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theora ([personal profile] theora) wrote in [community profile] smellsgood2017-04-04 09:46 am

Alkemia?

I looked back a bit in this group, but didn't see any mention of Alkemia. Has anybody tried anything of theirs? They're an indie perfume oil company with a large catalog (though not as large as BPAL). I'm considering a sample order, would welcome any thoughts! Right now, these have caught my eye:

  • Blackberry Noir: A deliciously dark trinity - black berries, black tea, black musk

  • Desiderata: The simple beauty of an evening stroll on a warm June evening. Fresh honeysuckle blooming under a rising full moon, ivy vines, dew dampened grass, riverbed clay, old barnwood, and earthy vetivert root.

  • Dalliance: Fresh English cucumbers, barely ripened figs, and cool ice tea. Languidly sensuous.
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[personal profile] sporky_rat 2017-04-04 06:29 pm (UTC)(link)
Desiderata: The simple beauty of an evening stroll on a warm June evening. Fresh honeysuckle blooming under a rising full moon, ivy vines, dew dampened grass, riverbed clay, old barnwood, and earthy vetivert root.

I want to know what you think of this one. That reads like it would smell like home.
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[personal profile] lunabee34 2017-04-04 09:22 pm (UTC)(link)
I think I am sensing that you like fig. :)

I haven't tried that group before. I'll be curious to see how you think it compares to BPAL if you try any.