galahad
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In The Bottle
Boozy, boozy rum and lime
On Application
Definitely fruity with the rum. The lime keeps it from becoming super syrupy
Dry Down
This is an amazing morpher on me. From the initial burts of rum and fruit it changes to strong ginger and then if goes kind of perfumey floral before the ginger comes back. I kind of like it but I hope it ages nicely.
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3.5
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Theodosius
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In The Bottle
Rich red musk with a hint of strawberry
On Application
I can definitely smell both musks which collide uncomfortably initially and then settle down to play nicer together. No fruit
Dry Down
It takes a wee while for the strawberry to emerge through the thick red musk, but when it does it turns the whole blend into a lovely, sweet musky and slightly powdery scent. My male skin turns "girly" scents into smokey, sexy scents. I love it.
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4
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In The Bottle
Definitely a bit of lily of the valley and some resins
On Application
Awful rose
Dry Down
This goes funky rose/toilet spray after a while. Not a good mix for me.
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0
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In The Bottle
Not much of anything. Slightly floral
On Application
Man. This is one of the most "perfumey" of BPALs I have tried. It's not screeching floral though. It is smooth and creamy and lovely
Dry Down
The vanilla note is gorgeous. It is not pervasive but it is just there mellowing everything out. Strangely this is like a floral Black Lace for me (and I love Black Lace) - subtly smokey and decadent. An instant bottle purchase for me.
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5
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In The Bottle
Ylang ylang and woods
On Application
The iris quickly comes to the fore with it's vaguely violet-like scent
Dry Down
This definitely has a blue feel, or more like deep lavender. It is not exactly smooth but it is deep and complex. Morphs from creamy floral to woody to herbal and flits between these.
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3
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In The Bottle
Sweet, creamy floral
On Application
Much greener on first application. Greenery with moonflower
Dry Down
Almost a fruity vibe to this. Has a definite tropical feel. I love moonflower but can't differentiate the other elements. Would be a great spring scent.
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3.5
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Crushed violets, red currant, patchouli root, and Spanish moss.
In The Bottle
Red Currant and patchouli when I was expecting violet
On Application
Strange. Thin oil and odd dustiness
Dry Down
I don't know what to say about this one other than it is a complete surprise. I stayed away from this one initially becasue I thought it would be VIOLET now I am definitely staying away from it because it is odd and funky
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In The Bottle
Definitely purple and creamy
On Application
Whoa! Plum with a floral undertone
Dry Down
Blends out to a great combination of all three elements. The plums are tart and juicy. The wildflowers are herby and very summery. The cream is thick and rich. The blend never turns sour although it has a couple of moments of almost doing that. I absolutely love this one. I really need to give Marchen more attention!
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4.5
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Kumari Kandam is quite icy for me
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In The Bottle
Incensey/patchouli
On Application
Dusty/dry/ Patchouli and copal. Love
Dry Down
This is so not what I was expecting from this blend. So dry and dusty it makes my nostrils shrivel up. I love it! Smells of an old wooden chest. No heliotrope.
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4.5
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In The Bottle
Abolutely dragon's blood and musk. I might actually like this dragons blood blend
On Application
Straight, strong dragons blood
Dry Down
The musks very quickly assert themselves, thankfully, cutting through the dragons blood. And then the DB is back with a vengeance. The dry down is very nice though.
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4
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In The Bottle
Definitely vetiver with a light floral overtone
On Application
Vetiver with a little musk and opoponax
Dry Down
This reminds me so much of Smokestack to start with - all bitter, smoky creosote - which I like. This softens as it dries down but effectively doesn't morph. I ike it but not enough for a bottle purchase, which is academic now anyway since it has been discontinued.
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3
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In The Bottle
Hmmm...slightly fruity and slightly aquatic
On Application
Initially, kind of green but this changes almost immediately to salty aquatic and rum with almost a caramel undertone.
Dry Down
This is a really interesting morpher. The aquatic aspect is always there but the musky leather and patchouli emerge later but disappear on occasion to let the other elements through. Eventually I get the "tang' of gunpowder. I love it.
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4.5
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Has to be Western Diamondback
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Reading this thread has made me want to add a snake to my next order! I've never tried any of the Snake Pits OR Snake Oil (I know, I know, it's some kind of BPAL blasphemy) but Western Diamondback, Habu, and Temple Viper seem like they might appeal. I'm leaning toward Western Diamondback because I like warm, soft scents and with the leather, tonka, and sandalwood that sounds like what it might be. Anyone have any opinions specifically on which are the cuddliest snakes?Definitely Western Diamondback but don't overlook Banded Sea Snake which I adore, especillay when aged
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It is indeed a llimited edition. I am trying to find the review thread for you but in the meantime:Sensual, sibilant, sexual and hypnotic: Arabian musk and exotic spices slinking through Egyptian amber, enticing vanilla, and a serpentine blend of black plum, labdanum, ambrette, benzoin and black coconut.Snake Charmer Review Thread
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In The Bottle
Smoky musk and tonka
On Application
As above but airier
Dry Down
Quite musky and incensey. Kind of goes to a musky and spicy leatherish scent. I like it.
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4
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In The Bottle
Clove and musk. Lovely
On Application
Effervescent dark musk and clove.
Dry Down
Surprisingly cool and airy. This is glorious and surprisingly 'masculine'
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4.5
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In The Bottle
Patchouli and frankincense
On Application
Sweetly resinous and powdery.
Dry Down
Fades somewhat quickly but is a gorgeous woody patchouli blend. Incensey. Nice
Rating (0-5)
4
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In The Bottle
Chocolatey vetiver with faint florals
On Application
Wow. Chrysanthemum leaps out and combined with vetiver has a lovely dusty and dry scent
Dry Down
Develops a slight burnt plastic note a few minutes into the drydown. And then the rose amps up to spoil this.
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2
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Paris
in Wanderlust
In The Bottle
Slightly spicy lavender
On Application
Sour lavender
Dry Down
Basically just sour lavender all of the time.
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1
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In The Bottle
Rich, berryish and slightly grapey
On Application
Sour and sweaty grape
Dry Down
I can smell jasmine in this. Becomes quite dusty quite quickly on drydown. This never loses the sweaty sock smell. Not good on me.
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2
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In The Bottle
Salty aquatic
On Application
Very salty aquatic
Dry Down
Sweetens and becomes softer on dry down. Becomes creamier as it dries. Pleasant but not for me.
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3
Shadwell
in Good Omens
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In The Bottle
Sweet and sharp. I get a strong liquorice/anise vibe
On Application
The mildew note is prominent and kind of funky and then the tea quickly comes through strongly with a touch of vanilla smoothness. It still has an anise quality to it.
Dry Down
I was really looking forward to the mildewed raincoat note as this is a really comforting memory scent for me and I am not disappointed as this dries down. This is a new love for me. It is strangely soft and very definitely masculine for me ( I rarely put masculine and femine attributes to BPAL scents). Lovely and I suspect will age superbly.
Rating (0-5)
4.5