2023-06-03 16:50
Hello ! I have been using traces of menthol, spearmint, eucalyptol or c12 mna to add the cold feeling to openings to mids but would like widen my options.
Do you know any materials that ca… Read More
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2023-06-03 16:34
Recommend a very easy to wear and very pleasant soap perfume. I am looking for something very pleasant in the vibe of Prada Amber, Bulgari BLV Pour Homme. I look forward to recommendations Read More
2023-06-03 16:18
I just was wondering if there are stereotypes about certain fragrance houses. For example; I have read somewhere on basenotes that Serge Lutens tends to be sweet and feminine. L'Artisan ten… Read More
2023-06-03 16:17
This is a soliflore type of exploration of the scent of freshly-cut wood. The scent delivers a chord of notes which accurately convey such a scent: wood, sap, a slightly vanilla-caramel note… Read More
2023-06-03 16:14
Got a sample of this last week at the Mizensir shop in Manhattan. On the stick thought it was ok, quite bright and unique.
Wore it last night not even a lot and a few ladies at the table nex… Read More
2023-06-03 15:42
The first fragrance I ever owned was...
The first fragrance I bought with my own money was...
My favorite fragrances is....
Tell us a bit about where you live (you don't have to specify wher… Read More
2023-06-03 15:41
For good reason it's a secret what's in commercial bases, but is it allowed to know how many ingredients were used approx.? Like in Rose Wardia, Dorinia, etc.? Does some of you know? Like 10… Read More
2023-06-03 14:40
This might not seem like an obvious choice for Conehead consideration, but it does contain juniper and also vetiver, along with woods.
Very zesty and refreshing citrus notes give way to pe… Read More
2023-06-03 14:24
I don’t see any place in the states to buy a bottle, or buy a
sample so it seems the only option is to blind buy a full bottle from the UK.
People compare it to elysium, oceania and… Read More
2023-06-03 05:09
The show must go on with or without Basenotes Robot....
Happy 18th BN Anniversary shadesofbleu! 🍺
Guerlain Derby Read More
2023-06-03 04:45
Are there fragrances you admire and appreciate on others but for whatever reason don’t wear yourself? Yes/No and why? Read More
2023-06-03 04:32
I recently purchased this vintage splash bottle of Dunhill cologne. I hope to find out how old this bottle is, if it’s all original and if the bottle even goes with the box. The banner… Read More
2023-06-03 03:10
Old Spice Classic from Proctor & Gamble
And they say robots are going to take over some day Read More
2023-06-03 02:31
I have had a couple of samples of the new(ish) DHS2021 and frankly I was very underwhelmed. It was ok but I found it quiet dry and bland.
I have never owned DHS2017 but recall trying it a fe… Read More
2023-06-02 23:27
Hi, guys!
Let discuss about gingerbread accord. I would like create something sweet with bitterness, like glazed gingerbread, with a hint of burnt sugar.
The ideas:
Corylone (maple lactone)… Read More
2023-06-02 21:26
Hello all
I have been on a hunt to find a dupe (or a reputable dealer selling a vintage bottle) for Annick Goutal Rose Absolue.
There are a couple of bottles on Ebay/Etsy but the sellers l… Read More
2023-06-02 16:57
TGSC is an invaluable resource, but has always been slow to search and is hard to navigate.
Recently with the search function going missing, I thought I'd share a little helper script I put… Read More
2023-06-02 16:54
Hi all,
I can't believe it's been TWENTY years (as of June 2023) since I became a member of Basenotes.
I just want to say THANK YOU to Grant and to all members (present and past) for t… Read More
2023-06-02 16:50
So, I have sellers regret - got rid of DHS 08, now it's warm out - I'm feeling that it would have been a staple. From reading about a bit - some have said DH Cologne current is pretty simil… Read More
2023-06-02 16:02
I’m Anet from Germany and into creating perfumes on my own about two years. I use essentiel oils as well as the famous chemicals like Velvetone, Musk Ketine, Habanolide, Iso E Super, H… Read More
2023-06-02 15:57
I had forgotten about this -- it was languishing in a quiet corner of my collection. Time for some comments, tomorrow. The ingredients look promising, in the garrigue style. I have a vagu… Read More
2023-06-02 15:54
Hello All
New member from Atlanta. Early 60 lady here searching for my signature scent. My favorite scents at the moment are Henry Rose Windows Down, Annick Goutal Absolute Rose and Tom Fo… Read More
2023-06-02 15:34
Im having some doubts with it, performance seems to be great Read More
2023-06-02 04:06
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Andreas Reichenberg… Read More
2023-06-02 03:56
Hello my fellow fragrance enthusiasts! My former school--the one I just retired from--asked me to write and deliver this year's 8th grade graduation keynote speech. I live in Sacramento, a… Read More
2023-06-02 03:00
I was going to ask your top five men’s fragrances of the last 50 years. But as a child of the ‘60s, I thought why not your top 6 since 1960?
With apologies to Old Spice, Tabac… Read More
2023-06-02 02:49
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Andreas Reichenberg… Read More
2023-06-02 02:36
Laura Branigan - Self Control
Coffee
Guerlain Djedi Read More
2023-06-02 02:14
Is it OK to use BHT in my bottles of diluted ACs? If so, how much is a sensible amount?
Is argon a good option to preserve ACs?
I've been experiencing a problem with my diluted ACs where i… Read More
2023-06-02 00:19
What materials (two or more) have seamless transitions from top to mid, mid to base etc? Read More
2023-06-01 20:31
When I smell the perfume I made a month ago, it smells fishy... I really liked the formula, but I don't know why. It's 15% perfume and 85% of alcohol Read More
2023-06-01 20:06
Hi all,
I never started out with the intent of buying multi Fragrances from any one House. As far as CARON, I first fell in love with Caron "Yatagan", although I will admit, it took me q… Read More
2023-06-01 19:11
Hi Basenoters!
I want to share with you a recent experience on fragrance maturation time. Three months ago, i blended some EO ingredients. It was One of my first approach on perfumery world… Read More
2023-06-01 16:34
I spilled 4mls of undiluted Sauvignone100 today... probably the biggest mistake I've ever made doing this hobby.
Bumped it over with a pipette, but didn't realise until it had made a large… Read More
2023-06-01 16:08
I think it was Francois Demachy that said in an interview that he could look at a formula, sorted by tenacity, and have a clear idea of what it would smell like. Massive experience will do t… Read More
2023-06-01 14:50
:coololdlease do the honors kind friends!:coolold: Read More
2023-06-01 14:38
Anyone having problems searching materials on TGSC , I keep getting a 404 page not found error.
I can click on odor index and click on a material and the page for it loads, but can't search… Read More
2023-06-01 14:07
I have a mild thumbs-up. Some of its merit lies in the concept, namely an homage/recreation of an ancient Egyptian incense (Kyphi). That would have been a paste of raisins, frankincense an… Read More
2023-06-01 13:50
Some members post that they have worn the same scent 20+ times a day only to see they're favorite scent seen in the most worn category..
The Huddler way was much better in which you can only… Read More
2023-06-01 13:13
What can I expect to pay if ordering materials from outside EU to EU (Italy) ? I don't know if customs laws and tariffs are the same through the union but I don't think so.
How is VAT calc… Read More
2023-06-01 04:16
I'm working on a an accord below, very simple using only naturals
Lavender eo 32
Neroli eo 17
Palmarosa eo 12
Lavender absolute 5
I notice even at only 5 drops of the absolute it seems to sq… Read More
2023-06-01 02:26
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're stinking your house up with this month! Read More
2023-06-01 02:18
Hi everyone
I am running low on my beloved tsar(1ml vintage and 3ml interparfums 😭)
Does anybody know the current retail price of the 75ml?
Although i live in a country close to fran… Read More
2023-06-01 02:17
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Un Soir À Par… Read More
2023-06-01 02:15
Dear glorious noses Read more Read More
2023-06-01 02:13
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what vintage scents you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here Read More
2023-06-01 02:13
Hey basenoters, I'm interested to hear some of your waste elimination hacks! Here's mine...
I had my stuff in storage for almost a year and it turns out the 1oz dropper bottles I ordered es… Read More
2023-06-01 02:12
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Un Soir À Par… Read More
2023-06-01 02:02
I have been quietly working on this Zeus collection for a while now, many months of continuous adjustments, initially, they are solely for personal enjoyment, and only shared the samples wit… Read More
2023-05-31 19:56
I remember how it smells, I remember, that it was extracted from some spice and I totally forgot which spice it was, and also the name of the product.
And unfortunately, I can't find it in m… Read More
2023-05-31 16:18
Hi all, I wore this vintage (seeming rare) Rochas last night which I found at Flea Market over the Holiday weekend. The Roach (with box) cost me two dollars! I'm liking this Rochas. Ooh… Read More
2023-05-31 16:05
Hello guys
I had bought some camphene
When I recieved its looks like water like substance bloating upper side and solid settled down lower side
I have uploaded pictures below
Why is like tha… Read More
2023-05-31 15:59
Moving into June. What are your top five summer go-tos? Read More
2023-05-31 15:20
I pulled the trigger and now own a bottle of this beautiful, distinctive scent. It is very woody, in fact a veritable woodshop. Smoky birch tar adds to the slow-burning embers aspect. Res… Read More
2023-05-31 15:12
Your favorite two fragrances that work great together? (I’ll hold off on mine for the moment…🙂) Read More
2023-05-31 12:34
I have experimented trying to combine fructone (50% in dep) + ethyl maltol (50% in dpg) + methyl anthranilate (5% in dep) + ethyl methylphenyl glycidate (50% in dep) + 6-methylcoumarin aka t… Read More
2023-05-31 10:00
I found a kouros batch body from 02/2008
It already has the "bri" on the bottom of the bottle so it is already in the transition from Gucci to loreal Paris , I wanted to know if it is still… Read More
2023-05-31 08:17
Here is the full list of the aroma chemicals I have to sell. I would prefer to sell as a lot.
If there is no interest in that I will start parting out smaller lots.
Make me an offer! I'd ha… Read More
2023-05-31 03:56
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Vibrant Leather Epic… Read More
2023-05-31 03:31
Hi everyone
So im still pretty new to all this. I have made a couple simple formulas (when i mean simple i mean SIMPLE).
I thought id expand my horizons somewhat, so i started tinkering a bi… Read More
2023-05-31 01:33
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Vibrant Leather Epic… Read More
2023-05-31 00:27
Hi!
I have been hunting for Papryus oil/absolute everywhere and the only place I can find it is hermitage oils, minimum spend 200 euros for shipping to aus plus shipping cost, a bit on the… Read More
2023-05-30 22:33
Hi everyone
Is this perfume original or fake?
He did not come with the little booklet written in several languages Read More
2023-05-30 22:17
I am new to fragrance creation, but not new to fragrance collecting (20 years deep) and am wondering about how to scale up your blend. Once you have your final juice completed, what is the p… Read More
2023-05-30 21:06
Hello all,
Has anyone tried the Indian Sandalwood and/or isolated santalol from perfumer's supply house? If so, what are your thoughts? I've ordered different things (mostly Robertet materi… Read More
2023-05-30 19:33
I've been wondering if the following fragrances, which I recently purchased, are unknown or widely unavailable. For one of the fragrances there were no opinions in the basenotes directory (M… Read More
2023-05-30 15:52
This has been prompted by recent discussions concerning geranyl acetate and alpha terpineol.
I am concerned that some people trying to do perfumery on Basenotes are using ingredients that a… Read More
2023-05-30 15:42
Last week an account of a long standing member was accessed by a scammer, the email address and were password changed, locking the member out of the account.
The scammer then posted an ad on… Read More
2023-05-30 15:24
Vetiver Planet Collection
handmade artisan crafted shaving soaps, aftershaves, colognes, fine fragrances, bath and body items for men, traditiona… Read More
2023-05-30 15:23
Apologies for being a bit obsessed by Pino Silvestre and flankers at the moment.
I noticed 2 flankers which seem to be soley marketed/ sold in the UK.
They are : Pino Silvestre Amber Woods… Read More
2023-05-30 15:12
I ordered (and paid for) a new 100ml bottle of Dunhill Amalfi Citrus EDP.
However, crappy Royal Mail have lost it, and despite a promising start from them to my chasing it, Perfumes Direct… Read More
2023-05-30 14:26
Top - Douglas fir, Pine resin
Mid - Western hemlock, strawberry
Base - Vanilla leaf, woody notes described as "Old-growth forest, Mountain fog"
I like this, it is a wonderfully woody scent… Read More
2023-05-30 12:45
I took a gamble and bought a tube of King C Gillette Transparent Shave Gel with white tea.
The gamble being whether it would be any good or not, as I haven't been that impressed with America… Read More
2023-05-30 10:15
I just discovered it today and oh my gosh it is heaven to me! I really find geranium eo flat and boring and even geranium heart I don’t love and I don’t like lavender eo much eit… Read More
2023-05-30 06:11
Hello all.
I recently received a large bottle of Versace Eros. While I think it is okay, I was a bit disappointed that the fruity citrus/apple notes (and to some extent the mint as well) see… Read More
2023-05-30 03:47
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Eau Pure by Biotherm Read More
2023-05-30 03:31
I will be traveling to Istanbul making stops at World Heritage sites along to way & ultimately ending up in Athens. Does anyone have any suggestions for finding local perfumers/fragranc… Read More
2023-05-30 02:35
Where can I find best deal on perfume oils to make my own scents? (Ambroxan ,iso E super, hedione...etc). Anyone know of a good oil supplier for these and similar oils? Read More
2023-05-30 02:05
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Eau Pure by Biotherm… Read More
2023-05-30 00:05
Hi, I'm looking to say Hello to folks in these cities. I've scheduled rather long layovers in Australia, and weeks in Bali and days in Jakarta. I know that I will be visiting Van Aroma mat… Read More
2023-05-29 23:26
2023-05-29 23:25
I don't have access to Herbanate but would like to use it in a formula. Can anyone with experience please suggest a comparable molecule that might be more widely available or if anyone (nea… Read More
2023-05-29 22:51
Hello, good day!
Recently my partner have been looking for a way to refill a reed diffuser he bought a while ago, and he was refered to a popular dupe fragrance house that also sells home sc… Read More
2023-05-29 21:17
I am just getting in to diy perfumery, and was wondering if one of you could help me identify an extremely long lasting musk found in Body Fantasies Fresh White Musk. It is the last note in… Read More
2023-05-29 20:26
We have threads for what did you buy today, what's wow'd you lately, what's disappointed you, what did you try today, and, what are you waiting for in the mail...but I can't actually see one… Read More
2023-05-29 15:36
Hi everyone. I have just acquired alpha terpineol and I am smelling ir for first time diluted at 10% in alcohol.
TGSC defines it as clean, sweet and delicate, bur the fact is that mine remi… Read More
2023-05-29 15:36
Hi Guys,
Can you guys suggest a good Gourmand Fragrance which has a Beast Projection. I am looking out for notes like vanilla,Tonka bean, Caramel, chocolate, Almond, Coffee, some creamy acc… Read More
2023-05-29 15:20
I have experimented trying to combine hexyl acetate + furaneol + fructone + allyl amyl glycolate + strawberiff + citral and the result when I smell it smells like sour fresh strawberries wit… Read More
2023-05-29 14:38
Does anyone know the exact year in which Floris went from the old labels...
...to the new labels? Read More
2023-05-29 14:37
Bank Holiday Bonanza! 2P7V65XS Code = 20% off everything at www.lesparfums.co.uk
ENDS midnight 30/05/2023 Read More
2023-05-29 14:26
Top Notes: Green notes, Crisp notes
Middle Notes: Korean pine
Base Notes: Wood
I was disappointed in this. Given that it is from SMN (normally a House with substantial, interesting scents)… Read More
2023-05-29 14:14
A friend of mine really loves Jasmin. So I want her to make a really nice Jasmin fragrance, that smells like fresh Jasmin. At the moment I have a Jasmin Abs from hermitage oils. There would… Read More
2023-05-29 13:59
Hello I’m Cèsar from Lehi Utah.
I’ve been using Eternity by KC until it become synthetic.
I tried to make my own version of D&G the One. With the following formula:… Read More
2023-05-29 13:47
Hi
Is there any suggestion of a good substitution for Aldron CAS 68901-22-4 ?
Aldron not available in asia whats best choice i can used instead of Aldron in woody accords
Thanks in advance Read More
2023-05-29 10:06
Hello, fellow nerdettes and nerds! Lilac trees are finally in bloom here in Helsinki, which means that my yearly En Passant marathon has started, and my stats for May are ready to roll. They… Read More
2023-05-29 09:38
Any sugggestion for substitution of CETONAL? no more stock in the distributor's Read More
2023-05-29 07:05
What are your picks? Read More
2023-05-29 02:53
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Club de Nuit Intense… Read More
2023-05-29 02:52
Hello Humans!
It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today!
Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.Check out today's Birthdays.
Today I am wearing: Club de Nuit Intense… Read More
2023-05-29 01:24
Vetiver Planet Collection
handmade artisan crafted shaving soaps, aftershaves, colognes, fine fragrances, bath and body items for men, traditiona… Read More
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