I only got into perfumes in my 30s. I was convinced perfume just wasn’t for me for a long time. All of the perfumes I was seeing (Dior, Chanel, Chloe, etc), smelled incredibly similar to me. I still don’t know what it is, but many have a smell that I describe as “generic perfume smell”. I have since discovered some designer perfumes that have a distinct smell, but i really want to know what it is that makes them all smell so similar!
I have the same issue. I've never been much into perfumes, as I couldn't find one that would stand out or suit me that well. I only ever had one perfume that was 100% "Me". After a few years it stopped working with my chemistry and since then, I've never purchased a perfume for myself again. Until recently. Most fragrances still smell so similar to my nose and lack something special or interesting, or are overwhelmingly sweet to me. Men's fragrances on the other hand, have always caught my interest and smell much more exciting to me- maybe I should experiment with those?🤔
@@mashteeh8691Experiment. You like what you like. One reason that male scents are labeled male is because of marketing purposes. Male actors and models are paid to advertiser men’s fragrances. Lots of companies offer small decants. Start buying and testing those. You can start with decants of male scents you like. If that’s too big of a leap, start with unisex scents.
Generic perfume is an expression I have used. I think smelling something like Dior Homme Intense made me realize they didn’t all smell like that basic perfume smell and this the rabbit hole began and then I discovered more off the beaten track scents, followed by niche. That’s said I don’t like it to get too avant grade. I want it to be wearable and I don’t want to be assaulting everyone around me.
They probably smell “generic” because most likely you’re smelling the designer ones (not the private lines), they are produced by the same perfume houses with the same perfumers, probably the same trademarked ingredient is in there and they are not indie niche perfumers making them. That’s my guess. And if you say well even the niche smell the same, then it’s probably because the niche may have come out first and the designers copied. There are only so many fragrance companies (think Firmenich, etc.) so that’s probably why. And the same master perfumers get hired to make designer perfumes. So most likely you need to find small perfume houses owned by the perfumer. Otherwise, I don’t know but it’s worth figuring out what it could be. 🤔
I think, it's the same cocktail of rose, vanilla, jasmine, peony and etc. Cause they are easy to sell, like everyone pleasers) I had the same thoughts until I found niche perfumes
My son thanks you for giving me an outlet to discuss all things scented... He listens because he knows it's important to me but he also rolls his eyes at how quickly my perfume collection has grown. He thinks I'm a perfume hoarder and he might not be wrong!!
I just found your videos but I can provide some context on Glossier You. It went through a reformulation in 2021. The main component that gave the scent throw and longevity was hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (also know as Lyral and a bunch of other names). It’s a known skin sensitizer and allergen. It's very common cause of allergic reactions and a standard part of patch testing for them. As of 2022 it has been banned in the UK. From my research it is also very restricted in EU allowed in limited uses and requires an allergen warning on the package if it is present in the formula over a certain amount (I think it's 0.5% of the total formula). Glossier reformulated to continue to sell "You" in the European and UK markets. Also we don’t know if but more likely when Canada and the US will follow the trend and start restricting use of the material. The reformulated version does have more of the pink pepper and pencil shavings vibes along with not smelling as strong or lasting. However I've found the longer it's aged the better it gets and longer it lasts. It's one of my favorite perfumes and something safe I can always throw on. edit: grammar
Totally agree about the Carolina Herrera bottles being tacky af, I don’t even care how they smell, I don’t want that ugly bottle sitting on my shelf lol
Yes, please do a niche version! I'm with you on everything but Libre. It's not really me, but I feel so pretty and put together when I (rarely) wear it.
I just snagged a tester of Black Opium Le Parfum, 100ml with the cap omg! And it is AMAZING...rich deep without being cloying. SO happy with it. Love your thoughts on these perfumes!!
Its interesting how we all have different scent preferences. I personally hate Black Opium with all my heart it smells like alcohol to me but a lot of people love it. 😂
Big big agree on the "do you boo, wear it if you love it." I dont have a modern palette in terms of fragrance (really I just like it all, but I do love dated fragrances a LOT; my favorite is Passion (an Elizabeth Taylor girl through and through, as least in terms of scent)). We're all just making ourselves feel pretty with smelly water!
Just got a great coffee perfume by Al Rehab, called- French Coffee. And it smells like a lovely creamy, semi sweet coffee. No flowers, no boring ass vanilla. Just coffee. I luv it. 😊
Would love to see a niche version of this. I'm with you on lavender. The only fragrance I really love that has a predominant lavender note is Chanel Jersey.
Black opium was my signature scent when I was a stripper and boy lemme tell you. That one puts men on their knees from my personal experience. But I definitely understand why some reviewers turn up their nose at it for being either too juvenile or too “skanky”. Because they’re not entirely wrong 😅
Ok, I'm not gonna lie I used to be someone that didn't like it. Idk what it was about just letting it sit and trying it 7 years later that made it smell better, but it was definitely a vibe. And yes, I've noticed guys LOVE scents that are a little warm, sweet, and spicy.
I have crystal noir, it smells just like a bubble bath to me, that moment when you sink into it. Very clean and comforting. I love it, and will probably keep one in my collection.
I do consider you my fragrance fair godmother. Because of you I have blind bought more than I would like to admit and I have absolutely loved all of them.
I have recently gotten into fragrance and have gone a little crazy which can be VERY costly. I am 71 and have used fragrance on and off in my life time, at one time Clinque aromatics elixir was my signature scent. People knew it was me they were smelling and it lasted all day. Now I just do not like it as well. I have bought Baccarat 540 and Tom Ford Cherry Smoke and 2 of Victoria Beckhams. also one by Hermes. My question is have you tried any of the Boy Smells, particularly Hinoki Fantome? I really like it but it is a statement! I am still searching for that one scent I LOVE as much as I loved aromatics exlir back in the day:)
Just subscribed…really new to all this and enjoying your take on smelly water 😊🙏 I know this is just a detail but would have loved to see the bottles of these popular perfumes shown on the screen along side the notes…I realized the other day that I notice the bottle before I notice the names when I’m shopping 😅…thanks again for the content and expertise!
You're the only other person I've heard other than myself who said Hypnotic Poison smells like root beer. It turned me off to the caraway note completely. Because of the overhype I almost blind bought the shit and when I finally smelled it in store I was sooo relieved I didn't waste my money. Blind bought crystal noir EDP online and originally hoped I got an old version, but now I hope it's the reformulation that won't eventually smell like baby barf 😂😂 I watch several other fragrance reviewers on YT and am honestly annoyed by most of them but you're easily my new favorite. You seem so humble and honest and I'm here for it! And you're gorgeous!
I may have a soft spot for Black Opium, i just bought the "over red" version which i find absolutely delightful. I also quite like Libre and My Way because i happen to like white florals, but honestly Zara did a wonderful job duping both of those at a fraction of the price so just go get that if you want your every day generic floral (Golden Decade and Sublime Epoque respectively).
For me the most recent big overhype is Burberry Goddess. Not a bad scent in any way, it's just that everyone is raving about it, and I smell something incredibly familiar in it and it's nothing groundbreaking.
Over sprayed myself at Nordstrom, went to a two-hour lunch, and the scent had completely disappeared. Went back to Nordstrom and repurchased the beastly My Burberry. I will not pay nearly $200 for a fragrance that literally dies in two hours.
Love this video! I really would love to see you do a whole video on combining fragrances, and maybe layering products like shower gel and perfumes. I have only done it a couple times, but I think i need a little help figuring it out, as well as getting some examples and ideas for combinations. Thanks for being awesome, as always!
You've quickly become my favorite... Scorp? Sag? Moving on, great, original recommendations, excellent taste in style.. knowledgeable, articulate, and saucy. Well done~
Yes please on the niche version of this video! I love your style and it helps that I have decently similar tastes to yours, I can take some notes on possible fragrances to sample ❤
I loved this. I do find it extremely interesting how much I LOVE the ones you HATE 😂. But it’s such an interesting perspective. My top favorite designer perfume profiles are Libre-esc and Black Opium. Even with niche, I have yet to find anything that’s makes me chose those over my Libre Intense and Black Opium lol oh and I LOVE Coco Mademoiselle 😅😅😅😅😅
Libre Intense is my most favorite. It’s so delicious 😍 But have you tried Black Opium Extreme? It’s probably the best flanker of this perfume. Sooo good!
Lol 😂 I did get interested in cherry 🍒 recently and found Tom Ford didn’t last so I opted for Kayali love fest… hopefully I didn’t smell like a unrinal cake on my last date. Didn’t get any complaints 🍒✨😄… I used to work at Chanel and did enjoy Mademoiselle but I usually only wear it in the summer mixed with Sud Pacific Vanilla Apricot. Didn’t ever get a cleaner vibe off it tho. Excited for the niche reviews!! Haha
Mademoiselle is one my mom always loved - I’m apathetic to it personally but wear it to be reminded of her - and it gets lots of compliments. But I totally get the cleaning reference 😂
What you said about Coco Madamoiselle is what I feel about Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir. I never trashed a decant as quickly and decisively-It’s straight up, airport public restroom!
I’m on the same page with black opium. I found I enjoy both le parfum and the extreme version. I do love libre edp though, and I like that it’s not everyone’s kind of scent. It gives me a mood - I feel focused and productive when I wear it. Let’s see your niche thoughts!
Fell in love with Glossier You because it smelled sooo good on one of my coworkers. In a weird way, it evoked a feeling of nostalgia. Bought it for myself in hopes that it would give me that comforting feeling and all I got was a headache instead. Haha. Def the pink pepper!
Wow! This is the first time I hear a reviewer say that Chance Eau Tendre smells like Daisy. I totally agree! In fact it's 99% the same! And the funny thing is that all the reviewers hate Daisy but love Chance Eau Tendre? Kind of makes me wonder 🤔🧐
Thanks to your content I'm finally starting to understand what it is about certain popular perfumes that I dislike, ie: a lot of the popular ones you'd find in department stores. That typical white floral fruity scent has always turned me off! Have you wver tried Vanexstasy by Maison Tahite? I love the scent of pipe tobacco that comes through, reminds me of my dad and being a kid in the 70's. 😊
YESSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!! Absolutely loved this video. I thought I was the only person in the world that wants to scream and run away when she smells Libre and finds Prada Paradoxe and Valentino Donna BIR basic and boring, and it turns out I'm not! Thank you! 😄🥰
Have you tried Flowerbomb Nectar? I have a decent amount of perfumes, both designer and niche, and it is probably my most worn perfume. And by far my most complimented. The gunpowder note in it just gives it a cool edge that I can't get enough of. I agree about the Good Girl bottle. It just reads cheap to me. But I do have the travel spray. I remember when I first smelled it thinking it was so unique for a designer perfume. I still enjoy it. And I'm wearing Donna Born in Roma today. I agree with your opinion of it not being unique at all but sometimes I'm ok being a little basic, lol It's still lovely.
Awwww, I love your channel, but we disagree. I love Donna Born in Roma. 😊 Prada Paradoxe smells pretty, and has a very similar dry down. No need to own both. Libre is fantastic, both the EDP and the intense!
YESSSSS... Which ones? I also get root beer from HP but I happen to love the scent of sarsaparilla irl so I don't mind it but I get it nobody should spend this much to smell like root beer ha ha
I am one of those people that link citrus to cleaning products. I don't usually like a dominant citrus note in perfume. The only one I own is Wulong Cha by Nishane. I expected that one to be more tea than citrus, but is is quite citrus heavy. I did come to really appreciate this fragrance, though. Thanks for an interesting video!
I bought a sample of Bright Crystal and the dry down was so nasty on me. Like stuffy floral, couch foam and puke. Super weird. I also love Light Blue. I think the pour femme version is very unisex and would be gorgeous for a man too. It lasts so long on me too.
I love love the way you give your opinions out, I’m enjoying it! I also share the same feelings as your towards Almost all of these fragrances! I like the ones you like and dislike the same ones you do as well except by the fireplace. Nevertheless, enjoyable video!
Coco Mademoiselle reminds me of a bug spray from childhood. So I kind of like it because it reminds me of playing outside in the summer time, but I don't want people to smell me and think mmm bugs.
I grew up in a tropical country. So my nose can just appreciate fresh and light fragrances. I easily get headache with strong fragrances 😔. I tried libre in the mall because only heard good things about it. I regret spraying it on me. It gave me headache the whole day haha.
So many fragrances I like/love that you crushed in this video. And I can see why. I own Chanel Eau Tendre, I think it’s beautiful but most times, I find myself not in the mood for it. Paradoxe, to my nose, is a mix of DBR and My Way, with a drop of Sì by Armani. No way!
Hi Olivia! Can you suggest an alternative to Glossier You? It's very peppery on me too, but I like that scent profile 🙂 Thanks and have a wonderful day! xx
Could you recommend sweet or gourmand fragrances for people who don’t like powdery scents? I know that sounds weird. But I never feel like powdery notes add much to a scent. It obscures the other notes to me 😅 But I’m a big sweet perfume and gourmand girly.
I can absolutely smell the florals in Kayali Vanilla but on my skin it goes VERY musky and woody and loses a lot of the sweetness I was hoping for. I'm new to fragrances as a whole but I think I need to add something to it for it to be a hit.
I also really hate Lavender with sweeter notes and can’t get behind Libre and Mon Guerlain. But for some reason I love Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle. It also has Lavender along with Vanilla in it. Hands down my current fave.
I’m trying to gauge by context what “camp” means so imma go look for more examples🤣🤣 I’ve just never heard it before but apparently something where tacky is pleasant lol. 🤔
Please do a part 2. What’s your take on: Dior Addict - I sprayed a tester on paper twice and dont understand the hype but everyone online raves about it. I dont know if its my age (28) and this is supposed to be “mature” or is it the version of the formula. Armani My Way Parfum - is this overhyped? Givenchy L’Interdit, L’Interdig Intense, L’Interdit Rouge - wasn’t noteworthy to me on paper
Hi Olivia! Is there any chance you would consider doing a Montagne review? It’s a dupe house and according to many people a really good one with quality fragrances. I’m interested in their Another 13 dupe and glossier one (I own it but Montagne version is supposedly inspired by pre-reformulated “You”). Would be really happy if you did a review because I trust your opinion!
Great video, thank you! I do like Prada Paradoxe but agree it's a little bit boring. What would be a more interesting fragrance along the lines of Paradoxe?
I do love Born in Roma Coral. Nice summer scent. Can't tolerate Good Girl ugh. I think it's my menopause. I can't do the heavy scents. My favs now are Cartier Panthere and Phlur Missing Person. My always go to is JC Oui.
I think people just love to shit on designer perfumes. It's part of the snobbery aspect in the hobby. Any time a perfume becomes a mega mainstream hit, it is polarized online. I also think a lot of houses end up creating a knock on effect where all other houses try to replicate the fragrance profile in their own way. Recently that has been love don't be shy and baccarat rouge 540.
I bought myself Daisy eau so fresh a while ago at an airport layouver and LOVED it, used it a lot till it was half gone. Then I put it away, and when I went back, it just smells b o r i n g a e f f f 😅 now I just use it for layering
I totally agree with you about Valentino Donna Born in Roma! Boooring!!! I was SO bummed when they discontinued the original Donna, which I love! It is so much more original especially with that leather note. But BIR??? Ehhhh.
Agree with it all. Unfortunately my nose has matured so much that most of best sellers just don’t do it for me. They all literally smell the same or slight variations. Except…Ms. Dior! Lol I still like that one and need if in my collection always. I need it on days when I just want to be a pretty lady. On the other hand, I don’t like every niche that’s popular either. Is sample a lot before I buy.
This is entirely unrelated, but you're a superb speaker. Not one "Umm" or "Like" said.
I only got into perfumes in my 30s. I was convinced perfume just wasn’t for me for a long time. All of the perfumes I was seeing (Dior, Chanel, Chloe, etc), smelled incredibly similar to me. I still don’t know what it is, but many have a smell that I describe as “generic perfume smell”. I have since discovered some designer perfumes that have a distinct smell, but i really want to know what it is that makes them all smell so similar!
I have the same issue. I've never been much into perfumes, as I couldn't find one that would stand out or suit me that well. I only ever had one perfume that was 100% "Me". After a few years it stopped working with my chemistry and since then, I've never purchased a perfume for myself again. Until recently. Most fragrances still smell so similar to my nose and lack something special or interesting, or are overwhelmingly sweet to me. Men's fragrances on the other hand, have always caught my interest and smell much more exciting to me- maybe I should experiment with those?🤔
@@mashteeh8691Experiment. You like what you like.
One reason that male scents are labeled male is because of marketing purposes. Male actors and models are paid to advertiser men’s fragrances.
Lots of companies offer small decants. Start buying and testing those. You can start with decants of male scents you like. If that’s too big of a leap, start with unisex scents.
Generic perfume is an expression I have used. I think smelling something like Dior Homme Intense made me realize they didn’t all smell like that basic perfume smell and this the rabbit hole began and then I discovered more off the beaten track scents, followed by niche. That’s said I don’t like it to get too avant grade. I want it to be wearable and I don’t want to be assaulting everyone around me.
They probably smell “generic” because most likely you’re smelling the designer ones (not the private lines), they are produced by the same perfume houses with the same perfumers, probably the same trademarked ingredient is in there and they are not indie niche perfumers making them. That’s my guess. And if you say well even the niche smell the same, then it’s probably because the niche may have come out first and the designers copied. There are only so many fragrance companies (think Firmenich, etc.) so that’s probably why. And the same master perfumers get hired to make designer perfumes. So most likely you need to find small perfume houses owned by the perfumer. Otherwise, I don’t know but it’s worth figuring out what it could be. 🤔
I think, it's the same cocktail of rose, vanilla, jasmine, peony and etc. Cause they are easy to sell, like everyone pleasers) I had the same thoughts until I found niche perfumes
Would like to see a vid. on all ur middle eastern perfumes. 😊
My son thanks you for giving me an outlet to discuss all things scented... He listens because he knows it's important to me but he also rolls his eyes at how quickly my perfume collection has grown. He thinks I'm a perfume hoarder and he might not be wrong!!
I just found your videos but I can provide some context on Glossier You. It went through a reformulation in 2021. The main component that gave the scent throw and longevity was hydroxyisohexyl 3-cyclohexene carboxaldehyde (also know as Lyral and a bunch of other names). It’s a known skin sensitizer and allergen. It's very common cause of allergic reactions and a standard part of patch testing for them.
As of 2022 it has been banned in the UK. From my research it is also very restricted in EU allowed in limited uses and requires an allergen warning on the package if it is present in the formula over a certain amount (I think it's 0.5% of the total formula). Glossier reformulated to continue to sell "You" in the European and UK markets. Also we don’t know if but more likely when Canada and the US will follow the trend and start restricting use of the material.
The reformulated version does have more of the pink pepper and pencil shavings vibes along with not smelling as strong or lasting. However I've found the longer it's aged the better it gets and longer it lasts. It's one of my favorite perfumes and something safe I can always throw on.
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Totally agree about the Carolina Herrera bottles being tacky af, I don’t even care how they smell, I don’t want that ugly bottle sitting on my shelf lol
Same! I like the scent but no way with that bottle.
Yes, please do a niche version! I'm with you on everything but Libre. It's not really me, but I feel so pretty and put together when I (rarely) wear it.
And this perfume has other flankers with much less lavender that are absolutely gorgeous. I’m surprised she didn’t mention those 🤷🏻♀️
I just snagged a tester of Black Opium Le Parfum, 100ml with the cap omg! And it is AMAZING...rich deep without being cloying. SO happy with it. Love your thoughts on these perfumes!!
Its interesting how we all have different scent preferences. I personally hate Black Opium with all my heart it smells like alcohol to me but a lot of people love it. 😂
Big big agree on the "do you boo, wear it if you love it." I dont have a modern palette in terms of fragrance (really I just like it all, but I do love dated fragrances a LOT; my favorite is Passion (an Elizabeth Taylor girl through and through, as least in terms of scent)). We're all just making ourselves feel pretty with smelly water!
Just got a great coffee perfume by Al Rehab, called- French Coffee. And it smells like a lovely creamy, semi sweet coffee. No flowers, no boring ass vanilla. Just coffee. I luv it. 😊
Ooh, I've been intrigued by that one for a while. It sounds lovely.
@@gemlouise1260 i like it better than Intense Cafe and Black Opium. If u like a sweet creamy coffee scent, its a must. 😁
@@lopresti4559 Ordered!!! It should be coming by next week! Thanks for the recommendation 😀
Would love to see a niche version of this. I'm with you on lavender. The only fragrance I really love that has a predominant lavender note is Chanel Jersey.
I don't need a Prince to be a princess that one is my favorite.❤❤ My daughter bought me the big bottle for Mother's Day.
Black opium was my signature scent when I was a stripper and boy lemme tell you. That one puts men on their knees from my personal experience. But I definitely understand why some reviewers turn up their nose at it for being either too juvenile or too “skanky”. Because they’re not entirely wrong 😅
Well, this mini review sure got my attention. Big ups to you for putting it out there.
Lol I agree with this!
Lmbo. I need to try it. I don’t have any skanky perfumes.
I love that scent! I don’t care what anyone says. Lol
Ok, I'm not gonna lie I used to be someone that didn't like it. Idk what it was about just letting it sit and trying it 7 years later that made it smell better, but it was definitely a vibe. And yes, I've noticed guys LOVE scents that are a little warm, sweet, and spicy.
I have crystal noir, it smells just like a bubble bath to me, that moment when you sink into it. Very clean and comforting. I love it, and will probably keep one in my collection.
I do consider you my fragrance fair godmother. Because of you I have blind bought more than I would like to admit and I have absolutely loved all of them.
I have recently gotten into fragrance and have gone a little crazy which can be VERY costly. I am 71 and have used fragrance on and off in my life time, at one time Clinque aromatics elixir was my signature scent. People knew it was me they were smelling and it lasted all day. Now I just do not like it as well. I have bought Baccarat 540 and Tom Ford Cherry Smoke and 2 of Victoria Beckhams. also one by Hermes. My question is have you tried any of the Boy Smells, particularly Hinoki Fantome? I really like it but it is a statement! I am still searching for that one scent I LOVE as much as I loved aromatics exlir back in the day:)
"It's smelly water." ❤😂
Great reality check 🤣🤣
Just subscribed…really new to all this and enjoying your take on smelly water 😊🙏
I know this is just a detail but would have loved to see the bottles of these popular perfumes shown on the screen along side the notes…I realized the other day that I notice the bottle before I notice the names when I’m shopping 😅…thanks again for the content and expertise!
Girl. I’ve never smelled any household cleaner that made me think of Coco Mademoiselle! 🤣
I only have it in dupes! I actually like it--pretty, powdery rose. Pretty mid, but sometimes I like to smell a bit mid, yk?
You're the only other person I've heard other than myself who said Hypnotic Poison smells like root beer. It turned me off to the caraway note completely. Because of the overhype I almost blind bought the shit and when I finally smelled it in store I was sooo relieved I didn't waste my money. Blind bought crystal noir EDP online and originally hoped I got an old version, but now I hope it's the reformulation that won't eventually smell like baby barf 😂😂 I watch several other fragrance reviewers on YT and am honestly annoyed by most of them but you're easily my new favorite. You seem so humble and honest and I'm here for it! And you're gorgeous!
I find one perfume where lavender and vanilla are done very well together is twilight by lush.. I love it 🥰
I may have a soft spot for Black Opium, i just bought the "over red" version which i find absolutely delightful. I also quite like Libre and My Way because i happen to like white florals, but honestly Zara did a wonderful job duping both of those at a fraction of the price so just go get that if you want your every day generic floral (Golden Decade and Sublime Epoque respectively).
6:43 I also really like Good Girl! On me it goes to a soft rosy, sweet, cinnamon powder which is odd but nice. It’s warm and soft on me.
For me the most recent big overhype is Burberry Goddess. Not a bad scent in any way, it's just that everyone is raving about it, and I smell something incredibly familiar in it and it's nothing groundbreaking.
I really enjoy this Goddess but I totally understand what you mean.
It actually reminds me of black opium.
Agree. Smells so much like 100 things I’ve smelled before
Over sprayed myself at Nordstrom, went to a two-hour lunch, and the scent had completely disappeared. Went back to Nordstrom and repurchased the beastly My Burberry. I will not pay nearly $200 for a fragrance that literally dies in two hours.
Yup. Just another vanilla in a sea of a million. I didn’t love it either.
Olivia….. You’re so over- -the -top creative!!!! And so smart! 🤩🩷🍀🎨🖤💚🧡🩵🤎💛💜💙
Love this video! I really would love to see you do a whole video on combining fragrances, and maybe layering products like shower gel and perfumes. I have only done it a couple times, but I think i need a little help figuring it out, as well as getting some examples and ideas for combinations. Thanks for being awesome, as always!
You've quickly become my favorite... Scorp? Sag? Moving on, great, original recommendations, excellent taste in style.. knowledgeable, articulate, and saucy. Well done~
I yelled shut up repeatedly when you described the breast milk soaked baby's head.
I absolutely loved this! Would love to see a niche version ❤
Yes please on the niche version of this video! I love your style and it helps that I have decently similar tastes to yours, I can take some notes on possible fragrances to sample ❤
I loved this. I do find it extremely interesting how much I LOVE the ones you HATE 😂. But it’s such an interesting perspective. My top favorite designer perfume profiles are Libre-esc and Black Opium. Even with niche, I have yet to find anything that’s makes me chose those over my Libre Intense and Black Opium lol oh and I LOVE Coco Mademoiselle 😅😅😅😅😅
Libre Intense is my most favorite. It’s so delicious 😍
But have you tried Black Opium Extreme? It’s probably the best flanker of this perfume. Sooo good!
Lol 😂 I did get interested in cherry 🍒 recently and found Tom Ford didn’t last so I opted for Kayali love fest… hopefully I didn’t smell like a unrinal cake on my last date. Didn’t get any complaints 🍒✨😄… I used to work at Chanel and did enjoy Mademoiselle but I usually only wear it in the summer mixed with Sud Pacific Vanilla Apricot. Didn’t ever get a cleaner vibe off it tho. Excited for the niche reviews!! Haha
Mademoiselle is one my mom always loved - I’m apathetic to it personally but wear it to be reminded of her - and it gets lots of compliments. But I totally get the cleaning reference 😂
What you said about Coco Madamoiselle is what I feel about Narciso Rodriguez Musc Noir. I never trashed a decant as quickly and decisively-It’s straight up, airport public restroom!
Yes definitely do a niche one😊
Love love love the makeup. You're always killing it
I’m on the same page with black opium. I found I enjoy both le parfum and the extreme version.
I do love libre edp though, and I like that it’s not everyone’s kind of scent. It gives me a mood - I feel focused and productive when I wear it.
Let’s see your niche thoughts!
It's interesting what we can pick up or not in scents. For me, I cannot smell the lavender in Mon Guerlain and it is a just a sweet cozy warm hug.
Thank you for not making boring content based around lovely perfumes. 😊
Fell in love with Glossier You because it smelled sooo good on one of my coworkers. In a weird way, it evoked a feeling of nostalgia. Bought it for myself in hopes that it would give me that comforting feeling and all I got was a headache instead. Haha. Def the pink pepper!
Love the authenticity and honest opinions! ❤😊
Paradox and Donna smell SO similar that I really feel like I got played, lol! Thank goodness I only bought a travel size 😅
Not a perfume but love the scent of the lavender +citrus try Dr hauschka lavender moor bodyoil. So cozy and comforting but a little bit of freshness
A husband that rocks burberry her is bomb!!!!❤❤❤
Wow! This is the first time I hear a reviewer say that Chance Eau Tendre smells like Daisy. I totally agree! In fact it's 99% the same! And the funny thing is that all the reviewers hate Daisy but love Chance Eau Tendre? Kind of makes me wonder 🤔🧐
Thanks to your content I'm finally starting to understand what it is about certain popular perfumes that I dislike, ie: a lot of the popular ones you'd find in department stores. That typical white floral fruity scent has always turned me off! Have you wver tried Vanexstasy by Maison Tahite? I love the scent of pipe tobacco that comes through, reminds me of my dad and being a kid in the 70's. 😊
Glossier has gone through a reformulation. I emailed them a few months ago and they confirmed
YESSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!! Absolutely loved this video. I thought I was the only person in the world that wants to scream and run away when she smells Libre and finds Prada Paradoxe and Valentino Donna BIR basic and boring, and it turns out I'm not! Thank you! 😄🥰
Have you tried Flowerbomb Nectar? I have a decent amount of perfumes, both designer and niche, and it is probably my most worn perfume. And by far my most complimented. The gunpowder note in it just gives it a cool edge that I can't get enough of. I agree about the Good Girl bottle. It just reads cheap to me. But I do have the travel spray. I remember when I first smelled it thinking it was so unique for a designer perfume. I still enjoy it. And I'm wearing Donna Born in Roma today. I agree with your opinion of it not being unique at all but sometimes I'm ok being a little basic, lol It's still lovely.
The born in roma coral fantasy is sooo good!
I would love to see a video on the alternatives you would choose on these!
Yes, I like Donna Born in Roma Intense way more than original and I didn't expect it.
Awwww, I love your channel, but we disagree. I love Donna Born in Roma. 😊 Prada Paradoxe smells pretty, and has a very similar dry down. No need to own both. Libre is fantastic, both the EDP and the intense!
Loved this Video..! Your reviews are always soooo SPOT ON! TY!
….wait, what smells like Hypnotic Poison but done better???? Girl don’t leave me hanging!!
YESSSSS... Which ones? I also get root beer from HP but I happen to love the scent of sarsaparilla irl so I don't mind it but I get it nobody should spend this much to smell like root beer ha ha
In another video, I belive she said Hypnotic vanilla by zara!❤
@@katymahlum8376 Thanks for this sharing... that's the one I've been planning to purchase soon
I think Mmmmm from Juliette Has a Gun smells like Hypnotic Poison but better.
Confetto by Profumum Roma is one that I can think of.
I am one of those people that link citrus to cleaning products. I don't usually like a dominant citrus note in perfume. The only one I own is Wulong Cha by Nishane. I expected that one to be more tea than citrus, but is is quite citrus heavy. I did come to really appreciate this fragrance, though.
Thanks for an interesting video!
I bought a sample of Bright Crystal and the dry down was so nasty on me. Like stuffy floral, couch foam and puke. Super weird.
I also love Light Blue. I think the pour femme version is very unisex and would be gorgeous for a man too. It lasts so long on me too.
I love love the way you give your opinions out, I’m enjoying it! I also share the same feelings as your towards Almost all of these fragrances! I like the ones you like and dislike the same ones you do as well except by the fireplace. Nevertheless, enjoyable video!
I would love to see this for Ulta or Macy's
Coco Mademoiselle reminds me of a bug spray from childhood. So I kind of like it because it reminds me of playing outside in the summer time, but I don't want people to smell me and think mmm bugs.
I grew up in a tropical country. So my nose can just appreciate fresh and light fragrances. I easily get headache with strong fragrances 😔. I tried libre in the mall because only heard good things about it. I regret spraying it on me. It gave me headache the whole day haha.
I really like ysl Libre packaging but wish the juice was bit different 😕
So many fragrances I like/love that you crushed in this video. And I can see why. I own Chanel Eau Tendre, I think it’s beautiful but most times, I find myself not in the mood for it. Paradoxe, to my nose, is a mix of DBR and My Way, with a drop of Sì by Armani. No way!
I found that guerlain la petite robe noir had the same notes as lost cherry and smelt like a lot of lost cherry dupes i have 😅
Hi Olivia! Can you suggest an alternative to Glossier You? It's very peppery on me too, but I like that scent profile 🙂 Thanks and have a wonderful day! xx
Could you recommend sweet or gourmand fragrances for people who don’t like powdery scents? I know that sounds weird. But I never feel like powdery notes add much to a scent. It obscures the other notes to me 😅 But I’m a big sweet perfume and gourmand girly.
I agree completely with the YOU breakdown. I only smelt the pepper element.
I Olivia, we don't always share the same perceptions or tastes, but I share EVERYTHING you said on lavender 😉
I can absolutely smell the florals in Kayali Vanilla but on my skin it goes VERY musky and woody and loses a lot of the sweetness I was hoping for. I'm new to fragrances as a whole but I think I need to add something to it for it to be a hit.
side note- I would LOVE to hear about coffee scents because that is one of my favorite smells in general but I've never smelled it in a perfume
I like Prada Candy Kiss better than the original. It's a bit brighter. But it really doesn't last.
I also really hate Lavender with sweeter notes and can’t get behind Libre and Mon Guerlain. But for some reason I love Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle. It also has Lavender along with Vanilla in it. Hands down my current fave.
Love the lost cherry part!lol😅
I’m trying to gauge by context what “camp” means so imma go look for more examples🤣🤣 I’ve just never heard it before but apparently something where tacky is pleasant lol. 🤔
Ok got it now. Brain just earned another wrinkle
Love these types of videos
Pink PP 🤣🤣🤣 I'm dead. Loved the video Olivia!!
Just bought four of the 5 sens perfumes at the Sephora sale cuz of you 😜 so excited! I'm loving getting into perfume
Please do a part 2. What’s your take on:
Dior Addict - I sprayed a tester on paper twice and dont understand the hype but everyone online raves about it. I dont know if its my age (28) and this is supposed to be “mature” or is it the version of the formula.
Armani My Way Parfum - is this overhyped?
Givenchy L’Interdit, L’Interdig Intense, L’Interdit Rouge - wasn’t noteworthy to me on paper
Addict is a perfume you totally need to try on skin. If it doesn't impress you then maybe that scent profile is not for you.
@@petyaivanova9629 thank you!! do you like it? also i heard its very long lasting?
I don’t understand the hype around My Way! To me it’s just “ok.”
Hi Olivia! Is there any chance you would consider doing a Montagne review? It’s a dupe house and according to many people a really good one with quality fragrances. I’m interested in their Another 13 dupe and glossier one (I own it but Montagne version is supposedly inspired by pre-reformulated “You”). Would be really happy if you did a review because I trust your opinion!
Great video, thank you! I do like Prada Paradoxe but agree it's a little bit boring. What would be a more interesting fragrance along the lines of Paradoxe?
I do love Born in Roma Coral. Nice summer scent. Can't tolerate Good Girl ugh. I think it's my menopause. I can't do the heavy scents. My favs now are Cartier Panthere and Phlur Missing Person. My always go to is JC Oui.
I think people just love to shit on designer perfumes. It's part of the snobbery aspect in the hobby. Any time a perfume becomes a mega mainstream hit, it is polarized online. I also think a lot of houses end up creating a knock on effect where all other houses try to replicate the fragrance profile in their own way. Recently that has been love don't be shy and baccarat rouge 540.
It’s smelly water
YES Olivia!
I ❤ this channel.
Black Opium Le Parfum… the only Black Opium I love, it’s awesome!
I bought myself Daisy eau so fresh a while ago at an airport layouver and LOVED it, used it a lot till it was half gone. Then I put it away, and when I went back, it just smells b o r i n g a e f f f 😅 now I just use it for layering
I totally agree with you about Valentino Donna Born in Roma! Boooring!!! I was SO bummed when they discontinued the original Donna, which I love! It is so much more original especially with that leather note. But BIR??? Ehhhh.
Agree with it all. Unfortunately my nose has matured so much that most of best sellers just don’t do it for me. They all literally smell the same or slight variations.
Except…Ms. Dior! Lol I still like that one and need if in my collection always. I need it on days when I just want to be a pretty lady.
On the other hand, I don’t like every niche that’s popular either.
Is sample a lot before I buy.
I am pretty much in agreement with all of them except Coco Mademoiselle 😏
Love this style of video! ❤
Opinion about the original Tresor Lancôme ?
Yes I would like to hear that too!
New fan of yours….. thank you!!!
Obsessed with your content 😊great video 🎉
That's exactly my reaction when I heard the name Donna Born in Roma Pink PP 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for a awesome video ♥️🎉
Covid stole By The Fireplace from me! My sense of smell is damaged since 2020 and I can no longer smell this one. Devastated.
Hi, thanks for the video! I would love to know what lipstick you used
I LIVE FOR YOUR VIDEOS
Oh the face on your thumbnail 😈 !! 😂😂
Really enjoyed this
I’m a new subscriber. What is your favorite, and most seductive fragrances for men?
Not the urinal cakes !!! 🤣🤣
"Wet ground & cigarettes" 😂