Tag Archives: Rose Perfumes

La Douleur Exquise by Les Abstraits Perfume Review

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Henna

When we look at the greatest rose perfumes ever, La Douleur Exquise is going to be at the top of the list. Skanky, powdery, animalic rose, a rose for every vintage perfume-lover, for the romantic who laments that they just … Continue reading →

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Maria Candida Gentile Cinabre – A Spicy Rose Perfume

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Henna

An opulent old-world rose crystallized in amber. Fresh, sparkly, but also so spicy. A zingy ginger, mouthwatering like a cinnamon heart, satisfying like ripping a Band-Aid off. A beautiful tale of excess. It’s not a gourmand, but it makes my … Continue reading →

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Lancome Idole Power

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Henna

In a post-apocalyptic time, the whole world is a mall, and you’re walking through it with your mom, a juice box in one hand, smelling a whiff of her perfume as it trails behind her. Your hand are sticky, some … Continue reading →

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Safran Troublant by L’Artisan Parfumeur

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Henna

Before I smelled like incense all the time, I smelled like roses. Safran Troublant by L’Artisan Parfumeur is a gourmand from an older time, a rose for all the time. Rose, saffron and a light vanilla, this is a yummy … Continue reading →

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Guerlain Nahema

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Henna

I’m drawn to the quiet luxury of Nahema today, although it opens with a brilliance that fills the room and then fades to a skin-like warmth. This rose perfume stands up to any other rose perfume, a classic in every … Continue reading →

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Diptyque Eau Capitale

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Henna

Rose and patchouli but make it fresh, wearable, and uplifting. I might need to replace this bottle one day.

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Etat Libre d’Orange Afternoon of a Faun

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Henna

Sunday afternoons are for the Faun. Spicy rose that almost makes your mouth water, I think my favourite thing about this particular rose perfume is that it’s BIG and delicious. It fills the room and announces its presence. I can … Continue reading →

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Akro Night Perfume Review

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Henna

Night is supposed to be romantic, sexy, carnal, but if this is how a first date smelled, I there wouldn’t be a second. It’s a musky rose-oud with animalic cumin in the mix. I have a few rose-cumin and rose-oud … Continue reading →

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Frederic Malle Portrait of a Lady Review

Posted on March 24, 2022 by Henna

Just can’t let it go… Spicy rose is what I smell and taste like today. Refreshing and delicious at the same time. I let it go but it came back to me…Maybe for right now, it’s just meant to be… … Continue reading →

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Aerin Garden Rose Eau du Cologne

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Henna

Aerin Garden Rose is just the perfect summer cologne that’s perfect for splashing on with abandon. Watch the full review here:

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