Barkhane

10 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• dhoakohime

  February 19, 2014

  

  Totally my style. A warm, rich amber reminiscent of Serge Lutens’ Ambre Sultan. The latter is denser, more herbal and sweet; Barkhane is less dense, lighter and more woody, a little more masculine, though a woman could wear it perfectly (I plan to). The oud (very little) adds bitterness to the heart, tempering the sweetness. The labdanum gives a powdery touch and softness, although the sensation remains a dense, herbal, sweet, spiced, warm and rich amber. It is not very original, but it is of good quality, a perfect resinous amber for autumn and winter.

• Maeva

  December 4, 2014

  

  Thanks to Fragrantica.com I was able to try it; I doubt I would have come across it without last year’s giveaway. Like dhoakohime, it reminds me of Ambre Sultan, but Barkhane is more vaporous and subtle, perhaps which is why it is less long-lasting. It is not as intense as Lutens’ version, yet it is more woody and spiced, less herbal. In Ambre Sultan, green herbs like coriander and patchouli stand out, with oregano and bay as secondary notes; in Barkhane, the herbal aspect leans towards cumin and curry. These notes are perceptible and initially gave me a fright, but they blend perfectly, moderating alongside a faint oud and the warm sweetness of vanilla-ciste-labdanum. A dense, bitter-sweet myrrh gives it that exotic, mysterious touch I adore. It is a spiced oriental with everything: resins, spices, flowers, powdery, smoky, almost mystical, yet with vaporous elegance.

• Kari Dil

  January 31, 2020

  

  I loved Barkhane; you feel comfortable wearing it whether you’re a man or a woman. My husband and I wore it together today and it couldn’t be better. It comes out very masculine, but then settles to become perfect for anyone. On me, the myrrh, tonka bean and the woody touch of oud stand out, with a very pleasant vanilla base that isn’t cloying. It’s well-balanced, neither intrusive nor overwhelming. Its trail is wide and the longevity is excellent. I wore it this morning and can still smell it at 4 pm. Suitable for day or night, very user-friendly.

• Taurien

  March 13, 2020

  

  Easy to wear and smells great to spice lovers. I detect nothing citrusy at the start despite the bergamot. The curry and cumin are well executed, soft and balanced. The drydown is rich, ambered and vanilla-like, similar to Café Cabanel. It has good projection initially, but later it sits close to the skin and lasts 5-6 hours. I find this short for its price. I will continue testing the Teo Cabanel kit to find my perfume. Scent 8.5/10, Longevity 6/10, Projection 8/10, Value for money 6/10, Versatility 7/10, Packaging 9/10. Would I buy again? No, I did not purchase it.

• Taurien

  March 16, 2020

  

  Easy to wear and smells great for spice lovers. I notice nothing citrusy at the start despite the bergamot. The curry and cumin are achieved, soft and balanced. The dry down is rich, ambered and vanilla-like, similar to Café Cabanel. It has good projection at first, but later sits close to the skin and lasts 5-6 hours. I find it short for the price. I’ll keep testing the Teo Cabanel kit to find my scent. Scent 8.5/10, Longevity 6/10, Projection 8/10, Value 6/10, Versatility 7/10, Packaging 9/10. Would I buy again? I haven’t bought it yet.

• marisol santilla

  June 10, 2020

  

  Potent, spicy and peppery with a fruity touch, yet surprisingly light. After ten minutes it transforms, and I absolutely love how it dries down. If the longevity were better (I’ve only tested samples), I’d buy it without hesitation.

• marisol santilla

  June 13, 2020

  

  Strong at first, sharp, spicy with a fruity hint. Very light! After 10 minutes it changes and I prefer it as it dries. Depending on the longevity (I only tested samples), this would be one I’d buy.

• csaavfer

  March 2, 2023

  

  On my skin, it starts super-spiced with a soft, wearable curry. As it dries, that edge recedes, becoming warm, ambered and vanilla-scented. I detect labdanum and myrrh, a smoky balsamic character I adore. There’s an animalic musk (not dirty) that rounds everything off. At times it smells of oud, but subtly, making it ideal for a trial. It’s unisex, autumnal/winter, deep and mysterious. It’s in my top 3 of Teo Cabanel. Ultimately, it smells a bit like Café Cabanel. Projection is moderate at first, then intimate, but it lasts over eight hours on skin. I love it immensely and would love to buy a bottle.

• Psicostasis

  January 21, 2025

  

  A super medicinal amber tamed with cumin, resulting in a light composition. The star note is the curry leaf, which I believe deserves more fame as it works brilliantly. Ambers are usually heavy and solemn, and Barkhane is no exception, but it possesses a beautiful verticality, a lift reminiscent of smoke rising from an incense burner (if the smoke weren’t smoky, but rather flower nectar). Is it serious or joyful? I’d say it’s like the Pythia of Delphi: ominous as a prophecy, yet wild as the delirion that springs forth.

• Psicostasis

  January 28, 2025

  

  The amber here doesn’t weigh you down; it floats. The cumin keeps it light, while the curry, which should be more famous, truly shines. It’s vertical, like smoke rising from incense yet it’s floral nectar. It’s serious yet cheerful, a Pythia of Delphi: ominous as prophecy and wild as a delirium.