Tag Archives: Indie Perfume

Cocoa and Vanilla Perfume Layering

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Henna

All things vanilla today, even though my body lotion says Almond on it (sadly, no almond scent in it at all, it just smells like vanilla), and the body oil gel is cocoa-scented – more cocoa vanilla to my nose. … Continue reading →

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A Fleur de Piel Perfumes

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Henna

Today I’m swept away by the creations of @afleurdepiel.perfume from Barcelona, and working while wearing a spicy floral with a beating heart. The spices and almost syrupy, jammy flowers make me think of more exotic places than this desk, where … Continue reading →

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Mabelle O’Rana Lunar Dust Perfume Review

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Henna

Another highlight from attending Esxence in Milan this year was meeting Mabelle O’Rama and smelling her creations. Nobody will get you excited about perfume like a new perfumer who is passionate about their work, and Mabelle exuded enthusiasm. Mabelle spoke … Continue reading →

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Hima Jomo Loon

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Henna

My choice for my scent of the day is Loon by @hima.jomo. The mineral rosy perfume is inspired by the pink salt of the Himalayas. I tried this perfume in Milan and had to get a bottle when I got … Continue reading →

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Eris Parfums Mx. Review and Interview with Barbara Herman of Eris Parfums

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Henna

A huge thank you to Barbara Herman, the owner of Eris Parfums, for taking the time to answer my questions.  If you are looking for the interview, it’s at the bottom after a few thoughts on Mx.  I’m reading Pageboy … Continue reading →

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Zoologist Camel Review

Posted on March 16, 2023 by Henna

One of my favourite perfumes ever.

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Areej le Dore The History of Attar Collection

Posted on February 9, 2023 by Henna

I’ve smelled attars before, but not like these. On family trips to India, my mom would always buy attars, so oil-based perfumes made in traditional ways. She loves florals and stuck to soliflores – rose and jasmine being her favourites. … Continue reading →

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Zoologist Camel Review

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Henna

My mom: oh! Unisex! ​​​​​​​​(Her way of saying, it’s not pretty, feminine, floral, are you sure you want to smell like that?)​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ My sister: you smell really nice today.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​It’s gotta be the yummy top notes because I sprayed this again … Continue reading →

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