Ubud has a talent for turning daily life into something spiritual. This 2-hour Essence Alchemy Workshop blends aromatherapy with an oracle reading and meditation, and you leave with your own face and body oil.

What I really like is the hands-on mixing, so you are not just listening. The second big plus is the personal feel, with private small-group attention.

One thing to consider: the space is small, so it is not suitable for babies or wheelchairs. If you need extra room to move, plan around that.

Key things to know before you go

• Private by design: Your group is the only one in your session, up to 4 people.
• You make the product: You create a personalized essential oil blend and a natural face-body oil to take home.
• Spiritual moments are built in: Expect an oracle of essences, a short meditation, and a singing bowl finish.
• Materials are handled for you: All supplies and lab equipment are included, so you focus on choosing scents and blending.
• You get more than one bottle: There is a travel skincare gift set included with the products.
• Small room setup: Not suitable for babies or wheelchairs, and the venue space is cozy.

Arriving at LOVE PURE in Petulu, Ubud

You start in Petulu, in Ubud, at LOVE PURE natural skincare products and aromatherapy workshops for healing and learning. The address is kutuh Kaja, Jl. Tirta Tawar No.5, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571.

This matters because Ubud traffic can be its own personality. Plan to arrive a bit early so you can slow down before the workshop starts. Also, the venue is described as small, so getting there early helps you settle in without rushing.

Welcome drink and a quick sensory reset

When you arrive, you are welcomed with a natural infusion made by the workshop team. You can also expect coffee and/or tea, plus bottled water.

This is not just a nice extra. In aromatherapy work, your sense of smell sets the tone. A warm drink and a calm start help you get ready to notice subtleties in scent, instead of treating essential oils like a loud perfume test.

You also want to arrive with a head that is ready to focus. If you have been power-walking around Ubud all morning, take a few minutes to breathe before you start smelling and mixing.

Oracle reading, energy points, and singing bowls

The workshop mixes creativity with spirituality in a very straightforward way. You begin with a short meditation, then move into an oracle card reading. After that, you do recognition of your energy points and a focused moment of intention.

Then the workshop returns to calm at the end with a singing bowl meditation.

What I like about this structure is that it is not random mysticism. You get guided moments that push you to slow down and ask, what do I actually want to feel? That question shapes how you choose your oils, and it makes the final blend feel personal instead of purely technical.

You should also be prepared for quiet concentration. The point is to connect smell with intuition, so try not to treat this as a chatty group activity. It is more like guided self-care with a creative output.

Creating your own self-love essential oil blend

Now for the fun part: “alchemy,” meaning you actually make something.

You will explore your sense of smell and connect with your intuition to select the essential oils that match you. Then you mix and blend them into a natural creation designed around intention and self-love. The workshop describes this as a process where you learn the stages of creating a personalized essence blend, not just one quick recipe.

Aromatherapy tools like essential oils can feel intimidating at first, especially if you have only used them as room scents. Here, the workshop approach is practical. You learn how essential oils are used and how to build a blend that resonates with your inner self.

Two tips I think you will appreciate:

• Pay attention to how each scent makes your body feel, not just what it reminds you of.
• If you are unsure, lean into the oils that feel calm or comforting to you. A blend meant for self-love usually should not feel harsh.

Mixing into a take-home face-and-body oil

Along with your essential oil blend, you create a natural face-body oil using top ingredients. The idea is that you can take what you make in the workshop and actually use it after you get home or back to your hotel.

This part is valuable for a simple reason. It turns aromatherapy from a concept into something practical. Even if you never become a DIY skincare person, having your own blend gives you a product you can revisit whenever you need a reset.

You also get a travel skincare gift set with the products. That means your workshop take-home is not limited to one item. You get enough to try, pack, and keep your self-care routine going while you travel.

The private, small-group vibe that makes it feel personal

This is a private experience. Only your group participates, and sessions run from one person up to four people per group.

In practice, that private structure matters because it supports personal attention from the workshop leader. In a 2-hour format, having someone available to guide choices and keep you on track makes the difference between a nice activity and a truly meaningful one.

Also, because the space is small, the workshop is likely better for focused participation than for a big group hangout. If you want quiet guidance while you choose scents and blend oils, this setting is a good fit.

Price, timing, and value for $31.46

The price is $31.46 per person for about 2 hours. You may see this booked around 15 days in advance, which is a clue that people plan ahead for Ubud workshops.

Is it good value? For this type of experience, I think yes, because the price includes a lot of the stuff that usually costs extra in DIY or wellness classes:

• Laboratory equipment (so you are not guessing tools)
• All materials included
• A welcome infusion, plus coffee and/or tea
• Bottled water
• A travel skincare gift set
• And you leave with your own face and body oil

That mix of guided experience plus take-home products is where the value lives. You are not paying only for the conversation. You are paying for a guided process that ends with something you can use.

One more practical note: this experience requires good weather. If weather turns, you may be offered a different date or a full refund.

What you should bring for comfort and peace of mind

The workshop does not offer lunch during the session. So you should bring what you need to feel comfortable. That can be as simple as a snack or a drink you tolerate well, especially if you are sensitive to long gaps between meals.

Also, wear something comfortable for sitting and handling small items. Since the space is small, you do not want to show up in anything that makes you feel stiff or self-conscious.

And because you are making a face and body oil, think ahead about skin sensitivity. If you have known allergies or react to certain scents, tell the leader. The data does not say they do allergy testing for you, so your best move is to be honest about what you avoid.

Who this workshop suits best in Ubud

This is a strong pick if you want:

• a creative Bali activity that goes beyond taking photos
• aromatherapy plus guided spirituality
• a personalized self-care product, not just a souvenir

It is also ideal for travelers who like the idea of choosing scents with intention, then using the result later. If you are the kind of person who uses lotions and oils daily, this class will likely feel practical, not gimmicky.

Because the experience is private (up to 4), it also works well for couples or close friends who want a calmer activity together. Just keep your expectations aligned: this is not a party workshop. It is more focused, with meditation and quiet guidance.

Should you book the Essence Alchemy Workshop?

Book it if you want a hands-on Ubud wellness experience that mixes oracle reading, meditation, and aromatherapy in a way that leads to an actual product. The best part for most people is the combination of personal attention plus a take-home face-body oil and travel gift set, all within a short 2-hour window.

Skip it (or at least think twice) if you have accessibility needs that do not work with a small space, or if you are the type who dislikes guided spiritual components like oracle cards and singing bowls. Also, because there is no lunch, plan to eat before you arrive or bring a snack so you can stay comfortable through the session.

If you are looking for a thoughtful, practical self-love ritual you can recreate in your own routine, this one is worth your time.