Meet the Maker

Hello! I’m Tara Rose, the creator of Stardust & Stems Natural Perfumery and Botanical Beauty. My journey into the world of fragrance began in childhood, enchanted by my mother’s perfume collection and a magical family trip to Grasse, France—the heart of perfumery. As an only child, I spent endless hours in the garden, crafting potions and elixirs from flowers, leaves, and imagination.

Music has always been my first language. Born to a musician and a dancer, I grew up immersed in art as a link between the earthly and the divine. I became a classically trained opera singer, guitarist, and music teacher, sharing the magic of music with children for over a decade. This love of harmony and storytelling finds its way into every bottle I create—each scent a carefully composed symphony of botanical ingredients.

My fascination with astrology and the mysteries of the cosmos led me to earn my astrology certification from the Los Angeles School of Astrology in 2019. I view astrology as a map of the soul, a way to understand the unseen forces that shape our lives. This belief in Magick, celestial rhythms, and timeless tales of romance and folklore deeply influences my work. Good witches, elves, gnomes, sprites, and other enchanted beings dance through the inspirations for my whimsical fragrances.

In my studies of perfumery and cosmetic science, I discovered the incredible power of nature to evoke memory and emotion. Each perfume and botanical beauty product I craft is rooted in nature, free from synthetic fragrance oils, parabens, or phthalates. I believe in creating with intention—offering scents that transport you to starlit forests, secret gardens, and celestial realms.

Stardust & Stems is more than a brand; it’s a manifestation of years spent basking in musical and celestial frequencies, guided by a love of creating luxurious, plant-based concoctions that are both practical and magical. I believe that fragrance is more than just a scent—it’s an invitation to explore the world with a sense of wonder, to reconnect with nature, and to honor the mysteries of the universe.

Thank you for being part of this fragrant, enchanting journey. I hope that every bottle you open feels like holding a bit of stardust and stepping into a world where magic is real and beauty is boundless.