I really enjoyed listening to your reviews, especially those on Amouage. You are a great reviewer, charismatic, with a sense of humor. Your reviews are honest and genuine. As someone else said, they are a rare gem on this platform.
Dr Ben, I have truly enjoyed That Cologne Guy! Your a great speaker, thorough in your research, the kindest smile, very knowledgeable, and hilarious!! It was a JOY to follow you! Thanks for the memories.
Rosie's thoughtful meter: 100 Thank you for watching many episodes over the years! And for watching Natalia's episodes too! You are always thoughtful, kind, and considerate!
Dr Ben!! I want to thank you for introducing me to world of fragrance! Thank you for teaching me how to properly apply fragrance, about lasting scents and just the interesting facts of fragrance I would have otherwise not known! Your voice is buttah to me ears!! Forever a fan of you Bench!! 🤩That ending though… 😭😭😭😭😭😭
You are very welcome, Sandy! I appreciate your kind words and it is mutual...forever a fan of you, Joe, and Mr. Pineapples. I appreciate you watching until the end! :)
Sure sad you letting this go, but I understand. Your crisp, unbiased and easily understood evaluations have been great for me. Hoping that your next efforts will be just as great. Best of luck!
I’m very sorry to learn that you no longer make videos. I just discovered your channel today. You have left a valuable depository of information about fragrances. But, I understand that this is a time-consuming endeavour. Please rest assured that your videos will always be appreciated, even if by a small audience. Anything that is done with love and dedication has great lasting value.
Hey thanks! I really appreciate that. I am not sure if you will see this, but actually - hold that thought. :) I have an update coming on the channel next month. It's a surprise, but you can probably guess what it will be. For now, subscribe to the channel and I'll be updating in September. Thanks again for your kind words. I really appreciate it!
Hey mate, I've just started watching your videos and have found them great, particularly the amouage library collection which didnt have much info out there. I hope you're doing well and props to you for staying honest in this space.
Thanks so much, michaela8690! I appreciate your kind words. I am so happy you enjoyed the library collection reviews as much as I enjoyed making them. It was an honor and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Doing well here, thanks. I hope you are doing well and may 2024 be all that you want it to be.
Most of my Amouage fragrances I bought after watching your reviews. I’m really sad about your decision 😢 All the love from Kuwait🙏🏽 You will be missed brother
I am so happy you got some Amouage for yourself! Which one do you enjoy the most? Thanks for sending love from Kuwait! My favorite thing about the channel was just reading comments from people all over the world. Thank you for your kind words - I appreciate them.
Catching up on things and came back to this, noooooooo :( Your measured, calm, witty, and sincere reviews are such a rare gem on a platform increasingly catering to who can be Loudest. Your content remains an island of candor and delight. Pleased to have crossed paths with you through Osmanthe Yunnan - wishing you all the best in your future endeavors. May your collection give you many long years of enjoyment!
Hi silkselkie! I appreciate your kind words and it's wonderful to hear from you! Yes, me too. You are a very gifted writer - your descriptions are incredible. Thank you - been enjoying Jaïpur recently. You said it well - the platform caters to the loudest, and I would add those with huge collections, and giveaways. I really enjoyed each and every episode and I am so happy we crossed paths!
Oh, man, that’s a huge shame. I first discovered your channel when I was l researching the differences between Boucheron Jaipur EDP and EDT. Your video was super helpful. From then on I was subscribed and really enjoyed your videos. I still hope you don’t completely quit and do occasional fragrance videos/revisits without a schedule, but I think I’m just selfish! Wish you all the best and thanks for the content you’ve already created!
Hi OmarZ77! I LOVED doing those reviews. Jaïpur is an amazing fragrance. I am so happy to hear it was helpful to you. Make sure you subscribe to Loc'd Scents...he is going to have me on next month. Thanks and all the best to you too!
Hi Justin_theTsar! I really appreciate you comment. I seem to be more popular when I don't film episodes! ha ha Welcome to the channel and let me know if you have any questions. Also, if you see this, let me know if there is something you particularly enjoy about the channel. If I do come back, I'll have to make changes, and I appreciate your insight. Thanks again and have a great week!
@@ThatCologneGuy I like that you don't sell out and like that you even review old school fragrences too. Would love more of that if you ever decide to do more videos.
Sorry to see you go, but thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication to this hobby. Very sad to see you go because there are so few fellow hobbyists I follow these days because the fragrance community isn't what it used to be for all the reasons you mentioned; it's become a bunch of influencers who are more concerned with clicks & likes and making a buck than sharing this hobby. Much appreciated.
Thanks, Jim! I greatly appreciate your comment. I have to agree, the influencers have taken over or people who really invest in the hobby. I had the time of my life doing these reviews. I appreciated chatting with awesome people like you. All the best, Ben
Hi Carl! Isn't L'instant amazing?! I am honored you checked out my channel. Thank you so much! I wasn't the best reviewer, but I did do every episode from the heart. All the best, Ben
@@ThatCologneGuy it is masterfully done. I have only smelled the newest formulations of the guerlains. They still stand out even though I can tell that they must have been downgraded a bit.
A love of fragrance is such a niche hobby and the youtube community is so saturated. Its so tough to get a foot hold, Im sure. Recently found you and have enjoyed your talks. Best of luck ! :/
That was one of the most dramatic signing off. I appreciate you being honest and sincere. No matter what just be true to yourself and keep doing what you love in life. All you need will find you then. Wish you very Good luck. Cheers 🎉
Well Ben as the curtain comes down and the swan song ensues ,I would just like to say I’ve enjoyed and appreciated you, and your channel a lot and I thank you for that🙏. And if I may say you gave everything you reviewed it’s fair dues and then some 👏🏻👏🏻. I enjoyed your wit and banter and I really enjoyed getting to know you and your takes on fragrances across the board . If I can some you up in one word ,it would be “CLASS “ yeah that’s the word ,your a class guy Ben ,god bless and god’s speed .see ya round buddy 👏🏻✌️🙏👍
Thanks, Bren, for your kind words! The feeling is mutual. It sincerely is. Thanks for the compliments...we've enjoyed some great chats over the months...if you are on Instagram, follow me there as I will keep it open. If not, shoot me a comment in here if you ever come near Chicago. Would love to meet up for a Guinness or three. All the best, my friend.
@@ThatCologneGuy cheers Ben , same offer applies if you ever get to little old Ireland 🇮🇪, the isle of saints and scholars as it was called ,then along came Guinness and that all went out the window hahaha 😝👍
I started the day the video posted. But i couldn't finish it. 12 days later, i finished. Bummed to see you go bit so happy it was on your terms and i am going to miss your videos. You inspire me and make me hope my RUclips can be as half as successful as yours has been. Dr. Ben, love you and you will still be asked to join our ragtag team of hosts from time to time. After all, butta makes everything betta.
Thanks for watching all the way, Jamie! I greatly appreciate your kind words and I equally appreciate that I will still get to see you, Joe, and Sandy from time-to-time! Un abrazo.
Julio!!! Subscriber Brian and I were just talking about you!!! Actually, you will see me before we enter the pearly gates (hint hint). It's always wonderful to hear from you, my friend! I hope you are doing well. Any new frags you're rocking?
@@ThatCologneGuy YEAH EYE KANT STOP BUYING LOL... MY DRUGZ OF CHOICE LATELY... GIARDINO BENESSERE MISTER COLONIA... ROBERT PIGUET FUTUR... ALL SAINTS LEATHER SKIES... EMIR CEDRAT ESSENCE... OBVIOUS UN PATCHOULI... BOTTEGA VENETA BOIS NU... JACQUES FATH VELOURS BOISE. LATTAFA VINTAGE RADIO... BOSS BOTTLED ELIXIR... CHOPARD LEMON DULCI.... CHOPARD CEDAR MALAKI... CHROME PARFUM... ALL FOUR FRUM BRIONI.... LE COUVENT HATTAI... ATTAR COLLECTION KHALTAT NIGHT.... PROFUMO DI FIRENZE OBSCURUS.... FRASSAI TIAN DI.... JUST A FEW MY G...
Thank you so much, Brian! You brought so much to this channel. Not just sending the bottles, but also all the comments and feedback. I appreciate it, man!
You are not bad looking and you have charisma. If you are doing a good thing then you are taking that away from the world if you quit. The world is the world. It is fake, superficial, empty and quite sinful. Only a small percentage of people appreciate authenticity. So, what were you expecting? Be a light for those who seek your opinion. Don’t give up.
Point well taken. I think what affected me more was just the lack of response...like when I would ask for your SOTD or what your thoughts are, I often didn't get any response or very little. I should probably just get past that, though. I appreciate you reaching out.
@@ThatCologneGuy I will be honest I took watching your channel for granted. Be authentic for who you are. To quote Kevin Costner, if you build it..they will come. Anyway, I would be grateful if you were to come back!
What do you mean by final video ?? Comeon man do you shower daily ?? Do you talk to your friends daily ? Spending 15 min talking for free is impossible ? Please re think
:) For the record, I do shower daily, and I do talk to my friends daily. ha ha I will rethink and I appreciate your comment. Thanks for stopping by the channel and have a great week! Ben
You should have done *•MORE•* RUclips ✦shorts✦ RUclips shorts gets your channel name in the eyes and ears of those frag lovers that never knew your channel existed. Anyway have a great FRAG retirement 🙂
I'm a rebel in that sense...I just couldn't get over my enjoyment with the longer ones. I had so much fun doing them! Thanks so much for the comment and well-wishes!
I really enjoyed listening to your reviews, especially those on Amouage. You are a great reviewer, charismatic, with a sense of humor. Your reviews are honest and genuine. As someone else said, they are a rare gem on this platform.
Hi Sabina! Wonderful to see you again and I appreciate your kind words! So kind of you to leave a comment - mulțumesc!
Dr Ben,
I have truly enjoyed That Cologne Guy! Your a great speaker, thorough in your research, the kindest smile, very knowledgeable, and hilarious!! It was a JOY to follow you! Thanks for the memories.
Rosie's thoughtful meter: 100 Thank you for watching many episodes over the years! And for watching Natalia's episodes too! You are always thoughtful, kind, and considerate!
God bless you and your future endeavors my friend.
Thank you, Brian, and same to you! I wish you all the best. I'll keep the channel open so if you watch an old episode, drop me a comment!
No, don’t go!!!! What am I gonna watch on fridays!
You can go back and watch my old episodes!
Dr Ben!! I want to thank you for introducing me to world of fragrance! Thank you for teaching me how to properly apply fragrance, about lasting scents and just the interesting facts of fragrance I would have otherwise not known! Your voice is buttah to me ears!! Forever a fan of you Bench!! 🤩That ending though… 😭😭😭😭😭😭
You are very welcome, Sandy! I appreciate your kind words and it is mutual...forever a fan of you, Joe, and Mr. Pineapples. I appreciate you watching until the end! :)
thaks and very good luck!!
Thank you, I appreciate it and you!
Sure sad you letting this go, but I understand. Your crisp, unbiased and easily understood evaluations have been great for me. Hoping that your next efforts will be just as great. Best of luck!
Thanks, Randy! I appreciate that you watched episodes over the years and your kind words here. I am so glad you learned a bit from the channel!
I’m very sorry to learn that you no longer make videos. I just discovered your channel today. You have left a valuable depository of information about fragrances. But, I understand that this is a time-consuming endeavour. Please rest assured that your videos will always be appreciated, even if by a small audience. Anything that is done with love and dedication has great lasting value.
Hey thanks! I really appreciate that. I am not sure if you will see this, but actually - hold that thought. :) I have an update coming on the channel next month. It's a surprise, but you can probably guess what it will be. For now, subscribe to the channel and I'll be updating in September. Thanks again for your kind words. I really appreciate it!
You’ve made some good friends for sure!
I did...great people.
Thank you for your service 🫡
Thanks, Alejandro! (and there is an update on the channel coming next month, so stay tuned!)
@@ThatCologneGuy I appreciate the update. I'm excited 👍👍
Hey mate, I've just started watching your videos and have found them great, particularly the amouage library collection which didnt have much info out there. I hope you're doing well and props to you for staying honest in this space.
Thanks so much, michaela8690! I appreciate your kind words. I am so happy you enjoyed the library collection reviews as much as I enjoyed making them. It was an honor and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Doing well here, thanks. I hope you are doing well and may 2024 be all that you want it to be.
Man, i appreciate your honest reviews, i wish you the best !
Thanks so much! I am glad you did and thank you for watching my episodes. It means a lot.
Thank you for your channel Ben... Your channel had such a great run and I loved your Amouage reviews brother... Amouage Fan Boys Unite! 🤜🤛🏻
You're welcome! Check out my wardrobe on fragrantica....if you want some samples, just let me know.
When you took a he picture down I cried!😢
You might be one of the select few that made it that far into the episode. ha ha
Got a little sentimental too Debbie
This is sad. Good luck, man.
Thanks, man! Update coming soon.
Most of my Amouage fragrances I bought after watching your reviews.
I’m really sad about your decision 😢
All the love from Kuwait🙏🏽
You will be missed brother
I am so happy you got some Amouage for yourself! Which one do you enjoy the most? Thanks for sending love from Kuwait! My favorite thing about the channel was just reading comments from people all over the world. Thank you for your kind words - I appreciate them.
Catching up on things and came back to this, noooooooo :(
Your measured, calm, witty, and sincere reviews are such a rare gem on a platform increasingly catering to who can be Loudest. Your content remains an island of candor and delight.
Pleased to have crossed paths with you through Osmanthe Yunnan - wishing you all the best in your future endeavors. May your collection give you many long years of enjoyment!
Hi silkselkie! I appreciate your kind words and it's wonderful to hear from you! Yes, me too. You are a very gifted writer - your descriptions are incredible. Thank you - been enjoying Jaïpur recently. You said it well - the platform caters to the loudest, and I would add those with huge collections, and giveaways. I really enjoyed each and every episode and I am so happy we crossed paths!
Ohh I’m so glad you will still be a guest host.
Thanks, Kara!
Oh, man, that’s a huge shame. I first discovered your channel when I was l researching the differences between Boucheron Jaipur EDP and EDT. Your video was super helpful.
From then on I was subscribed and really enjoyed your videos. I still hope you don’t completely quit and do occasional fragrance videos/revisits without a schedule, but I think I’m just selfish!
Wish you all the best and thanks for the content you’ve already created!
Hi OmarZ77! I LOVED doing those reviews. Jaïpur is an amazing fragrance. I am so happy to hear it was helpful to you. Make sure you subscribe to Loc'd Scents...he is going to have me on next month. Thanks and all the best to you too!
I just discovered this channel. Hope you decide to do more reviews some day
Hi Justin_theTsar! I really appreciate you comment. I seem to be more popular when I don't film episodes! ha ha Welcome to the channel and let me know if you have any questions. Also, if you see this, let me know if there is something you particularly enjoy about the channel. If I do come back, I'll have to make changes, and I appreciate your insight. Thanks again and have a great week!
@@ThatCologneGuy I like that you don't sell out and like that you even review old school fragrences too. Would love more of that if you ever decide to do more videos.
Duly noted. Thanks, bro! I appreciate the feedback. Again, enjoy the episodes!
Sorry to see you go, but thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication to this hobby. Very sad to see you go because there are so few fellow hobbyists I follow these days because the fragrance community isn't what it used to be for all the reasons you mentioned; it's become a bunch of influencers who are more concerned with clicks & likes and making a buck than sharing this hobby. Much appreciated.
Thanks, Jim! I greatly appreciate your comment. I have to agree, the influencers have taken over or people who really invest in the hobby. I had the time of my life doing these reviews. I appreciated chatting with awesome people like you. All the best, Ben
You’ll be missed
Thanks, Michael!
Oh man. I just saw your MFK BR540 review. Hoping for you saying, "Baccarat Rouge" ala Alain Delon. Bonjour & Bon Chance!
:) I love saying "Baccarat Rouge!" Merci beaucoup. I appreciate your kind words. All the best, Ben
I just found your channel in search for L instant opinions. It was a fantastic review. Dont quit please 😢
Hi Carl! Isn't L'instant amazing?! I am honored you checked out my channel. Thank you so much! I wasn't the best reviewer, but I did do every episode from the heart. All the best, Ben
@@ThatCologneGuy it is masterfully done. I have only smelled the newest formulations of the guerlains. They still stand out even though I can tell that they must have been downgraded a bit.
They have, but I agree...still adore them. How I wish they wouldn't do reformulations!
You are great reviewer, educated, charismatic, realistic and very very normal looking man 😊 👍 But 99% rest of the World are mainstream unfortunately😢
:) Thank you, I guess? ha ha Thanks for your kind words and for watching my episodes.
A love of fragrance is such a niche hobby and the youtube community is so saturated. Its so tough to get a foot hold, Im sure. Recently found you and have enjoyed your talks. Best of luck ! :/
You said it well. It was certainly tough and reviewers can be pretty closed off. I am so happy you enjoyed my talks and best of luck to you, too!
Thank you for your honest reviews and best wishes for the future.
Thanks, Steve! I appreciate the note. Happy holidays to you!
That was one of the most dramatic signing off. I appreciate you being honest and sincere. No matter what just be true to yourself and keep doing what you love in life. All you need will find you then. Wish you very Good luck. Cheers 🎉
Thanks so much for watching the finale! Thank you and good luck to you as well in your future endeavors.
Well Ben as the curtain comes down and the swan song ensues ,I would just like to say I’ve enjoyed and appreciated you, and your channel a lot and I thank you for that🙏. And if I may say you gave everything you reviewed it’s fair dues and then some 👏🏻👏🏻. I enjoyed your wit and banter and I really enjoyed getting to know you and your takes on fragrances across the board . If I can some you up in one word ,it would be “CLASS “ yeah that’s the word ,your a class guy Ben ,god bless and god’s speed .see ya round buddy 👏🏻✌️🙏👍
Thanks, Bren, for your kind words! The feeling is mutual. It sincerely is. Thanks for the compliments...we've enjoyed some great chats over the months...if you are on Instagram, follow me there as I will keep it open. If not, shoot me a comment in here if you ever come near Chicago. Would love to meet up for a Guinness or three. All the best, my friend.
@@ThatCologneGuy cheers Ben , same offer applies if you ever get to little old Ireland 🇮🇪, the isle of saints and scholars as it was called ,then along came Guinness and that all went out the window hahaha 😝👍
I might go over next summer...if I do, I'll let you know!
I started the day the video posted. But i couldn't finish it. 12 days later, i finished.
Bummed to see you go bit so happy it was on your terms and i am going to miss your videos.
You inspire me and make me hope my RUclips can be as half as successful as yours has been.
Dr. Ben, love you and you will still be asked to join our ragtag team of hosts from time to time. After all, butta makes everything betta.
Thanks for watching all the way, Jamie! I greatly appreciate your kind words and I equally appreciate that I will still get to see you, Joe, and Sandy from time-to-time! Un abrazo.
HARD 2 C U GO...U R ONE OF THA BEST EVER....EYE HOPE 2 C U WHEN WE KROSS DAT CHILLY JORDAN
& ENTER INTO THA PEARLY GATES....⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ AZ ALWAYZ
Julio!!! Subscriber Brian and I were just talking about you!!! Actually, you will see me before we enter the pearly gates (hint hint). It's always wonderful to hear from you, my friend! I hope you are doing well. Any new frags you're rocking?
@@ThatCologneGuy YEAH EYE KANT STOP BUYING LOL...
MY DRUGZ OF CHOICE LATELY...
GIARDINO BENESSERE MISTER
COLONIA...
ROBERT PIGUET FUTUR...
ALL SAINTS LEATHER SKIES...
EMIR CEDRAT ESSENCE...
OBVIOUS UN PATCHOULI...
BOTTEGA VENETA BOIS NU...
JACQUES FATH VELOURS BOISE.
LATTAFA VINTAGE RADIO...
BOSS BOTTLED ELIXIR...
CHOPARD LEMON DULCI....
CHOPARD CEDAR MALAKI...
CHROME PARFUM...
ALL FOUR FRUM BRIONI....
LE COUVENT HATTAI...
ATTAR COLLECTION KHALTAT
NIGHT....
PROFUMO DI FIRENZE OBSCURUS....
FRASSAI TIAN DI....
JUST A FEW MY G...
Oh man, you are living the dream! Bet you are loving the two Chopards!
@@ThatCologneGuy YEAH CHOPARD MAKES QUALITY FRAGZ AT INSANE PRICES...
It's been great seeing your comment, Julio! I missed your all caps and 'EYE' for I!!! :)
I really enjoyed your reviews and your sense of humour. Still don’t understand the sporting CP sweater ahah are you Portuguese? All the best!
ha ha Sporting como tu não há iguale! ha ha Same to you, Andre!
Ben, just wanted you to know I have truly enjoyed your channel and reviews. You will be missed my friend.
Thank you so much, Brian! You brought so much to this channel. Not just sending the bottles, but also all the comments and feedback. I appreciate it, man!
Thank you for a fun 6 years Ben.
Thank YOU for watching every episode.
You are not bad looking and you have charisma. If you are doing a good thing then you are taking that away from the world if you quit. The world is the world. It is fake, superficial, empty and quite sinful. Only a small percentage of people appreciate authenticity. So, what were you expecting? Be a light for those who seek your opinion. Don’t give up.
I really appreciate your thoughts, iamlove5325! Rereading them tonight. Thank you.
come back!!
:) I appreciate it, Eric!
@@ThatCologneGuy ten thousand subscribers or one? its what makes a difference.
Point well taken. I think what affected me more was just the lack of response...like when I would ask for your SOTD or what your thoughts are, I often didn't get any response or very little. I should probably just get past that, though. I appreciate you reaching out.
@@ThatCologneGuy I will be honest I took watching your channel for granted. Be authentic for who you are. To quote Kevin Costner, if you build it..they will come.
Anyway, I would be grateful if you were to come back!
Thanks for the encouraging words, Eric! No worries on taking it for granted...I am always so happy to hear that people watched the episodes.
What do you mean by final video ?? Comeon man do you shower daily ?? Do you talk to your friends daily ? Spending 15 min talking for free is impossible ? Please re think
:) For the record, I do shower daily, and I do talk to my friends daily. ha ha I will rethink and I appreciate your comment. Thanks for stopping by the channel and have a great week! Ben
@@ThatCologneGuy .. really appreciate. Kindly rethink ! could you pls come up with reviews on middle east houses ? Like we start from amouage?
Check out my main page...I have a whole playlist of Amouage videos...enjoy them!
ruclips.net/channel/UCabG8ZTn_UgPODCyYKUtz7Q
You should have done *•MORE•* RUclips ✦shorts✦
RUclips shorts gets your channel name in the eyes and ears of those frag lovers that never knew your channel existed.
Anyway have a great FRAG retirement 🙂
I'm a rebel in that sense...I just couldn't get over my enjoyment with the longer ones. I had so much fun doing them! Thanks so much for the comment and well-wishes!