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2017 / Browsing by date: April 2017

Lazy weekend poll ~ open thread, Sense of Smell Day 2017

Posted by Robin on 29 April 2017 247 Comments

magnolia

PSA: next Saturday is our annual Haiku challenge!

Today, we’re are celebrating Sense of Smell Day with our same old open thread poll. Talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, your favorite smell in the world, whatever.

Or, ask a question about fragrance, then see if anyone else has asked a question that you can answer…

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Flamenco

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A spot for Ramón Monegal Flamenco.

Ramon Monegal Flamenco ~ new perfume

Posted by Robin on 29 April 2017 2 Comments

Ramón Monegal Flamenco

Spanish niche line Ramón Monegal has launched Flamenco, a new fragrance…

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 29 April 2017 8 Comments

Korres Jasmine Lip Butter

For anyone who is still wishing for a tub of that Rodin lip balm but doesn't want to spend so much, here's a cheaper alternative: Korres Jasmine Lip Butter. "This rich butter leaves lips deeply moisturized, supple, and kissably soft. Korres Lip Butters are formulated with natural oils and extracts to soothe and condition lips. Shea butter and rice wax provide lasting hydration and softness. This shiny, juicy pop of color comes in an array of "flavors" and is ideal for dry lips." (I have not smelled or tested it, but I can vouch for the Korres Jasmine Shower Gel.) $12 for 6g at Sephora.

Hilde Soliani Hot Milk ~ fragrance review

Posted by Kevin on 28 April 2017 21 Comments

Wish-Granting Cow

I’m usually not a fan of full-on gourmand perfumes, but when I smell a good one, I can appreciate it. Hilde Soliani’s Hot Milk provides a two-course meal: a savory entree followed by dessert.

On first sniff, Hot Milk reminded me of Asian cooking, especially Thai and Indian cuisines. With its vibrant blend of delicious-smelling notes — coconut milk, chili oil and grated galangal — Hot Milk’s aromatic opening smells like the base for many wonderful Thai dishes…

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