The Secret Absolu

9 reseñas

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• santirome

  July 25, 2024

  

  I bought it blindly just three days after it launched in Argentina and the first time I used it was a disappointment. I spoke poorly of this perfume, but I have to correct myself: it’s a damn great fragrance. The first sprays smelled like a bad and very cheap mixture; it is economical, yes, but it smelled like Kevin or supermarket perfumes. Three days passed and when I used it again, I must say it’s an exquisite fragrance. It’s a spicy, boozy amber scent with an old-school style but with a modern and sweet twist, really very pleasant. It is linear: the opening smells like pure alcohol, but when it dries down, wow, a delight. The first time it lasted approx. 3 hours on skin, by the third time it was gone. Today it lasted close to 10 hours, with the last ones very close to the skin but noticeable. Regarding projection, I didn’t measure it with friends, but I assure you it’s not one of those beasts that hits you with blasts; but it’s there. I’d like to update this later so it can mature and live in all its splendour. Compared to its siblings ‘The Secret’, I consider them sweeter, perhaps more party-oriented, but this one has more class; a bit more elegant, with that sweet twist that makes it versatile for mid-season and non-freezing winters. It’s not the typical party or club perfume, but if you give it that occasional use, it looks great if you know how to wear it. Value for money: 10/10. I dare to say it holds its own and beats many commercial triple-A perfumes, full of reformulations that turn into watery juice and last 4 hours at three times the price of this Antonio Banderas. Blind buy? Yes, totally. If you’re 20+ and want a perfume for meetings or elegant occasions, but that still retains a rich and pleasing character, it fits like a glove. If you like having a stylish and classy image, regardless of your age range, I’d say it’s perfect for a mid-season signature scent. In my case, I’m going to use it a lot in that context. Sorry for having spoken ill of you, Secret Absolu. In just three days you shut my mouth.

• Diego Zalles

  July 29, 2024

  

  I agree with the others; nothing surprising, but if you’re looking for something sweet and affordable for everyday wear, this is ideal. I’ve had bad experiences with longevity and projection (perhaps my pH is off), but this surprised me by lasting over 8 hours, though the projection isn’t strong as my friends barely notice it. Still, it’s perfect for school or university in less hot weather: lasts all day without bothering anyone. The scent is easy to like and I doubt anyone would dislike it.

• Diego Zalles

  August 6, 2024

  

  I agree with the others! It’s not surprising at all, but if you’re missing something sweet and cheap for daily wear, this is perfect. I’ve had bad experiences with perfumes regarding longevity/projection (maybe I have the wrong pH), but this surprised me with its longevity (+8 hours), although not so much its projection since my friends don’t notice it when I ask them. Anyway, it’s good for school/university in less hot seasons, where it will last all day without annoying anyone. As for the scent, it’s easy to like and I don’t think anyone will dislike it.

• LunaeMons

  August 16, 2024

  

  Truthfully, it’s not surprising at all, however, it’s very well considered given its price, and beyond being average, it’s well executed. There are fragrances from the same house that are more synthetic and less long-lasting. It’s not an ultra-sweet cloying fragrance, although it recalls the sweetness of Rabanne to some extent. Anyway, give it a try. If you’re missing something sweet at a low cost, this Absolu has what it takes. If you already have something of that profile, it may turn out to be insignificant.

• Drb_45

  September 2, 2024

  

  It’s a perfume that, at least in my opinion, feels like they were aiming for something like 9 PM or Ultra Male, not in terms of aroma but in style. It smells nice and youthful, a fruity caramel (apple). For the first 20 minutes, it keeps that fruity caramel tone, then the leather appears and it turns into a Fruity Accord. As for performance, it’s really low: 4-5 hours on skin, one hour of projection, and a weak trail (almost non-existent). In short, a nice perfume for cold weather and night, but with very poor performance.

• campeones22

  September 23, 2024

  

  Don’t buy blindly because it has a particular scent for me that has nothing to do with The Secret or The Secret Golden; it has a rather nasty citrus note, sometimes reminding me of a Zara perfume. Anyway, I’m a fan of A.B perfumes, but this one didn’t work for me.

• JavierSantana

  October 22, 2024

  

  I tried it yesterday and found a lot of similarity with Lacoste Blanc or something blue due to the undeclared citrus, suede, freshness, and those metallic notes; nothing like what I expected, more similar to Essencial Elixir or Bentley For Men. For autumn-winter and dates, The Icon EDP is my top pick, but I recommend Natura EE, CH Men Privé, and Bentley For Men EDT even more over the Intense. Longevity and projection are normal, nothing extraordinary. Even the Avon Segno Blue should be heavier than this with similar ingredient quality.

• nano03

  January 24, 2025

  

  I tried several from the line and only this one and Icon Elixir really stuck to me. I think the longevity is acceptable for the price, but it’s not worth buying. I recommend testing it before spending money, although to be honest, look for other options for cold days.

• Laurean

  June 28, 2025

  

  I bought it knowing it smells good fresh out of the bottle and when it dries down, but it’s super soft and fades in a jiffy; you have to reapply it constantly. In my opinion, nothing in the line convinced me; it’s the worst one.