Author Archives: Henna
Most Complimented: Le Labo Santal 33
One of my most compliment scents, so not one that I can really hate, but compliments never compel me to get anything. No need to describe Santal 33 since everyone has heard of it or smelled it. I’ve gone through … Continue reading
Favourite Skincare Balms
Three balms that I’m using right now. I just have them available all over the house and I love them. Murad Intense Recovery Cream which is a moisturizer more than a balm. I use this at night. ChanV Hemp Ointment … Continue reading
Gucci A Winter Melody
My sister got me a present – Gucci’s A Winter Melody is one of them. It’s a super-pretty, very light mist of a fragrance. No sillage or projection, hardly any staying power, but it’s charming with a blend of bergamot, … Continue reading
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Tagged Fragrance Review, Gucci, Perfume Review, Rose, Rose Perfume, SOTD, The Alchemist's Garden
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Serge Lutens Datura Noir Review
My picture came out blurry, but I’m wearing Datura Noir by Serge Lutens. More of a gourmand tuberose thanks to the bitter almond, tonka, coconut, but it’s still not too sweet… kind of reminds me of sunscreen and summer, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Fragrances, Niche Fragrance, Niche Perfume, Perfumes, reviews, Serge Lutens, SOTD
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Chanel Beige Review
A light medley of honeyed florals, Chanel Beige is feminine, sweet, and innocuous. The freesia in this stands out immediately and reminds me of Hawaii, or of Bath and Body Works plumeria lotion – anyone remember that one? This is … Continue reading
Artisanal Perfumes
I hear so much from people who say that perfume doesn’t work for them. They’re not against it, but there’s nothing that speaks to them at their regular shopping outlets – either it all smells the same (the truth is … Continue reading
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Tagged Artisanal Perfumes, Fragrance Reviews, Niche Perfumes, Perfume Reviews, Small Business
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Empties: Bumble and Bumble, Aveeno, Vichy, Fable and Mane, Tarte
Things I finished this week. Little mini Fable and Mane hair mask. This is a nice moisturizing hair mask that doesn’t feel like it’s full of silicone, but the scent of it is disgusting, like warm vanilla baby food 🤢. … Continue reading
Posted in Make-Up, More Than Beauty, Skin Care, Styling Products
Tagged Aveeno, Bumble and Bumble, empties, Fable and mane, Tarte, Vichy
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Frederic Malle Perfumes
Two Frederic Malle numbers I’ve been wearing this year. I bought Portrait of a Lady because it’s a rose/patchouli number with a bit of spice and I’ve always loved a good rose-patch combo. Carnal Flower is a calming white floral … Continue reading
Chanel Cuir de Russie
Found a little used vintage of Chanel Cuir de Russie a little while ago and it was worth taking a chance on. I bought it to use and now it’s almost done.
Tom Ford Champaca Absolute Perfume Review
This was one of the early Tom Ford fragrances so it’s a little different from everything else that’s out there now. It’s a bright floral soapy juice. It smells like a tropical vacation at an isolated resort. It’s clean and … Continue reading