Mmmm… by Juliette Has A Gun

I never managed to connect with this scent, though I tried it anyway. At first, I thought it would suit me, but every time I wear it, that green neroli note takes over and steals the spotlight from the sweet notes, which are actually what I prefer. It’s a no for me and I wouldn’t recommend it; definitely try before you buy.

I tried this perfume at Sephora a few weeks ago and thought it was incredible. 100% raspberry, sweet, clean, and fresh. I bought it a few days later, but at home it’s something completely different. It’s very, very talcum-heavy, something I usually avoid, but the sweetness saves it for me. I perceive it as if they mixed a spoonful of talcum powder with icing sugar. As it dries down, the acidity and freshness of the raspberry and caramel are at the base, though they barely come through. I think it’s a harmless fragrance for any weather or occasion, but I don’t see it lasting or projecting much. The bottle colour is lovely, though.

Impressed to be the first to consider it remarkably similar to Earth by Loewe. Loewe with better performance, beautiful 😍.

A lighter, youthful, and playful version of Hypnotic Poison, but… it’s more fruity and daytime. It’s a ‘pretty girl’ perfume; on me, the raspberry, neroli, and caramel stand out, with the latter not being heavy, just in its rightful measure. The patchouli is also very discreet, lurking in the background as if it’s shy about coming out. I see this fragrance as a sweet, tender young girl who wants to be older but doesn’t dare.

It smells to me like Cloud from the 90s: talcum-heavy, sweet, and even cloying. If you think it will be your typical gourmand, it isn’t. It’s not a bad fragrance, but definitely not for everyone. I definitely note that plasticine or medicinal licorice smell, but it doesn’t disgust me. It’s not a perfume to buy blindly. It lasts a long time on my skin, but I don’t notice any fruity notes.

Smells like pink marshmallow and little sweets; for me, what really stands out is the raspberry with caramel, without noticing the neroli or talc, which I appreciate as I can’t stand them. It’s a beautiful composition that I adore, with good trail and longevity. After oxidating a bit, the scent becomes spectacular and I like it even more than at first; every time I smell it on my clothes, I confirm the name fits perfectly.

Simply love it, mmm… it has been a great discovery with incredible longevity. When I wear it, it’s the day I get the most compliments and people ask what perfume I’m using; it’s sweet and fruity.

I was drawn to it because many say it resembles Hypnotic Poison, which I adore, and since I could only find the EDT, I decided to buy it blind and it was a good decision. It has a great resemblance but has its own personality, much more floral, soft, and sweet than the original, which is darker. My friends say it smells like playdough, but for me it’s like a new doll, slightly plastic but in a good way. I love the talc-like touch that gives softness along with the flowers and vanilla; I fall in love with it more and more and it will be my signature this autumn and winter.

Although they say it’s identical to Hypnotic Poison, it’s quite different and already has a place in my heart. It has a similar profile thanks to that powdery vanilla, but MMMM, I love it more. Perhaps the raspberry dominates, wrapped beautifully by iris and heliotrope (giving it that powdery cherry note), with caramel, vanilla, and a sandalwood base that adds personality. As it dries down, the fruity notes give way to the woody base and powdery vanilla. Compared to the Dior, it’s less powdery, more fruity and floral. It has moderate to soft sillage and lasts about 8 hours on my skin. I feel it’s sweet and innocent, yet not generic or simple. I’ve really liked it; although the raspberry can be a bit loud or verge on cloying at first, I found myself thinking about buying a bottle… Perhaps I will. Scent 7.5/10, Longevity 8/10, Sillage 6/10, Value for money 5/10, Versatility 6.5/10, Packaging 7.5/10. Would I buy it again? Perhaps.

Yes, I can say ‘mmmm’ when using it! I find it hard to describe because it’s fruity at the same time as not being very sweet, talc-like but fresh; you can feel the flowers and something plastic-like like a new doll at the base, an artificial note but not unpleasant, typical of the brand. Generally I don’t like raspberry, but with the white flowers it gives it a fresh floral air, and the heliotrope and iris give the talc-like touch. It’s very versatile, suits women of any age, and for any occasion; I work at a university and my students and colleagues have praised it. This brand usually lasts little on my skin, but I liked it so much that I didn’t hesitate to buy a bottle, although I have to reapply constantly and its projection is moderate.

The only thing similar to Hypnotic Poison is the type of vanilla, but this one is finer and more floral. It’s very balanced: sweet but not cloying. The neroli, iris, and orange blossom aren’t predominant but give it a sweet floral side and slightly talc-like touch that elevates the scent. It’s feminine and very versatile, not linear, and after hours it leaves a musky and soft aroma similar to the dry-down of Not a Perfume. The only negative is that it has moderate to low trail and lasts less than 6 hours on my skin, a performance that for its price should be better. That said, I believe in terms of scent, although it’s not very original, it’s the best created and can be bought blind without worry.

This is an absolute delight. Youthful, sexy, and delicate, yet crafted with great elegance. When I wear it, I can’t stop searching for it to smell it properly. The name suits it perfectly.

It smells like luxury cream and elegant perfume. It’s a blend of Oriana and Hypnotic Poison, without being a clone of either, and better than both, although Dior was my signature scent for years. It’s the scent of a brand-new, sugared doll, where I detect neroli, vanilla, and nardos above all… At times, it has a hint of a red fruit lollipop. I’d say it has no age; a very young audience will love it. A guaranteed blind buy. I own Vanilla Vibes and Miss Charming from the brand, and this is, without a doubt, my favourite.

I struggle to think of a similarity with Hypnotic Poison beyond that overwhelming amplified vanilla note. The Dior is more nightclub-ready and potent, with an almond-wood base. This might amuse you if you enjoy intertwined vanillas; the body is similar, but it has its own personality by incorporating powdery chords mixed with memories of classic lotions. That cool, soapy touch suits perfectly for going out, thanks to the heliotrope and lily. This Mmmm could be another among artificial and chemical feminine perfumes, but it looks more interesting and suggestive. It’s an exact blend of reddish vanilla where three chords sparkle: lily/heliotrope, narcotic orange blossom, and waxy sandalwood, cool notes against the warmth of the fruity vanilla. My nose doesn’t distinguish the raspberry on its own; there’s a very evident hint of pink syrup, but in an abstract way. Finally, and not that I found the earlier phases amusing, it turns into a fragrance of the crowd; only a single caramelised vanilla note remains, which is enough to make you want to add ethyl alcohol and finish with torture. By the way, on the opening, it reminds me of a soft fruity ambroxan, in the style of Escentric Molecules, which, without being unpleasant, avoids the brassy growl it later turns into. To my taste, it’s a unisex that leans more towards masculine, and at some point it tried to remind me of Opium pour Homme, which is not strange with the anise-heliotrope mixed with cherries. In my mind, the connection works because Opium carries many currants. I recommend trying it to men who love heavy, nocturnal oriental scents. Longevity is very good.

Extremely current scent. I’m fascinated by it. To me, it’s feminine, not unisex, although it’s a trend, I wouldn’t categorise it as such. It’s praiseworthy that everyone uses the perfumes with which they identify and that make them feel good. That’s why I find it easier to have that quick classification in feminine, unisex, or masculine. Just as with the classic or current tags. There are classic great perfumes, like balsamic ones (like Chanel No. 5), that no matter how good they are, I don’t feel like wearing them in this stage of my life. Perhaps these designations could be replaced by terms appropriate for the 21st century but equally definitive so we don’t have to test the vast existing repertoire individually. I detect a certain similarity to This Is Her by Zadig & Voltaire, even to Girls Can Do Anything from the same brand. I love it, I also say: mmmm… I’m adding it to my wishlist.