RBX 59

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• Darkbeat

  May 9, 2018

  

  I’m not sure what to make of this perfume; there are moments I dislike and moments I enjoy, leaving me stuck in that crossroads of whether I like it or not. It opens with a very camphoraceous floral note, so strange and irritating that, at least for me, it was utterly unpleasant. Within minutes, that camphoraceous sensation fades in intensity, revealing the floral notes in more detail. It’s like a jumble of flowers with a hint of rose standing out, though nothing particularly noteworthy. These flowers are mixed with traces of that initial camphoraceous feeling, albeit with much less intensity, yet the resulting scent still doesn’t appeal to me. Then, patchouli joins the floral notes, creating a floral and earthy aroma with mentholated nuances over a creamy base of warm woods. From this point on, the scent begins to please me. The woods take centre stage during the dry-down, with sandalwood featuring dirty oud nuances and a tiny touch of sweet, warm vanilla and amber, while residual hints of the flower-patchouli combination swirl around. This dry-down is wonderful; it’s a pity that such an unfortunate beginning exists, because without it, the perfume would be a gem. However, I fear that opening will be a ballast. At least, I won’t be buying a full bottle. The scent is original; I’ve never smelled anything like it, and it’s not excessively Arabic, but that opening with those camphoraceous nuances throws me off, and I don’t start to like the perfume until they have completely vanished. The longevity is very good, lasting more than eight hours on the skin. There is a very noticeable sillage at first, but within half an hour it stabilises and remains moderate. It’s suitable for cool and temperate climates and can be worn equally well day or night. As for my recommendation, I wouldn’t advise buying it without testing it first. So, those interested in this concoction should buy a sample beforehand to avoid disappointment.