Torn

It is clear that there is more than just vetiver and vanilla in this fragrance. In the initial few minutes, I get a strong, sweet black current note combined with a considerable dose of patchouli. The patchouli is slightly spicy and adds a great deal of depth to the fragrance. Immediately, I am tempted to press my nose closer. In the mid stages, the black current note fades into a sweet, spicy rose. The rose is not jammy, old fashioned, or cloying. At this point, the vanilla starts to peek through. In combination with the patchouli and vetiver, the vanilla adds a creamy sweetness but this fragrance never veers into gourmand territory. I have to agree with other reviewers who have likened this fragrance to Black Orchid by Tom Ford. Torn is not nearly as intense but there are striking similarities. For instance, I find this one to be much more likeable because of the rose and vanilla- it's like a feminine leaning version of Black Orchid. The woman/man who chooses to wear this definitely has a strong sense of self as this fragrance has a lot of character. On a more personal note, I feel wonderful spritzing this on because it's not laden with a bunch of untested chemicals. That being said... the "clean fragrance" movement, while vested in some truth about health concerns related to chemicals, is also a bit of a marketing ploy. However, the fact that EWG Skin Deep database rates this fragrance as "safe" does make me love this fragrance even more.

“Sheer Black Orchid” I really like this. To describe in a jumbled way: it’s a mildy spicy sweet vanillic-woody-truffley-vetiver-patchouli. I would never have thought of the comparison on my own, but now that I’m seeing Black Orchid up there as the suggested similar scents, I do totally smell TF BO. It’s like a sheer, much less dense, much less sickening, type of Black Orchid. There’s no wonder I like this then. I used to adore Black Orchid around 2006-2008. This is less loud “look at me,” and more subdued and subtle. It’s comforting and mostly sweet with some spice & a dark woody vanilla-ish patchouli vibe but it's not comforting as in boring, it's definitley an interesting and niche/top notch scent profile. I'm kinda obsessed with this lately. I need a lot of sprays and think it's barely moderate longevity (makes it through half the day, to lunchtime maybe). But I'm smitten and am going to bring the travel spray with me when I need an extra spritz later in the day. I keep loving this more and more. Top favorite from Henry Rose. Scent: 10/10 Longevity: 5/10

Earthy, spiced, and sweet without being overtly a gourmand. Mysterious, yet comforting. True subtly with an edge. Henry Rose’s ‘Dark Is Night’ had been a long time favorite of mine for its nostalgic, sweet incense like characteristics, however pregnancy temporarily altered my scent preferences and DIN sadly became too heavy for me. ‘Torn’ however has been a lovely alternative. The opening and middle floral notes (specifically the rose) come across deep and dewy. The base notes that then follow with a dry vanilla bean, patchouli, and praline settle into a perfectly balanced earthy spice that’s ‘just’ sweet enough to make the mouth water. It’s effortlessly classy and wearable for all occasions. The comparisons of Torn to Black Orchid are fair, but Torn again is far more subtle in its approach. Torn is the black cat that knows it doesn’t need size to still swagger like a panther. It’s certainly sauntered itself into my permanent collection (and pairs perfectly over DIN). I hope it decides to stay for a long time.

Very, very pretty scent. I get a delicate violet here, like you took the violet from Celeste, tamped it down a bit, and added it to i Profumi di Firenze’s Vaniglia del Madagascar (another one of my favorite spring time vanillas). Torn warms up beautifully on the skin; it starts out a bit greener, spicier and damp even- like a walled, shady, backyard garden. Then after 1-2 hours it really becomes this warm, golden vanilla. Still with a touch of the violet and earthy greenness. Like a sugar cube crumbling into a violet green tea. The only gripe I have is the lasting power- 4 hours tops and the silage is pretty much within arms length for the first two hours, and then a really close bubble- not quite a skin scent- for the last two. I’m really debating a full bottle of this- not every fragrance needs to be beast mode. This fits my delicate, confectionary, garden-fairy-at-a-tea-party spring vibe 🌾🫖🧚🏽🍭💐🧁

So delicious and sophisticated. I got so many compliments on this scent every time I wore it. It opens very bright but once it dries down, it mellows out into a sexy, earthy vanilla that isn’t sweet at all. If you loved smelling vanilla extract as a kid but you’re not a gourmand lover now, this could be the one for you. I usually love gourmands, the sweeter the better, but this was my intro to more unisex woody fragrances. It feels like sitting by the fireplace in a clean, cozy house while you can just barely smell the warm cookies on the table behind you. It is a bit of a higher price point, but I felt like it was worth it because of how it lasts all day without losing any sillage. A little goes a long way and a few sprays will last you all day without overpowering the noses of everybody with whom you might have to share an elevator.

If you like Angel Muse, I think you'll really like Torn. It's something about the sweetness combined with the vetiver that you get in both, although in AM it's cocoa/hazelnut, and here it's vanilla. This is also reportedly Michelle Pfeiffer's personal favorite out of all of the Henry Rose perfumes (this is her company). She's all about cruelty free, hypoallergenic, no parabens/phalates/formaldehyde, no known/suspected carcinogens, nor known/suspected endocrine disruptors. All pretty great things! This line feels very Le Labo-like, which is also interesting. I bought the $20 set of samples (a good deal) along with a full-size of Dark is Night (a vanilla/patchouli blend that reminds me of a vanillic Santal 33 for some reason). Shipping was super-fast after I ordered. I'm excited to try all of the rest!

I ordered the sample set and am glad I did. I expected to like a few of the others the best, but this was the winner for me. A Spicy vanilla scent that is really aromatic and vanilla-centric, which doesn't sound like it would work...but it does. It lasted pretty well for being a clean perfume. Wear it with a vetyver or vanilla lotion to help it last. Even though it has patchouli in it, a patch lotion overpowers the perfume. I do like clean perfumes, as I tend to get rashy, often from dupes/extraits. Oakcha and Dua are the worst in that department - who really knows what's in them. I would recommend buying the sample set to try them first. You might be surprised by what turns out to be your favourite. If you like vanilla, you should like this one.

I don't know why the note pyramid here is not the same as on the Henry Rose website, which lists florals both at the top (muguet, freesia) and at the heart (rose, violet, and jasmine), but the spring-like floral notes are certainly present in the opening of this marvelous fragrance from Henry Rose. I would not describe this as linear at all; but this develops very quickly, however, and the vanilla slightly sweetening the florals comes to dominate, with vetiver and patchouli and sandalwood all at the base as the florals disappear. This is such a great list of notes for me that it seems almost inevitable I would like this as much as I do. A very classy fragrance, but not so fancy you couldn't easily wear it to the office or somewhere casual.

I got a sample of this because I have and love Dark is Night. I don't get any resemblance to Dark is Night, but I do agree that this is a more wearable TF Black Orchid. Black Orchid can be temperamental, but Torn melts with the skin. This one depends on skin chemistry from reading the reviews. On me, it's dark and witchy smelling, very decadent. The lasting power was great; over several hours later I could still smell wafts of it. I had Black Orchid at one time and could never enjoy wearing it, but this is a nice substitute. Dark, earthy, with an almost truffle-like base, it's a great unisex vanilla. If TF's Black Orchid put you off, you'd like this one better.

Henry Rose's Torn is a captivating unisex fragrance that harmoniously blends the warmth of vanilla with the earthy undertones of vetiver. This combination creates a scent that is both inviting and balanced, making it suitable for all genders. The vanilla imparts a cozy sweetness, while the vetiver adds depth and complexity, preventing it from becoming overly sweet. This balance makes Torn an excellent choice for layering with other scents, especially in winter. It’s a calming, bedtime-friendly fragrance, perfect for cold months. However, the performance and sillage are not very strong—I wish it lasted longer for such a beautiful scent.

Warm, sweet, subtly spicy, very vanilla but not cloying or overly sweet. It is approachable and light - good for a daytime scent. The warmth and coziness remind me of Fall and Winter. I read in an article that this is Michelle Pfieffer's go-to and she also mentioned wanting to try mixing it with Windows Down (much more citrusy) - which I will try next to maybe brighten this scent towards a Spring/Summer feel. This one smells like simple but spicy vanilla on me - would lend itself well to mixing. Vanilla might not be everyone's thing, but this scent is easy to like, comforting, and still feels quite special.

Just blind bought a bottle yesterday and immediately fell in love. I adore dark and mysterious scents and this is the perfect embodiment of sensual/witchy vibes. At first spray, I was welcomed by a smoky incense aroma drying down to a sweet and creamy vanilla scent. I was nervous about the longevity because of how quick HR Flora Carnivora disappeared on my skin, but was pleasantly surprised as it lasted for a full day. In fact in the middle of the day I took a nap and woke up to such a pleasant smell on my wrists. The best way I can describe this is as a diet TF Black Orchid. This is my new signature!

Torn by Henry Rose is gentle, perhaps too gentle. I find myself nuzzling into my own wrists to take this lovely scent in, and simply cannot get enough. I do wish for more pillage and that it lasted longer. It’s purely intoxicating. The violet note is strong for me, and I’m not always drawn to violet scents. Rose typically gives me a headache and I cannot discern the rose in this. I ordered this immediately upon sampling it. I find that the Henry Rose samplers are delightful and I have loved each of them, though this was my stand out favorite. Torn: my bedtime story. Warm, subtle, intoxicating.

So interesting reading these reviews! I agree with those that say there are more notes in here. There definitely are. It’s one of the few perfumes that’s vanilla heavy the whole time. I love it. It starts out a bit spicier and more floral vanilla. Then it shifts into a jasmine vanilla (my fav) finishing in a warm woody vanilla. This is a scent that you will smell on your clothes days later. I love it. I rotate perfumes a lot, and this is one that when I pick up and older sweatshirt I think - oh what did I wear that day? This smells amazing. It’s always Torn.

I agree, Torn is quite reminiscent of Black Orchid. However, Black Orchid has a cucumbery-marine in the top notes, which is how black current sometimes reads to my nose- depending on the other notes. I do think the truffle note (in BO) influences how the other notes combine too; truffle adding a bit of dirt and funk. Black Orchid is definitely more “synthetic” smelling. Torn is deeper, a bit simpler, slightly sweeter, and has a more natural vanilla than Black Orchid. It is very much its own fragrance, and not trying to be a dupe.

There's something fruity and floral in the top notes - can't identify exactly, but it's there. Dry down is slightly woody, very vanilla, and patchouli. It's almost a praline finish, but not sweet - like buttery? It's very pleasant and I get loads of compliments when I wear it. It smells organic, not synthetic, and I like that the most. It lasts on me about 3 hours, which is normal for a "clean" fragrance. Sillage is average. I think the price is reasonable.

I like this scent a lot. I purchased the roller ball which I think will work well, as it is a strong scent with a large projection, as others commented. I can go lighter with the rollerball application. The longevity is great, but mainly patchouli scent left. I typically dislike patchouli, but I'm strangely drawn to this. So far I've had a great experience with this company and I'm thrilled they've finally created an EWG approved scent. Thank u, Michelle!

Full disclosure: I am usually lukewarm towards vanilla scents. I don't love them. But Torn completely changed my mind about that. It's not cloying, the way that most vanilla perfumes are. There's none of that synthetically sickly sweetness either. It's just a warm, happy vanilla, like when you are baking cookies in the oven. This perfume feels like a warm hug from your best friend. Or Christmas Eve by the fire. Just cozy. Perfect.

After testing all of the fragrance samples in the line, I selected Torn as my first full bottle. This is a spicy, edgy vanilla, and I love that the ingredients are clean. It lasts a full 7 hours on my skin. I am now eyeballing Dark is Night. That one is delicious too. But I picked up Flora Carnivora as my second full bottle because it's completely different from Torn, where Dark is Night leans similar (it's another dark vanilla).

Thanks to the discovery set, I chose Torn as my first purchase from Henry Rose. A lot of them are well-made, smooth, including this one. I have vanillas that are overpowering so I almost never really seek them out which is why I’m glad I got this discovery set. The notes in this one work together as an ensemble of ambery, earthy, boozy, vanilla. Nothing screams; they sing together in harmony.