Essential oil alchemy feels like a reset. In Ubud, this hands-on workshop pairs private attention with your own essential oil blend, guided by oracle cards and a singing bowl meditation. One heads-up: the room is small, so it is not suitable for babies or wheelchairs.

Over about two hours, you will slow down, explore scents, and blend oils using lab-style tools. You also get a welcome infusion drink, tea or coffee, water, and a travel skincare gift set to keep using after class. If you get motion sick easily or need lots of breaks, note the workshop does not include a lunch stop.

Key Things You Should Know Before You Go

• Small-group private sessions up to 4 people, so it feels personal rather than rushed
• Oracle reading plus energy-point awareness, turning scent choices into an intention practice
• Create a face-and-body oil using essential oils and included materials
• Singing bowl meditation is built into the flow, not tacked on
• Coffee/tea, bottled water, and a handmade welcome infusion help you settle in
• A travel skincare gift set comes home with you, not just your bottle

Where This Workshop Starts in Ubud: Petulu and Love Pure

This experience begins at LOVE PURE natural skincare products & Aromatherapy Workshops for healing and learning in Petulu, Ubud. The address is Kutuh Kaja, Jl. Tirta Tawar No.5, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571.

Why I think this location matters: Petulu is quieter than some of the most central tourist lanes. That helps if you are coming in wanting calm, not crowds. Also, because the space is small, being on time matters more than usual, since there is not much waiting-room space.

Plan on meeting at the shop entrance, then taking your cues from your host once you arrive. You will be greeted and offered a welcome infusion, plus coffee or tea, and bottled water.

Two Hours of Self-Love Oil Making: The Real Shape of the Class

The workshop is about 2 hours, and it is run as a private experience for your group (from 1 person up to 4). That size is a big part of why this works well. You can ask questions, smell samples without feeling rushed, and get help when you are building your blend.

The flow goes in clear stages:

• A short start with meditation and an oracle reading
• Smelling and selecting essential oils based on your intuition and the intention you set
• Mixing and blending your own face-and-body oil
• Finishing with a singing bowl meditation

If you like activities that feel creative but still grounded in a ritual, this is the kind of workshop that keeps you moving while still slowing your mind down.

Oracle Cards, Meditation, and Energy Points: Why It Feels More Than Crafting

Before you touch any oils, you start with a short meditation and an oracle card reading of essences. The idea is not just to pick scents you like, but to listen to what your body and intuition are responding to.

You are also guided to recognize energy points as part of the process. Even if you do not think of it in spiritual terms, it is still useful. It nudges you to be more deliberate, not just grab whatever smells strongest.

Then the session closes with a singing bowl meditation. Based on the strongest review feedback, this is one of the most uplifting moments of the experience. The singing bowl seems to shift the mood from focused making to calm reflection.

Smell Like a Healer: Choosing Essential Oils With Intention

This is a scent-forward workshop, so your nose is your main tool. You explore the aromatherapy elements, then select essential oils that resonate with you. The workshop is designed to help you connect with intuition, not just follow a recipe.

Here is what I like about this approach for real travelers: Bali is full of self-care products, but many classes are just shopping with a label. This one actually builds a decision-making process around scent, intention, and personal resonance.

Practical tip: give yourself a minute before you decide. Smell a sample, then pause and notice what comes up first for you. Some oils feel “right” immediately. Others grow on you after a brief rest.

The Hands-On Part: Mixing Your Face and Body Oil

After the reading and scent selection, you get to do the alchemy work. All materials are included, and you use laboratory-style equipment during the blending.

You will create a natural face and body oil infused with intention and self-love. The workshop description also notes using top ingredients and learning how to use essential oils, so you are not only mixing, you are learning what you are making.

What makes this satisfying is the take-home outcome. You end with your own blend, not a sample vial you finish in a day. You also leave with a travel skincare gift set, which is a bonus if you want a bit of extra product to try during the rest of your trip.

One thing to remember: the class includes no lunch. That means you should arrive feeling comfortable and not hungry enough to lose patience.

What You Take Home: Your Blend and a Travel Skincare Gift Set

Your main take-home is your custom oil for face and body use. You also receive a travel skincare gift set with the workshop products.

Value matters here. Many “wellness” workshops charge similar money but give you less usable product. In this case, you are leaving with something you can keep using, which makes the class easier to justify as a trip memory and a practical skincare item.

Because the gift set is included, you can test a few additional items after your workshop without needing to buy right away. That is especially helpful in Ubud, where it is easy to feel like you should buy everything you sample.

The Small Room Reality: Comfort, Timing, and Who This Fits

The workshop space is small. It is also not suitable for babies or wheelchairs, so plan accordingly.

If you are someone who enjoys quiet, close guidance, you will likely love this setup. If you prefer lots of personal space to pace around, you might find the environment snug. The good news is that the session is short, around two hours, and you are doing focused activities, so there is less idle time.

Also, while most travelers can participate, think about sensory sensitivity. This is an essential oil workshop, so if strong scents bother you, consider letting your host know at the start. The class is built around scent selection, so your comfort matters.

Price and Value: Is $31.46 a Good Deal?

At $31.46 per person, this workshop is priced like a budget-friendly wellness activity rather than a high-end spa service. The value comes from three things you get together:

• A guided, hands-on blending session that results in an actual product
• A guided ritual experience (oracle cards, meditation, singing bowl)
• Extra included items like welcome infusion, tea or coffee, water, and a travel gift set

For comparison in your head, most spa treatments cost far more and end with a single session. Here, you leave with a custom oil you can use later, plus additional skincare products in the travel kit.

So yes, I think it is a good deal if you want something creative and calm that has a practical payoff. If you only want passive relaxation and no scent work, you might find it more active than you expected.

When to Book, and How Far Ahead Makes Sense

On average, this workshop is booked about 15 days in advance. That tells me it is a popular format, and the small room size likely limits flexibility.

If you are traveling in high season or planning a tight Ubud schedule, I would book early. The workshop also uses weather-dependent operations per the cancellation terms, so keeping a little wiggle room in your itinerary can help.

A Practical Checklist Before You Go

To make your two hours smooth, do these simple things:

• Eat something beforehand, since lunch is not offered
• Plan for a scent experience, oils can be strong
• Wear something comfortable for face-and-body product handling
• If you have questions, ask early, the private format makes it easier

If you like guided experiences where you get a personal outcome, this kind of class is worth it.

Should You Book Essence Alchemy in Ubud?

Book this workshop if you want a creative wellness activity that ends with a real take-home product. The strongest praise points are consistent with what the class offers: it feels relaxing, the singing bowl meditation is uplifting, and you get support connecting with your intuition to pick oils.

Skip it or reconsider if you need wheelchair access or you are traveling with a baby, since the space is small and not suitable for those needs. Also, if essential oil scents usually bother you, it may not match your comfort level.

If you are in Ubud and want a gentle, hands-on break from the usual sightseeing loop, this is the kind of experience that feels personal without being complicated.

FAQ

How long is the Essence Alchemy Workshop?

The workshop lasts about 2 hours.

What is the price per person?

The price is $31.46 per person.

Is this a private workshop?

Yes, it is private. Only your group participates, with capacity from one person up to 4 people per session.

What will I make and take home?

You will create your own essential oil blend infused with intention and self-love. You take home your face and body oil plus a travel skincare gift set.

What is included during the workshop?

Materials and lab-style equipment are included. You also get a welcome infusion, coffee and/or tea, bottled water, and the travel skincare gift set.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not offered during the workshop, so it is smart to eat beforehand and bring what you need to feel comfortable.

Where does the workshop start?

It starts at LOVE PURE natural skincare products & Aromatherapy Workshops for healing and learning, Kutuh Kaja, Jl. Tirta Tawar No.5, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571.

Is the space accessible for wheelchairs or babies?

The space is small and not suitable for babies or wheelchairs.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.