2023-07-21 17:12
Lalique Encre Noir Sport has always intrigued me and is nearly always available for around £25 for 100ml online.
The local TK Max has Givenchy Insense Ultramarine in for £29 for… Read More
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2023-07-21 17:07
Hi guys may I know if this bottle of Versace Eros EDP is real or fake ?
I have attached some pictures
Thanks Read More
2023-07-21 17:01
Hello everyone. Does anyone know what decade this bottle of Bandit de Piguet might be from? I’m desperate to smell the “Brutal but Beautiful” scent but I don’t want o… Read More
2023-07-21 16:57
This doesn't really surprise me. I hope it'll be something like the original but very deep and even better than the Bottled Intense EdP which is sadly discontinued… Read More
2023-07-21 16:52
Hello everyone. I am on the search for vintage Vent Vert—EDT or Parfum—de Balmain by Germaine Cellier. Does anybody have any recommendations where I can find a bottle that’… Read More
2023-07-21 15:59
Hello,
My name is Kate107 or just Kate. I am here because I am trying to replicate a vintage scent that has been discontinued for over 30 years. Coty Wild Must Oil Read More
2023-07-21 15:35
Is dimethyl hydroquinone a characteristic molecule of natural violet odor? Mr. Yudov writes
Modern methods have established that the aroma of violets forms 35.7% of
α-io… Read More
2023-07-21 14:01
I just get Thai oud and I would like to make something like this: Armani Privé Oud Royal. Anyone has give it a try. Looking forward to your input Read More
2023-07-21 13:06
Here is a classic and favorite among old-school EdC fans. Lovely citrus notes with grassy and herbal middle and a light wood-musk base. Very enjoyable to wear Read More
2023-07-21 11:38
Hey, I'm trying to find something to compete with Acqua di Sale as a daytime scent. I like it's superb longevity, subtle sillage (it's a big plus for me) and natural, "oily" composition. I t… Read More
2023-07-21 11:13
Top Notes: Lavender, Citrus, Neroli
Heart Notes: "Muguet Oil" (lily of the valley)
Base notes: Moss, Sweet Woody Notes
Hmmm, wore this today after not having worn it for a long time. It cer… Read More
2023-07-21 05:02
I'd like to make a perfume that focuses on blood orange. I've noticed that blood orange is usually used as a supporting note to add bitterness and tanginess to other citruses. How would you… Read More
2023-07-21 04:40
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2023-07-21 04:28
Can anyone point me to where I can find threads I tagged as ‘watch’? In the old site i think it was called ‘followed’.
Guidance is appreciated Read More
2023-07-21 03:56
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Today I am wearing: Mirra by Tesori d'Or… Read More
2023-07-21 02:47
Hey guys,
In some fragrance's initial spray, I get wrapped around in a wet&damp wood scent bubble and it literally chokes me/my nose which I don't really enjoy.
I notice this in a lot of… Read More
2023-07-21 02:12
I never had any problem smelling ethyl salicylate or methyl salicylate. When I first smelled amyl salicylate, I couldn't smell much. But after a couple days of sniffing, I could smell it jus… Read More
2023-07-20 21:59
Newbie question: are solvents needed when adding fragrance to cosmetic products (shampoo, conditioner, etc.) or can the fragrance oils be added directly without first mixing them in some kin… Read More
2023-07-20 16:05
I've never sampled anything from this house, and I can't help wondering if I'm missing out.
Which are your favorites? Are there any hidden gems? Is there any harsh & scratchy nonsense… Read More
2023-07-20 15:16
Hi All,
I just received a new bottle of Frédéric Malle POAL purchased through one of the big discounters that we all know and noticed a number of differences in the packaging c… Read More
2023-07-20 14:34
Hello there!
I am working on a summer scent formula ,where a- damascone and Allyl amyl Glycolate are each about 2-3% of the formula( concentrate).
Do you think thats way too much?
I get the… Read More
2023-07-20 13:47
This is a pleasant, old-school scent of the '70s. Note -- it has been reformulated (despite claims to the contrary) and the current version is a rather generic green fougere lacking the dep… Read More
2023-07-20 09:51
Hi Everyone,
we agree that there are more than 4,000 raw materials in perfumery but what I notice is that we always use the same 200/300 raw materials.
My question is how do I know what's ne… Read More
2023-07-20 09:15
Hello everyone
I have a problem - when my friends are testing my perfumes, they always say "nice, but they are strong". After some time - about half an hour, the smell becomes milder. This… Read More
2023-07-20 04:45
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Today I am wearing: In Red pour Femme by… Read More
2023-07-20 03:53
Some suggestions will be nice Read More
2023-07-20 03:52
In my country I don't have acess to animalys 1745, anyone have some Idea of How to substitute It?
Im trying to recreate the main accord of kouros, does anyone have a starting point? Read More
2023-07-20 03:43
In a few months I will be traveling to Paris. I am hoping to explore independent French fragrance houses. I am especially interested if the fragrances aren't readily available in the USA… Read More
2023-07-20 03:18
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2023-07-20 02:22
Let’s discuss various materials, their usage and dosage and relative strengtha. Which is your favorite?
Jasminlactone (IFF)
Jasmolactone (Firmenich)
Jasmonyl (Givaudan)
Kharismal (IFF)… Read More
2023-07-20 01:55
Do you know who the perfumer was? Read More
2023-07-20 01:54
If you were going to travel the globe to sample various Fragrance Houses where they got their start, where would you go (in addition to the obvious candidates in the title?)? Read More
2023-07-19 23:59
Hi All,
I just received a new bottle of Frédéric Malle POAL purchased through one of the big discounters that we all know. The box arrived without cellophane, so I'm always mo… Read More
2023-07-19 23:24
What kind of bottles are ideal for diluting 1kg raw materials/compound to say 20% dilution. Would be around 5 liters . So I'm assuming the best approach is using a 2 gallon container/bottle?… Read More
2023-07-19 23:04
25% OFF Sale on all samples from DECANTShop with code 'summer25'
Sale ends July 28 2023
all orders will be shipped out within 48 hourswww.decantshop.com Read More
2023-07-19 22:16
I've noticed lately that perfumes are being mentioned in film or shows that I watch. Product placement? A Tom Ford perfume was "featured" in Homeland recently and I was watching Downton Abbe… Read More
2023-07-19 15:59
I've just purchased a bottle of the current formulation of Aramis Edt, curious in how it has changed. Back in the Eighties it had that bold cumin/Myrtle accord that separated the boys from t… Read More
2023-07-19 14:39
Hello! I just started getting into fragrances in the past few months and now that I've sampled and tested a couple houses from scentbird/discovery sets, I'd love some recommendations on what… Read More
2023-07-19 14:15
2023-07-19 13:22
One of the most famous leather chypres is Bel Ami Hermes. But there is practically no information about its formula on the forum. Does anyone have this information? And if suddenly someone h… Read More
2023-07-19 09:50
This contains a 100ml EDT spray bottle.
It's the first time I've come across this type of box for sale.
Does anyone know what the bottle looks like? Read More
2023-07-19 09:01
Hey everyone, I'm kind of confused. As a fan of the classic Egoiste (not PE), I'm thinking about blind-buying Bois des Iles. Unfortunately, I can't test it before purchasing. To be honest, I… Read More
2023-07-19 08:07
Hi, everyone.
I have a question about completing my formula.
I work on usually 1000g. Most of the cases I use DPG to reach up 1000g
My question is for example,
If I work on an air freshener… Read More
2023-07-19 06:05
Hello!
I am wondering what is going on with my latest review from around 5 days ago. It is still in a queue and this has never happened before. I have been posting reviews for a couple of ye… Read More
2023-07-19 04:16
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Today I am wearing: White Narcisse by Ne… Read More
2023-07-19 03:31
So looking at this GCMS i have for Aventus (not sure which batch it is, but it has Lyral listed in it so it must be an older batch). I noticed that the infamous pineapple note is actually VE… Read More
2023-07-19 03:12
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Today I am wearing: White Narcisse by Ne… Read More
2023-07-19 01:57
Poison Girl Dior
La Vie Est Belle L'Eau de Parfum Intense Lancôme
Collection includes:
Coco Mademoiselle Parfum Chanel
Light Blue Eau Intense Dolce&Gabbana
24 Faubourg… Read More
2023-07-19 01:41
Just wanting to explore this, as I’ve never smelled it on its own.
Any description on the EO vs CO2 vs the absolute would be helpful.
Eden has the CO2. Who carries the EO and absolut… Read More
2023-07-18 23:43
Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim — a day at the pool in a bottle Read More
2023-07-18 23:20
Hi there!
Very new to perfumery, and had a question after many many days of reading and researching...
Ignoring IFRA limits and other specifics and just focusing on the math for helping me u… Read More
2023-07-18 20:57
Just received some of this material (co-distillation of osmanthus into molecular distillation of cedarwood) from Fraterworks. Holy crap it smells amazeballs! Very intense leathery animalic o… Read More
2023-07-18 20:55
2023-07-18 19:52
Good evening everyone!
I' am trying to achieve a scent based on white tea, mandarine, white linen and a touch of sandalwood. The person that asked for it likes "white Tea" by Korres and wan… Read More
2023-07-18 16:13
I’m reading all sorts of posts lately about Serge Lutens discontinuations. Mandarine Mandarin, Jeux de Peau, Sarrasins, Tubéreuse Criminelle are a few mentioned. This is unusual… Read More
2023-07-18 15:32
I'm wondering what essential oils have a powdery note to them? I've read that oakmoss can have a powdery drydown, but I'm looking for some mid or top notes that are powdery. If not recreatab… Read More
2023-07-18 15:10
Hello I'm new here searching for Gucci guilty. It's one of my favorites. Also I like Idolé, Mont blanc Signature, Tom Ford lost cherry, Giorgio Armani's Acqua di Gioia, Burberry HER … Read More
2023-07-18 14:38
Cardamom is probably my single favorite spice in the kitchen. Not that I use it for a huge variety of things (lots of Indian recipes but also, as an aside, it's worth making cardamom rolls… Read More
2023-07-18 14:23
A vetiver by the prolific budget frag house of Dana. Green, grassy, simple. Some wood notes at the base. Enjoyable, no problems here Read More
2023-07-18 14:04
Hello guys.
My 100ml bottle of YSL LNDL "Le Parfum" I bought about 6 years ago is almost finished so one week ago I bought a new one.
I am really bad describing scents, but this one seems to… Read More
2023-07-18 13:49
Foreword:
1. Why the Companion? Basically, I am trying to date a Monsieur Balmain. I noticed several threads have raised the question; yet it seems no full-scale guide can be found here or e… Read More
2023-07-18 13:03
Hi all! If possible I'd like to see if we can gather a little list of suppliers who make artisanal materials on Etsy.
I am aware that most products on there are fake, and as such, it might b… Read More
2023-07-18 10:01
Excited to be trying this tomorrow. Got a sample the last time I was in the UK. The notes suggest a Conehead type of scent. Let's see if it delivers! Top Notes: Lemon Primofiore, Bergam… Read More
2023-07-18 03:33
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Today I am wearing: Wenge by Azagury Read More
2023-07-18 03:00
I loathe aquatics /ozonics - the ketchup of perfumery. Even in small doses, when I detect them in a perfume, it's game over.
"Yeah, but maybe those perfumes were made by idiots. Calone is al… Read More
2023-07-18 02:50
Hi,
I am looking for a scent similar to escada magnetism for men since it is no longer available. Any suggestions? Preferably with good longevity. Thanks Read More
2023-07-18 02:20
Hello everyone,
So I've been testing and sampling hundreds of fragrances in the last 8 years.
But everytime I come back to my beloved Chanel Allure Homme.
Every 1,5 year, here strikes the f… Read More
2023-07-18 02:10
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Today I am wearing: Wenge by Azagury
By… Read More
2023-07-18 01:26
I know that the Aventus batch discussions are tiring. That's why I don't want to talk about it. If you smelled the Original Creed Aventus (2010-2013) (OCA), you probably will know what I'm l… Read More
2023-07-17 22:15
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2023-07-17 16:00
hi friends,
whats your favorite of the two and why ?
thanks ! Read More
2023-07-17 15:54
I have a perfume company and I wish to design my own perfume Read More
2023-07-17 15:42
I've been writing the history of the Thousand Islands, and yesterday had the opportunity to tour Singer Castle on Dark Island. While it's further away from what's deemed "Millionaire's Row,"… Read More
2023-07-17 15:09
I don't have Hermes store within a driving distance , so I cannot try them. I also hear they have poor longevity ? Is that right. Please advise Read More
2023-07-17 14:40
Time for a discussion of the only SL scent that I own -- Chêne.
Nice notes -- Top: Sap notes, Cedar Crystals, Black Thyme
Heart: Silver Birch, Rum, Beeswax, Oak
Base: "Undergrowth" not… Read More
2023-07-17 13:22
Here is a somewhat obscure scent by a Canadian fashion designer of the 1990's. Discontinued -- I found it on the clearance shelf of a drugstore.
Has a crisp and refreshing opening of citrus… Read More
2023-07-17 13:20
BN notes are minimalist: basil, herbal notes.
Another site lists--Top: basil
Mid: caraway and woodsy notes
Base: vetiver and cedar
Yet another site says -- basil, thyme, cedar and vetiver
Re… Read More
2023-07-17 13:17
Notes: basil and other herbs (thyme?, oregano?), cedar and other woody notes, vetiver.
A discontinued gem from Diptyque, only available in boutiques by special request. A shame, this is a… Read More
2023-07-17 03:24
I vaguely remember a bottle of "Roman Brio" in our bathroom back in the mid 1970s. Who made this and how did it smell? God bless Read More
2023-07-17 03:22
Just noticing some new price increases at Le Labo. I believe the prices at Frederic Malle have also risen recently, but I'm not as familiar. Both brands are owned by Estee Lauder. Le Labo 10… Read More
2023-07-17 03:02
Saw just now Atelier Cologne travel set 5 x 10 ml listed in Candles for $48:
https://www.fragrancenet.com/candles/atelier-cologne/atelier-cologne-variety/5-piece-deluxe-discovery-set-w… Read More
2023-07-17 02:55
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Today I am wearing: Queen Rose Attar by… Read More
2023-07-17 02:32
Hello to all. I own both of the subject fragrances and they are probably my favorites at the moment. I enjoy the fragrance of tobacco and the longevity of the Mancera. Would anyone be able t… Read More
2023-07-17 02:05
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Today I am wearing: Queen Rose Attar by… Read More
2023-07-17 02:00
I just noticed this on macys.com; geez ethos flew under the radar. Anyone sampled this yet? The notes do sound interesting I am a sucker for iris… Read More
2023-07-17 01:28
Living in Malaysia where temperature is usually 30 degree Celsius with 80% humidity. How many sprays of creed aventus should one spray(and where, clothes or skin, or both?) and how long a pr… Read More
2023-07-17 00:17
For any of you who have a bottle of this (or remember your bottle well):
There are 2 distinctly different labels of the backs of bottles I have seen for sale. I've attached them both.
What's… Read More
2023-07-16 21:56
What are your thoughts on these suggested niche fall/winter fragrances for my collection?
Yes, I know, fall and winter aren't here yet, but I really want to prepare my frag wardrobe before t… Read More
2023-07-16 21:36
So I’m formulating for a candle application and those who are familiar with White Company’s Cassis candle, it’s one of my favourites.
I want to achieve a blackcurrant frui… Read More
2023-07-16 19:35
This lemon perfume is lauded as vastly more potent than other citrus perfumes. I myself can agree for the most part.
Do you have a guess as to what Profumum Roma is doing in the formula to a… Read More
2023-07-16 14:56
besides citrus oils (and other materials containing high percentages of limonene and linalool)?
also, is there any reliable way to tell if a particular material has oxidized? Read More
2023-07-16 14:08
This is a gorgeous scent, and I am surprised that I am the only one to review it on BN.* It deserves more attention. It is a beautiful orange blossom scent, and the rosemary gives it a bit… Read More
2023-07-16 11:10
I recently got the newish Cire Trudon candle "Sous Un Ciel De Pétales" which is a light fresh jasmine with a woody base and I was thinking I'd love a fragrance that smells like this… Read More
2023-07-16 09:17
Hi All, I'm interested in purchasing a bottle of Tsarina, but I see three different strengths - EDP, Parfum, and Intensivo for sale. I once read somewhere, but I can't remember where, that t… Read More
2023-07-16 07:53
Hi all! I'm currently enjoying the soggy weather in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and just wanted to say hello. I've only been getting into the fragrances seriously for the past 8 months-1 year… Read More
2023-07-16 07:44
Hey guys,
I am accessing site from USA, but this site/forum is extremely slow, where are the servers located in? Read More
2023-07-16 07:32
I am seeing alot of Tom Ford perfumes selling for ~100ish USD for full-size bottles even 100ml...
And even new in box / sealed...
Are these legit? or fake or selling stolen goods? Insider se… Read More
2023-07-16 02:09
What have you bought lately in the way of creams, lotions, body oil or any other ancillary type body care products, perfumed or unperfumed? What do you recommend—or not?
I can start of… Read More
2023-07-16 02:07
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Today I am wearing: Passion Dance for Hi… Read More
2023-07-16 00:17
Backstory - I love lily of the valley. Of all flowers, it is the most intoxicating. Even though I place a high accord on gardenias and roses (and many others), LOTV is on top because it had… Read More
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