Creations and I agree with Ida that the opening is indeed zesty. I love the geranium and tea notes and the dry down with the cedar and and frankincense. It really is a good choice for Earth Day. It is a very grounding fragrance.
    I haven’t tried EarthRise, but I have tried other fragrances from Aether Arts. I know that Amber Jobin makes bold and inspired fragrances that evoke a place and time. I would love to try an ozonic/woody tribute to Mother Earth.
    I am a big fan of Olympic Orchids Perfume, especially Mardi Gras and Carolina. I haven’t tried Woodcut, but I would love to feel the mightiness of our forests conveyed in the fragrance. The burnt caramel note is genius.
    I live in the USA.

  • StealthECat says:

    I would have freaked out as well when trying to capture what “Earth” means. The topic of earth and soil alone is a handful of articles, since Earth has so many climates and types of vegetation that impact soil… and perfumers have been chasing their individual impressions of soil ever since. Has anyone ever captured distilled water as a scent? It feels like any interpretation touches on what else is in it. Air and atmosphere… same challenge not making it without the other things in it. So to even tackle this topic: thumbs up!!! I live in the PNW USA.