Nirmala by Molinard
Women 1955
Description
Nirmala by Molinard is a woody oriental fragrance for women. Launched in 1955, this composition features top notes of mango, passion fruit, grapefruit and mandarin; an exotic floral heart of jasmine; and a base of vanilla, tonka bean, musk, sandalwood and Virginia cedar.
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Key notes
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Top
Mango
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Heart
Exotic Floral Notes
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Base
vanilla
Community
465 votes
- Positive 83%
- Negative 15%
- Neutral 1.5%
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About Nirmala
Nirmala by Molinard is a woody oriental fragrance for women. Launched in 1955, this composition features top notes of mango, passion fruit, grapefruit and mandarin; an exotic floral heart of jasmine; and a base of vanilla, tonka bean, musk, sandalwood and Virginia cedar.
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
128 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
186 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
17 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
11 votes
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We’ve discussed perfumes that smell like sweat before, and Nirmala came to mind, along with Anitarosal. I’ve read that others get that sweaty impression, and I think it makes sense: the blend of passion fruit and grapefruit gives a damp aroma, similar to blackcurrant and cassis. I also read that for some, grapefruit smells like sweat on the skin, but fortunately, Nirmala is a hit with me and smells fantastic. It resembles Angel, sharing a similar vibe, but more than Angel, it reminds me of Innocent – the truth is, they are remarkably similar! I’ve read that Thierry Mugler was inspired by Nirmala to create Angel because his mother used it, what a beautiful tribute. Many people say Angel (1992) was the first gourmand, a pioneer, but mm, nope! I mentioned Angel as one of the first, but besides Nirmala, created in 1955 (wooo!), I can think of others like those from Comptoir Sud Pacifique or Vanille Mokha (1976), which are definitely gourmands and were created much earlier. I’ve gone off-topic -___-. Nirmala is a rich tropical perfume: it begins with a blackcurrant-like scent (probably passion fruit and grapefruit), followed by a creamy mango that becomes sweeter and more vanilla-infused, with a base that is musky, creamy, and slightly floral. I definitely prefer Nirmala to Innocent. The longevity and sillage are quite decent 😀 Brilliant!
We’ve discussed perfumes that smell like sweat before, and Nirmala immediately came to mind, along with Anitarosal. I’ve read that others get that sensation, and I think it makes sense: the combination of passion fruit and grapefruit creates something damp, reminiscent of blackcurrant or cassis. Also, some people find grapefruit smells like sweat on the skin, but Nirmala is absolutely my favourite and smells incredible. It resembles Angel, sharing a similar vibe, but for me, it recalls Innocent much more – they are remarkably similar! I’ve read that Mugler was inspired by Nirmala to create Angel because his mother used it, what a lovely tribute. Many claim Angel (1992) was the first gourmand, a pioneer, but mm, nope! I mentioned Angel as one of the first, but besides Nirmala, created in 1955 (wooo!), there are others before it, such as those from Comptoir Sud Pacifique or Vanille Mokha (1976), which are definitely gourmands. I’ve gone off-topic -___-. Nirmala is tropical and rich: it starts with a blackcurrant-like aroma (probably passion fruit and grapefruit), followed by a creamy mango that becomes sweeter and more vanilla-infused, with a base that is musky, creamy, and slightly floral. I definitely prefer it to Innocent. The longevity and sillage are quite decent 😀 Brilliant!
Since this brand isn’t available in Mexico, I bought it blind. I already own several Molinards and have loved them, but this is the exception. The opening is super sweet, and that combination of tropical fruits, especially passion fruit with mango, just doesn’t suit my skin; it smells like sweat and feels very spicy. It doesn’t improve with time. In English, they say it resembles Mugler’s Angel, and perhaps it does, as I don’t enjoy it either. Obviously, it’s my pH that doesn’t play nice with the perfume, and I’ve realised that mango or passion fruit scents just don’t work for me. If you like Angel and are looking for something fruitier, you might enjoy this; its price online is very economical, and it might work better for you than it did for me.