This is Not GABA

I’m honestly shocked there are so few reviews for Gaba on the U.S. version of Fragrantica. This fragrance is everywhere in conversations abroad and feels like one of the most talked-about perfumes in many countries in 2025. Funny enough, the same thing happened with Ganymede-well known here in the American perfume community, but nowhere near as iconic as it is in parts of Europe. It’s fascinating how fragrance trends shift by region. As for Gaba itself: yes, it was clearly inspired by Ganymede, but Hormone Paris really elevated it. To my nose, they took the best elements and made them feel more modern, more wearable, more approachable, maybe a touch more feminine, but still 100% unisex. The leather is gone, replaced with brighter and softer nuances. I get some sweet citrus up top, plus a peach/apricot vibe (likely the osmanthus), which gives it a juicy lift along with that metallic, slightly iodine-like twist. That facet might not appeal to everyone, but I personally find it fascinating and addictive. The drydown has this clean but textured blend of musk, akigalawood, and ambroxan. It’s not a dupe, but it shares the DNA, and honestly, I prefer Gaba. To me, it’s the perfect happy summer-day scent: cooling, radiant, modern, and compliment-getting, but I can totally see it being a little too strong for some. Test it first if you can, but if you like Ganymede, Bois Impérial, or Akigala Mandarino, chances are you’ll enjoy Gaba too.

Hormone GABA è un profumo intenso, moderno e super sofisticato, nato con un'idea originale: regalare una sensazione di totale relax e benessere a chi lo indossa (e a chi lo annusa!). È una fragranza che non passa inosservata: ha un carattere forte, si fa notare e lascia una scia bellissima e magnetica. Come si presenta sulla pelle L'inizio: Appena spruzzato è fresco e d'impatto, una vera sferzata di energia che attira subito l'attenzione. Il cuore: Dopo pochi minuti si trasforma, diventando più morbido, avvolgente e super piacevole. È la parte che dona quella sensazione di comfort e armonia. Il fondo: È la parte che dura più a lungo. È ricco, caldo e profondo, grazie a note di legni pregiati e ambra. È proprio questa base che lo rende un profumo persistente, che ti accompagna per tutta la giornata.

I love this perfume a lot. I wish it was more affordable. Am sure it will be when the DNA becomes common (cant wait).

I just love this dna. Personally i like this more than the og. The performance is nuclear honestly. It's a beast.

Starts off leaning female very life life juicy peach but after 20mins It carms down to leave a very beast mode delicious spicy and sweet scent 3rd favourite from this house