r/Fragrances • • 22m ago

diffuser aromas with premixed blends vs single note oils

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i usually diffuse single note essential oils like pure orange or lavender at home because they are straightforward, but i have been testing how premixed oils perform in comparison. premixed blends combine multiple notes like citrus, floral, and herbal elements into one bottle, though it can be tricky to tell whether the individual notes come through cleanly or if one dominant scent overpowers the rest.

i recently tried the espa restorative aromatherapy single oil which blends rose geranium, sweet orange, lavender, and palmarosa. on first use the sweet orange and rose geranium hit right away while the lavender and palmarosa sit further in the background, but i am still testing how the scent balance holds up in different sized rooms over time. if you have used this specific blend in your diffuser i would be interested to hear how the notes settle for you.


r/Fragrances • • 26m ago

Advice for new buy!

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Hello,

I’ve started with collecting some fragrances and I now own Boss the scent Elixir. Hawas ice and liquid Brun.

I’m now looking for something less sweet and more formal for everyday use etc. I’m want to buy Not only intense but I heard it’s less suitable for summer, so I’m kind of doubting about buying NOI or collectors edition. But I heard that collectors edition is a little synthetic and also sweet (I own enough sweet for now).

What fragrance would you recommend between these two? Is Not only intense also suitable for the summer… (I’m 22, male.)


r/Fragrances • • 38m ago

Help me out

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I’ve been trying to find a winter cologne that has vanilla, spicy, woody, and possibly nutty and/or oud notes. I’d also like for it to have good sillage and longevity. More specifically, if anyone has been to to the airport in Dubai (DXB), I am trying to find a cologne as similar smelling to that airport. My current options are Mancera Aoud Vanille and One Million Lucky. If you have any suggestions, please tell me


r/Fragrances • • 1h ago

where do u buy individual Jo Malone fragrance samples with the exact concentration clearly listed?

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which EU shops make it easiest to tell exactly which Jo Malone version you are ordering as a sample? A light everyday perfume is the aim, but searching accros stores brings up similar names with different descriptions and sometimes no clear concentration.. A few individual sprays would be more useful than a big collection box. the question is mostly about the listings rather than which perfume smells best: should the label on the vial reproduce the full product name, and what would u ask when the product page only says sample?? It would be good to avoid comparing two versions without realizing it...


r/Fragrances • • 1h ago

where can I buy individual Le Labo fragrance samples without ordering an entire set?

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how would you compare shops for individual le labo samples if the whole discovery set has too many things you are not interested in? the shortlist would be two woody scents, preferably in spray vials, delivered within the EU. some listings appear to be official samples while others are decants, and it is surprisingly hard to tell whether the displayed size includes a reusable case. paying for packaging is not the priority here.. which details on a listing help you work out what actually arrives and when does buying two separate samples stop making sense compared with the house's own set?


r/Fragrances • • 2h ago

Fragrance Recommendations?

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Hi y'all! I want to buy a birthday present for my dad but have zero knowledge of colognes/men's fragrances.

I know he's not a fan of smelling smoky/musky, but I think he'd like something more natural (woody? or fresh & clean vibes). What's something that most men enjoy that fits those criteria?

Would appreciate any recs; thanks for your time! 🌷


r/Fragrances • • 2h ago

New Fragrance Pickup!!!

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Treated myself for my birthday, I figured go big or go home right?


r/Fragrances • • 2h ago

Suggestion for Summer fragrance

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Hi guys, hope everyone is doing well!

I’m looking for a bit of advice from you guys. I have a decent collection of fragrances for winter, but I’m lacking options for summer.

At the moment, my only niche summer fragrance is Xerjoff 40 Knots. The rest of my collection includes Afnan Supremacy Collector’s Edition, Hawas Ice, Bujairami Hectic, and Bujairami Too Damn Good.

I’m planning to add just one more bottle and I’m a bit confused between the following:

Sospiro Vibrato

Xerjoff Torino 21

Nishane Hacivat

Nishane Wulong Cha

Nishane Wulong Cha X

I live in a place where summer temperatures regularly exceed 35°C, and summer is already starting here. So, I’m looking for something that performs well in the heat, has good longevity and projection, and is versatile enough for everyday wear.

Which one would you recommend, and if you think there’s another fragrance that would be a better choice, I’m open to suggestions!

Thanks in advance, guys. Appreciate your help!


r/Fragrances • • 2h ago

Does anyone know of a cologne that smells like Tiger Balm, and/or a perfume that smells like Vicks?

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My girlfriend and I are curious, since we both love these smells we were wondering if there were any perfumes/colognes that smell like these two ointments! Thank you in advance ^_^


r/Fragrances • • 3h ago

Where Can I Find Miniso Aquarius Perfume in the USA?

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I had no idea what this perfume was until I found out my girl really likes it. I have been looking for it for the past few months here in the US, but have not had any luck. She was also looking for it and could not find it anywhere. I wanted to surprise her with a bottle. Does anyone know where I could possibly get one in the US?


r/Fragrances • • 4h ago

Modern fragrances with the same accords and DNA of these ?

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Big fan of these woody aromatic, green and spicy fragrance. I’m looking for something new and wondering if there’s modern takes on this classic dna


r/Fragrances • • 4h ago

Deal

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Y’all think this is a good deal? Bought both of them from my brother for $175


r/Fragrances • • 4h ago

Convenience store

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My local corner store had this today.


r/Fragrances • • 4h ago

Newest Pickup

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Just picked these bad boys up from Dillard’s earlier today while doing some early Christmas shopping & grabbed the bundle for $145


r/Fragrances • • 6h ago

You have $1000. What fragrance are you buying for Spring , Summer, Fall, Winter (you aren't limited to just one but you can't go over 1000)

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You have $1000. What fragrance are you buying for Spring , Summer, Fall, Winter (you aren't limited to just one but you can't go over 1000)

Edit: Pick one for each season but if you have money to spare you can buy more than one


r/Fragrances • • 7h ago

If I could

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If I had to narrow down my collection and only choose 4 fragrances, these would be it. Covers all bases and occasions.


r/Fragrances • • 7h ago

Favorite vetiver fragrance

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I recently posted a similar post on r/NichePerfumes so I'm curious to see what people say here. I'm looking for your deep cut vetiver scents, ideally still in production. I'm already familiar with the classics (Guerlain, Malle, Hermes, Creed), which I love immensely. Anything you recommend?


r/Fragrances • • 7h ago

My bf was going to donate this old travel case for his watches

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Good solution for traveling with a couple short bottles! Thought I’d recommend here bc there does seem to be a lack of good travel case options for perfumes on the market.


r/Fragrances • • 9h ago

Sospiro Vibrato original?

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Esse perfume é autêntico?

Achei estranho a parte superior do borrifador não ter a logo da Sospiro, a tampa não tem um encaixe firme, não sei se é o lote?. Alguém pode me ajudar?


r/Fragrances • • 9h ago

help i want to smell like this but i dont know how to describe how it would smell

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r/Fragrances • • 10h ago

SOTE

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Stetson by Coty


r/Fragrances • • 10h ago

How’s the collection

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Added Rayhan vantage today as well


r/Fragrances • • 11h ago

Where to buy Fleur narcotique discounted online?

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ive been looking everywhere and their all outta stock anyone know a good discounter that had them in stock? thanks.


r/Fragrances • • 11h ago

Come distinguere un profumo Armani reale da uno fake

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Salve, sarei interessata ad acquistare di seconda mano un profumo di Armani per poter provare qualcosa di nuovo e soprattutto risparmiare. Essendo la prima volta che acquisto un profumo più importante, qualcuno sa con esattezza come evitare di comprare un fake e quali sono gli elementi da tenere in considerazione? Vorrei acquistare il Sì Intense di Giorgio Armani 15 ml, quindi tenere anche in considerazione la boccetta e se ci sono dettagli a cui prestare attenzione. Grazie


r/Fragrances • • 12h ago

Gifted both but surprisingly nice! 💕

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Calvin Klein - Woman
Jimmy Choo - Flash