Luna Rubi by Natura

I laugh at the fact that Luna Rubí doesn’t score higher here. Perhaps it’s due to previous reviews calling it a risky Natura gamble and a very authentic fragrance when it launched. It’s not mass-appeal or to most people’s taste. I adore its roses, pink pepper, warm spices, and woods. As autumn begins, I pull it out of the drawer. The trail and projection are strong; I wore it in the morning and before my evening shower, Luna Rubí still lingered. Another treasure I hope gets relaunched in the Mexican magazine and in all countries where it’s sold ❤️

Today I received this perfume in an exchange and I loved it. My experience wasn’t what I expected from the comments, but that didn’t mean I didn’t like it—I loved it! 😍 I was keen to buy Delilah and surprisingly, it’s very much in that vein; the pink pepper and rose sit beautifully on my skin. Divine. It’s not as sweet and full-bodied as other Luna line scents.

An exquisite, sensual perfume for an interesting woman. I bought it blind; many controversial reviews, but in the end, I was surprised—it’s very lovely. It stands out from my collection. You can smell the pepper and spices in a sweet, sensual way. Cinnamon is present, along with the woods; it smells like an executive woman. Longevity on my skin is moderate, as is the trail; I didn’t experience that great longevity people talk about. I think it’s suitable for almost any season and age, but always for nights or formal events. I would buy it again.

The Luna line from Natura has its finest offering here. Top-tier quality, with a trail and longevity that are enchanting. The scent is special, rare, sweet, and perfect for winter. It has an acidic note I can’t quite place; perhaps it comes from the paprika that gives it that sweetness. I don’t detect the rose or the pepper, but rather other spices that stand out, although the cinnamon isn’t pure and the almond note is absent. Yet, the blend makes it unique and truly special.

Luna Rubí is potent, it is not for anyone, it lasts long and that although I do not notice perfumes. It has a vintage vibe and is sweetly spicy. If you like warm spices, here it is. If you look for almonds or cinnamon, I do not feel them, nor woods… it is a cocktail of ‘condiments’ over some crushed rose petals with pink pepper. I feel bursts of spicy rose throughout the life of the perfume, something annoying if you over-spray and somewhat tiring, but a while without using it already makes me miss it; it has something addictive and at the same time tiring and so, in a loop… beautiful and totally different from what I smelled from Natura’s feminines.

I love it. For me, it’s sweet and spiced florals. It reminds me of a perfume from the nineties. Very good longevity and trail, it gives warmth, perfect for winter. 😍

I tried it from a Natura decant and loved it; I’ll definitely be buying it. I’d describe it as mysterious, sophisticated, and sensual for special occasions. I’m surprised they label it unisex; to me, it feels very feminine with a luxurious presence. It smells like an expensive perfume, not for everyone. At 800 pesos for 50ml, it’s not cheap, but every centavo is worth it. I’d reserve it for very special events, so I doubt I’ll buy it right now as I already have too many perfumes.

A mysterious, sensual, and spiced fragrance. The warmth of the spicy and sweet notes gives it a Christmas vibe, but in the dry down, almond and rose dominate, which are very feminine. Great price and quality.

Excellent fragrance from Natura. The scent starts complex and dramatic; initially the notes aren’t quite discernible, but later they unfold into an incredible cosmos. This happens with several of this house’s creations where I become anosmic in moments, yet in other facets the perfume floods the air. I’ve read similar experiences. With Luna Rubí, it’s the same: after the initial burst, rose pepper and potent flowers emerge, before settling into a creamy, slightly almond-scented aroma with hints of cinnamon. A rose reminiscent of Cartier’s Declaration d’Un Soir (approaching Alma by Natura) rises from the creamy forest, lending an aquatic, fresh touch. The dry-down rests on that soft rose with a lightly sweet pink hue. Luna Rubí is very particular; I wouldn’t recommend buying it blind (I did and got lucky), but if you like it, it’s a wonderful experience. Natura proves you don’t need to spend a fortune to achieve niche quality.

What a lovely perfume. Super warm, winter-appropriate, and spiced. You can detect the cinnamon, the spices, the almond, and the pepper that gives it a kick. Very delicious. Excellent longevity and sillage; it’s not invasive, staying close but still noticeable. Highly recommended if you like sweet, spiced, and warm perfumes. Natura has done it again!

Ruby Moon is the Natura perfume that caught my attention the most this year (2020). Natura perfumes are excellent; they last wonderfully on my skin (with the occasional exception of some body splashes). I believe many Natura fragrances have nothing to envy from designer brands. Some are complex, which I adore, but that’s not the case with Ruby Moon, in my opinion. I was very drawn to its description; I thought it would be incredible, rich, and sensual. It is sensual, it attracts and lingers in the memory, certainly. I don’t think everyone will like it. I admit I don’t know much about the subject, but I have used many fragrances. I find it very sweet, herbal, and woody. I love vanilla or honey sweets, but this isn’t one of them. It feels like a blend of herbs, woods, and honey (unusual, but in Argentina there are herbal drinks that resemble it, only with a marked sweet touch). I detect spicy, peppery notes, extremely strong, and it lasts a long time. I atomised it one afternoon and still felt it concentrated at dawn. I showered and could still smell it; it never left my clothes until I washed them. I don’t like it much, but it fixes excellently. It’s not purely feminine; on my skin, it has a masculine hint, although it is categorised as such. I wouldn’t pigeonhole it as a women’s perfume. I will use it for special occasions; it’s not for daily or casual wear, but I will give it opportunities. Honestly, I haven’t worn it, only atomised it twice. I’ve had it for two months and haven’t found an occasion. I wouldn’t recommend it for hot daytime weather; it suits special occasions to stand out with an exotic aroma, used moderately, in the evening or late afternoon in cool weather.

Just arrived after months of waiting, and it’s a delight. Seductive and original, different yet rich. It’s hard to interpret; I detect cinnamon with more spices and flowers, slightly sweet without being cloying. It doesn’t lose that characteristic Luna touch. This and Radiance are my favourites. What beauty.

I do not recommend buying blind as the scent changes significantly depending on pH; on me, the rose with spices predominates. The first time I atomised it, one spray on my wrist flooded the room. Black pepper and floral notes are apparent at the start, although I do not detect the almond. The fragrance develops as a blend of earthy and spicy flowers where the rose is the protagonist. I can detect the cinnamon, spices, woods, and red rose. At times, that honeyed touch of the pripioca appears, giving it sweetness, but I do not consider it a sweet perfume. What I enjoy most is how it evolves on the skin over time, with very interesting nuances. It offers a pleasant sensory experience until the last hours, where only a scent similar to rose with incense remains. It has very good longevity on my pH, around 8 hours. The projection is moderate for the first hour and a half. I feel it is a perfume for cold weather, for day and night. I find it difficult to find occasions for use. With this, I do not mean it is ugly; it is not a scent that will please everyone, which is why I see it as akin to a niche fragrance.

As they say, it’s strong and very distinctive. Upon application, you first note pink pepper and spices; then come the sweet almonds and the rose. For about 30 minutes, it oscillates between spices with almond (rare, like flan with Bolognese sauce) and spices with rose (reminds me of Kate Moss’s first perfume). Until everything settles and… wow! It becomes a spicy, original blend (goodbye sandalwood and musk, it doesn’t need them here). In the base, there’s a soft sweetness that relaxes and prevents you from being overwhelmed by so many condiments. Very original, excellent blend 👏👏👏

Natura succeeds in creating sweetnesses that evoke fresh things; in this case, it feels very sweet, but also a fresh rose that, when mashed with spices and the touch of cinnamon, gives a somewhat confused sensation. I am testing it on paper, of course, it must vary somewhat on the skin. Quite feminine, youthful, and appropriate for these times. However, I think that an over-application of this and you can already make those nearby sneeze; lovely scent, moderation is the key with this.