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In Bottle: Obvious Dragon’s blood resin. Yum.

On skin: The rose makes it very feminine. I also love the depth the wine gives it… I normally don’t like rose scents, but the dragon’s blood is the strongest note so the rose doesn’t bother me. The scent is sweet and a bit powdery. Very sexy. As far as a floral goes, I would wear this one for sure.

In Bottle: Woody and dark.

On Skin: I smell the cocoa and wood the strongest. I don’t smell the fig at all at first. It’s a much darker scent than I envisioned without reading the description. I can say that the smell really does intrigue me. It is a bit too incensey for my taste though. After about an hour the sweetness of the fig shines through, deep and purple. Yum! Now I do want to keep it!

Strong throw and average wearlength.

In Bottle: Floral, with a musk trail.

On Skin: I think I smell the neroli strongest. The white florals are 2nd in line… I’m not sensing any fruit or vanilla yet. The musks and sandalwood give a nice spicy depth. The description of a “white scent” is perfect. I could see wearing this while wearing a white linen outfit on the beach. I think I smell of bit of the vanilla giving the scent a sweet tone… but still no fruit…

In Bottle: Strawberry champagne perfect.

On Skin: I feel like I’m drinking champagne with a strawberry in it. Sweet and you can smell the effervescence. Tart and sweet, delicious. I’d be afraid to wear it though because it does smell like I’ve been drinking champagne. But oh is it yummy!

In Bottle: Fir and balsam are most obvious.

On Skin: Again, the fir and balsam are strongest notes. I also smell the black musk. The mint may be in there as well. I don’t seem to notice the tobacco or orange blossom. I think the cumin and clove give it a spicy edge. After while, I am smelling the smokiness of the tobacco. A dark scent, more masculine then I like, and a bit too smoky for me.

In Bottle: Sweet and piney.

On Skin: The pine must be the juniper. The lotus does sweeten it but the mint keeps it fresh and outdoorsy. It does smell very watery... like a lake in a forest. Very masculine... I can't imagine this scent on a woman. The mint and juniper really clear the sinuses.

In Bottle: Soapy and rose scented.

On Skin: Pretty but a bit soapy for me. I also am not fond of rose scents… this reminds me of an older woman and the musk makes it a bit dusty like an attic. I like the spice because it makes it not as feminine as most rose scents…. I think it’s a scent I’d like on someone else, but not me.

In Bottle: Very floral and perfumey.

On Skin: Very, very pretty. This is a very femine perfume. The florals are dark and not “spring” like… I think of walking around a garden at night and the lingering smell of the violet and maybe something sweeter like honeysuckle? I don’t smell fruits sadly… The incenses are not showing themselves yet… they usually come out on me as the scent fades. I don’t see this as an evil scent, but rather as comforting. I don’t really wear florals, but if I were to wear one this might be it… but not to a club.

In Bottle: Cherry and musk, VERY sweet.

On Skin: The cherry is overwhelming, it smells almost like cough syrup. The musk does make it darker though which I like. I think it is a bit cloying and strong so apply lightly…

After about a half hour, I like it. It’s pretty and warm.

In Bottle: Pure apricot.

On skin: I only had a drip left in the vile to test it, but I love it. The apricot is still very dominant, but the patchouli gives it some bite… almost earthy… like an apricot that has fallend to the ground. There are more levels to it then other apricot scents I’ve smelled. Not really a fragrance I’d wear, but one I’d love as a room scent or potporri.

In Bottle: BEAUTIFUL. Plain and simple! Fruity and floral.

On skin: This is one of my favorites so far. Oh my… the peach and pear and the first notes I smell, and I adore them. The florals are mild which is good because I’m not a big fan of florals. This is the definition of a spring scent. I automatically think of gardens and fresh fruit. It’s a daytime picnic scent. And VERY feminine. As it settles it’s a bit earthy/dusty… the wetness of the fruit is fading… not sure if I like that.

In Bottle: Fruity but very musky.

On skin: I love it!!!! Usually I HATE rose scents, but this one is very delicate and the fruit and musks give it much more depth. The vanilla sweetens the scent as a whole but is not overpowering. This scent is very pretty and feminine, but the musk and vanilla also make it sexy.

I would wear this anytime I wanted to feel elegant and womanly.

ADDED May 10:

In Bottle: Vanilla and musk.

On Skin: Yum! Some of my favorite notes! The vanilla and musk are strongest at first. This is a very soft scent… I thought the apple, bergamot and rose would make the scent tart… but they are so light that they don’t interrupt the sweetness of the teak and vanilla. The musk gives a little edge and depth. I don’t even smell the neroli or patchouli yet… I really like this but it’s fading super quick.

In Bottle: The Pomegranate is the strongest note. Very delicious.

On Skin: Again, very pomegranate. This reminds me of an Illuminations candle. I personally love it on me… other people may think it’s strong and that it is too room fragrance like. It is very bold and bright. I think it’s a great spring scent, pure fruit... it makes me thirsty.

I’d love to order a bigger bottle of this and use it for candles, baths, and anything else I could.

In Bottle: Kind of bubblegum with a sweet tang to it.

On Skin: Still very sweet but a bit inscencey. I love it, but can’t breathe in too deep or the sweetness gives me a headache. I smell the cherry for sure and I think the vanilla is adding to the sweetness. The musk gives it great warmth and depth. There is a floral note in the background which gives this scent it’s femininity.

I like this scent quite a bit and think it’s worth getting a 5ml.

In Bottle: Spicy cherry bubblegum kind of like Hollywood Babylon, but spicy.

On skin: The musk and amber are strongest. The almond sweetens the scent which is also where the “cherry” note I smell is coming from. The inscense smell is very strong after a few minutes which must be from all the beautiful spicy notes. I generally don’t like inscense scents, but this is so sweet and sexy… and very light. My skin drank it up and after 10 minutes it’s already fading… I hope it’ll have some staying power because I love this scent! Bastet is one of my goddesses so I had realllllllly hoped this scent would work for me and apart from fading, it has!

In bottle: Tea, it smells like tea… iced tea maybe.

On skin: Still smells like tea, I don’t like the smell of tea but this one isn’t upsetting me. Golden is the perfect description… I see a beautiful yellow gold coming from this scent. I like this… but I am not sure if it is me. I am a Leo and was hoping The Lion would work for me since I’m half feline… but the “tea” note really doesn’t jive with me. It is awfully pretty though.

After a few more minutes, the tea scent has warmed up a bit and I’m smelling more amber…

In bottle: Pure Violet.

On skin: Still very heavily violet scented. The most pure floral, feminine scent I’ve smelled. So dainty and pretty. The sweet clover note is starting to be noticed… I smell no melon and wish I did since it’s one of my favorite scents. There is a little tartness of rose…

The scent fades pretty quick on me, but I like it lighter since it’s so floral. I also notice, as its fading, the wood note makes itself known.

This is a teaparty or wedding scent. So formal and elegant.

BAKU: Dream Formula II: Our Nightmarebane.

Named after the Baku, benevolent Japanese spirits that eat nightmares. In Japanese tradition, nightmares are gifts from malevolent spirits; when you wake up from one, you may call, "Baku, please eat my dreams!", and if you are virtuous and merciful in spirit, the Baku will devour the evil, transforming it into a blessing of good fortune. (Gender neutral)

In bottle: Pine? Not liking it at all… sorry…

On skin: The description of this scent made me want to love it… but oh my god. This is NOT for me. It smells like floor cleaner. Pinesol with a poisonous sweet note trying to hide that. After a few minutes it’s more like Windex… hmm… not liking where this is going.

There is a bit of a eucalyptus note… which I usually like, but this smells more toxic. There is also a bit of a lavender note hiding in back.

This is not a “fragrance” to me, I’m thinking since it was made for dreams, that’s the only time I should wear it. Lets see if it does ward off bad dreams, because if it does, it will be a lifesaver.

I’m thinking that making this into a linen spray for the bed would be the best idea.

In bottle: Mint... yes... and chocolate. GirlScouts Thin Mints!!!!!! But do I want to smell like this all the time? People may try to bite me...

On skin: Now I smell the coconut so I'm thinking more Girl Scout Samoas... I'm starving wearing this scent!

Ok... peppermint scent is taking over again... now I smell like winter and X-mas! Oh my god! I know the scent exactly: Mint Tulip the Strawberry Shortcake doll!!!! Dress me up in a little Holland outfit, dye my hair yellow and I'm her! I wonder if Beth would ever do a collection of scents based on Strawberry Shortcake dolls?

I'm loving this scent but am thinking my hubby won't be too fond of it since he hates scents that make him hungry. Maybe a good one for the holidays?

In bottle: Very clean almost soapy scent.

On skin: Still a bit soapy, I can smell the rain, but I'm think more of a clean April showers and sun kind of mood. Not dark and stormy. The ozone is the owerpowering note. I'm thinking I would like this more on a man since it has that Irish Spring kind of feel to it.

If my hubby doesn't want it, I'll probably put it up for sale or swap.

End of day: The scent lasted, and turned a bit more inscencey on me. I do think it's pretty, just not me.

In the bottle: O smells like heaven... candied heaven.

Wet: Very honey and almond scented. Pure sweet bliss. I adore sweet scent and this one is perfect.

Dry after an hour: Beautiful. The milk gives it a beautiful depth. The honey makes it warm, and the vanilla makes it sweet and comforting. I just want to snuggle with myself. I had 3 strangers say I smelled delicious and amazing. My husband just kept wanting to smell me. WOW! I have it in my scent locket as well since the scent does fade pretty quickly on my skin, so whenever I want a whiff I just smell my locket.

This is my scent, I am going to wear this as often as possible.

ADDED Feb. 13:

In Bottle: Honey!!! Pure delicious honey!

On Skin: So sweet I can’t stop smelling myself. The honey is warm and beautiful. The vanilla gives it an even more comforting tasty edge, and the amber gives it a deep sexy kick. This is my signature scent, it is completely me and everyone that smells it on me has to make a comment on it perfectly defines me. “O” is my alltime favorite BPAL scent so far. I love layering it with a milk and honey lotion I have.

I was so excited for this scent since Alice in Wonderland is one of my idols. Plus anything that has milk and honey notes makes me melt.

In the bottle, Alice seemed very light. Pretty and feminine.

I put on quite a bit because my skin drinks up oils and because I like scent applied heavy. All I could smell was the carnation.

An hour later... why does my skin do this to me???? It makes anything with florals in it turn completely floral. I smell no milk or honey, the scents I was so looking forward to. I smell the carnation with a slight spice to it. I feel like I'm wearing a corsage. The scent is very faint though, not strong at all. I have to smell my wrist several times to smell it.

I guess I can try wearing it in my scent locket, but from the bottle I didn't smell the milk or honey anyway.

I hate saying anything bad about a scent, so I will give it this. It is very dainty and pretty. I do feel very girly wearing it which is nice.

I just got a big bottle of Kali.... from the descriptions it sounded like something I'd adore.

In the bottle it was very strong... but when I put it on my skin drank it up. My first impression was very floral... very pretty...

It's been about an hour and it is still pure floral. I don't smell chocolate, honey or tobacco like others have said, at all. It's very pretty but I hope it will get deeper and darker since I'm not the biggest floral fan. I do smell a slight berry note as well...

I'm not getting a carnal or sexy feel to this scent either. Since it is so floral I'm thinking more sophistication.

It is fading pretty quick too, but I love strong scents so it may just be me. I want to reapply it for sure.

whoa-- hoping for "chocolate, red wine, honey".....got: flowers, floral, flowery....

the total & complete opposite of what i was hoping for & expecting. must. wash. off. now.....

 

 

just read the reviews....do i have the right vial?????????

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I am feeling the same way, it is pure floral. But I do think it is a pretty scent, I don't want to wash it off. But I do wish it had been darker, sweeter and as carnal as it's been described by so many others.