Oud Men’s Fragrance Reviews
Oud Men’s Fragrances, originating from the resinous heartwood of Aquilaria trees, embody luxury and tradition in men’s grooming. Known as agarwood, oud is celebrated for its warm, woody, and subtly sweet aroma with resinous notes. These fragrances are notable for their longevity and intensity, catering to those who prefer a distinctive, enduring scent.
Often blended with elements like leather, spices, and amber, oud fragrances exude a sense of sophistication and luxury. While targeted mainly towards men, their deep and captivating aroma has a universal appeal. This category is distinguished in the fragrance world by its unique character and the artisanal processes used in extracting the precious oud oil.
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Penhaligon’s Portraits – The Uncompromising Sohan Reviewed
Penhaligon’s Portraits collection paints a bizarrely fictional representation of British aristocracy through a series of unique period-inspired character fragrances. Sohan is one of these Portrait characters and this “Merchant of Alexandria” bears the Indian name of charming and handsome. Ambitious and astute Sohan has worked diligently and with flair to establish himself in the world of troublesome…
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Fornasetti Profumi Giardino Segreto Foglie Key Print Candle
This is the third installment of my long Easter weekend fragrance reviews. The other three in total are Michael Kors Extreme Night, Tommy Tropics by Tommy Hilfiger and Mizensir Eau de Gingembre . Fornasetti Profumi objects are addictive. My collection has been built up over 5 years; some as samples and some bought myself. I’ve currently amassed eight…
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TOM FORD Private Blend Body Sprays
In addition to the stunning matched fragrances, TOM FORD has launched 3 new Private Blend body sprays in Tobacco Vanille, Noir de Noir and Tuscan Leather. Also, whilst we’re on TOM FORD, for something really, really nice this Christmas and beyond luxurious – check out this TOM FORD Private Blend Atomiser wrapped in supple leather with gold…
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NEW Heeley Paris Eau Sacree Extract de Parfum
As we fly into Autumn and Winter, it’s time to switch your fragrance up. Going from light fruits and aquatics, to warm darks. NEW Heeley Paris Eau Sacree Extract de Parfum ticks all my autumnal boxes with its seasonally warm composition. Top notes of Labdanum; a heart of Olibanum, patchouli and rose with a base of…
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The Cool Waters of The Merchant of Venice Venetian Blue
Taking all the best loved traditional elements of Aquatic Fragrances blended with the citrus notes of a fine italian cologne, Venetian Blue by The Merchant of Venice, part of the Nobil Homo collection (no, that’s now how you translate it, I promise) is an absolutely stunning, easy-to-wear, all rounder fragrance. What makes this different is its smokey,…
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Frederic Malle Cologne Indelebile NEW Body Milk & Body Wash
Frederic Malle is now serving body-ody-ody with two incredible body ancillaries to Frederic Malle Cologne Indelebile. Available is a body milk and a shower gel. Frederic Malle Cologne Indelebile, launched last year and is a mediterannean-style citrus cologne with lemon, bergamot; a heart of narcissus, orange blossom and neroli with a creamy, musky base. Cologne Indelebile Body Milk…
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Papillon Perfumery Artisan Perfumes
I’m a bit embarrassed really, but I’ve had these fragrances for a long, long time; concealed in bubble-wrap, sat in my review chest and kept falling to the bottom. I’ve definitely been missing out. Papillon fragrances are from the mind and heart of perfumer, Liz Moores. There are four unisex perfumes in the collection: Anubis, Tobacco…
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The Perfumer’s Story by Azzi Glasser: Old Books
I feel like a bit of a fraud writing this, but it’s not actually my fragrance. When Chris and me went to Harvey Nichols last week and I was treated to a gorgeous bottle of Jazz Club (read the review here), he treated himself to a bottle of Old Books, part of The Perfumer’s Story by Azzi Glasser.…
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My Fragrance Collection
Since before I began MANFACE, I have been amassing fragrances during my career in the beauty industry. I love them. I find fragrance says more about you than any bag, scarf or belt – they’re the ultimate accessory. My mum has always been a fragrance lover, probably more so now but I always remember her…
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Atelier Des Ors Lune Féline
Launching… today! In fact I was gagged from last week until 10am this morning to which I certainly won’t be making a cheap joke about. Where has Atelier Des Ors been in my life? I’m in love. Atelier Des Ors Lune Féline is an evening fragrance of oriental vanillas, musks and dark animalistic notes. It’s serving gourmet…