Workshop day - The Power of Scent in Your Daily Life
An Introduction to the Magical World of Essential Oils

Saturday 12 September, 10am - 4pm, Zwaag, North Holland

A day where you learn to smell in a different way and begin to notice what scent truly does to you — physically, mentally, and emotionally. You are introduced to the language of plants and learn to listen to it. In this way, you experience how essential oils can become a meaningful part of your daily life.

A day filled with inspiration and sensory experiences, bringing you closer to the essence of plants and nature.

“Smelling, remembering, and responding – all happens in a single breath.”

This workshop is offered by our guest teacher Joanne Klein Wolterink of AromaWise.

It will be conducted in Dutch language but can also be arranged for a group of English speakers.

What we will do:

This day is focused on experiencing, sensing, and understanding. You will be introduced to essential oils, hydrosols, and carrier oils, and discover what makes these products so unique within aromatherapy.

In a storytelling and accessible way, Joanne will guide you into the world of aromatic plants and how scent is extracted from them. Throughout the day, you move between knowledge and experience, gradually learning how to use essential oils in a practical and mindful way.

You will work hands-on with different oils and learn:

how to consciously perceive scents and distinguish their qualities
which oils resonate with you and why
how to blend safely
the do’s and don’ts of using essential oils
practical tips for everyday use

Along the way, Joanne will share insights and background stories from nature, history, and practice — such as the enormous amount of roses needed for a single drop of rose oil, the colour and symbolism of plants, and traditional uses. In this way, you begin to see these precious products in a different light.

By working and experiencing for yourself, you develop trust in your senses and confidence in your choices.

At the end of the day:

you smell more consciously and with greater nuance
you know which oils bring value to you
you are able to create simple blends yourself
you have created a personal scent treatment to take home — a nourishment for body, mind, and soul

Who is this for?

This day is for you if you:

are curious about the world of scent and plants
enjoy working with your senses and want to trust them more
wish to use essential oils more consciously in your daily life
already have oils at home and want to deepen your understanding of how to use them
want a solid foundation to begin working with them
value pure, high-quality natural products
enjoy learning through direct experience

Date, location & cost:

Date: 12 September 2026, 10.00 - 16.00

Location: Magical Naturals, De Corantijn 87F, 1689 AN Zwaag, North Holland.  Free parking in the immediate area. Only 2 minutes from A7 exit 9 (Hoorn-Noord).

Investment: €175 – including all materials, vegetarian lunch, coffee, tea, and water

Registration and/or queries:

Would you like to join? You can register here for this workshop day. Once Joanne receives your registration, she will contact you personally to confirm your spot and go over the details.

Or if you have any questions first, get in touch with Joanne via this link. You are welcome.

We work with small groups of up to twelve participants, allowing space for personal attention and guidance.

About AromaWise by Joanne

“Smelling a scent is a connection from soul to soul. With an open heart, we are invited to listen to its story and discover what the scent has to offer us.” – with love, Joanne

For more than twenty-five years, Joanne has worked with aromatherapy, scent perception, and plant processes. Drawing on her background as a massage and movement therapist and her extensive practical experience, she has developed a deeply embodied body of knowledge.

She moves between knowing and sensing, between knowledge and experience, to arrive at essence. Her strength lies in bringing these together. Clear, practical, and profound, with respect for both human beings and nature.

Joanne is IFA certified (International Federation of Aromatherapists).

About Magical Naturals

Magical Naturals (together with Blooming Naturals) was established by Carolina IJben and Andrew Cox with our passion for nature and healing plants, and for teaching, inspiring and empowering others. 

Magical Naturals has been supplying 100% pure and natural essential oils and other plant ingredients for natural skincare and wellness since 2009.

Click on the image below to browse all our essential oils.