Tag: Fragrance
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On fragrance in skincare
If you watch many skincare influencers, fragrance is the worst possible thing that you can ever have in your skincare. Anything that has a fragrance is destroying your skin. That might seem extreme, but it matches their energy. If you let them tell it, fragrance is an unnecessary skincare ingredient. Let’s be real. Fragrance costs…
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There’s more to the virality of Baccarat Rouge 540
If you haven’t heard of the fragrance Baccarat Rouge 540 (BR540), I would like to know where you live. Is it possible that you just never get data, or perhaps you are completely out of wifi range? I am surprised you’re able to read this post. The truth is that the fragrance from Maison Francis…
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Martin Margiela Replica (fragrances) for a dream
As I was browsing the Norstrom page for new releases, I gasped and immedieatly clicked. There were new fragrances by Martin Margiela Replica. I must admit, the thing the most triggered my interest was a new bottle design. The two new scents, Soul of a Forest and Dancing in the Moonlight featured a departure from…
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Metal Flower, by the Harmonist is the floral fragrance for me
Metal Flower by The Harmonist smells like a soft floral, at odds with the chill outside. I enjoy how bright it smells. When I first spray it, it feels rather plain, but it starts to develop more and more on me into something more delicate. There is something pretty about this fragrance, that I enjoy…
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Father Figure by Phlur does not smell how I would expect
I had been waiting patiently for this day. I finally tried Father Figure from Phlur. Listen, if you tell me that fig is one of the notes in a fragrance, then you have instantly captured my attention. On my skin this smells like a blend of the fruity fig and floral additions and a bit…
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What should we hope to see from Max Mara fragrances?
I have seen multiple news sources covering the story that Shiseido has been granted the license to product Max Mara fragrances. My thought was, “Wait, they make fragrance?” The brand known for the Teddy coat and luxury outerwear generally, they make fragrances? As of now there is no fragrance on their website. But looking deep…
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It might be time to stop spraying your fragrance
Some of you out there have a problem. You are an oversprayer. You are going around, choking people out with your fragrance and we don’t appreciate it. As part of your rehabilitation, I suggest you switch your application method. Maybe it’s time for you to stop spraying all together. Often you can find your favorite…
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This lighter version Love Don’t Be Shy was what I needed
I remember when I first tried Love Don’t Be Shy, it was off putting. It was so fragrant that it was overpowering, and I was happy when it finally dried down and started to dissipate. It seems the house of Kilian created this eau fraiche version just for me. Love Don’t Be Shy Eau Fraiche…
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Let’s talk about Cassili by Parfums de Marly
Just looking at the bottle of Cassili from Parfums de Marly, I expected something fruity, definitely smelling strongly of peach. I can tell you now there is no peach, and I’m disappointed. But I duped myself, so that’s what I get for judging based on appearances alone. When I sprayed the fragrance, I could tell…
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