Absinthe Boréale

I bought a sample of this perfume a few months ago, and it is the only perfume I have ever purchased a full bottle of after buying a sample online. It is a sweet, aromatic/herbal fragrance. It definitely lasts longer on my clothes than on my skin. It is very light, has virtually no sillage, and is more of a skin fragrance. The eucalyptus and lavender aren't overpowering, nor is it reminiscent of some aromatherapy line from Bath & Body Works. I find it to be well-blended, so it's actually hard to pick out the individual notes (at least for me). The artemisia lends a sweetness to this fragrance, rather than a bitterness, and the scent overall is cool but not sharp. I love this perfume for the wintertime, and I almost exclusively wear it when it's snowing. I got a sample because the house's description of the fragrance is exactly what I was looking for, and I was not disappointed. I feel like a snow fairy when I wear this perfume. Because it is so aromatic, some people may get a "cleaning product" vibe rather than a refreshing winter wind. I find it to be more feminine, but I think men could also wear this fragrance.

This fragrance is layered so well you cannot pick out any individual fragrance notes. But that's a good thing! Especially when there is lavender. It's extremely difficult when you have lavender in a composition and not having it take over the entire thing. I think this is a beautiful fragrance! One of my favorites from the entire house, if not my absolute favorite. There is something about this one that is almost romantic. It is very light and very ethereal. I think of the absinthe fairy whenever I smell of this. She is said to lure you in with her hypnotic and sensual elegance. And she absorbs you into her world of hallucination. This is exactly how I feel when I wear this fragrance. Sorcery is the word that keeps intruding in mind. All of a sudden it just hits you. It is like a kiss has been blown your way and you feel it gently grazing your skin as it passes by in the wind.

Today is April 6, 2023. This is my third or fourth sample spray of this fragrance. I love it even more tonight than I did the first time. Now that it is spring, this fragrance profile is even more beautiful. I have to purchase it. I don't know why I haven't already. Lavender is listed as one of the main notes; however, it is not something you smell and distinctly imagine in your mind. It does not speak loudly and is probably created as a backbone to the artemisia. I bring this up because I love lavender in fragrances, and even though it is subtle, it is still used in a very intriguing and attractive way. It is soft while still maintaining crispness. Gentle without feeling like it has been weakened or watered down. Overall, Absinthe Boréale is angelic. The fragrance is superbly balanced and has been blended by a true professional.

This is crushed crystal under the aurora borealis. It's so beautiful. I don't know why it has taken me three years to purchase it. Once it sits on your skin for about a half an hour it starts to turn sweet and it really develops into something unique. It's a quiet December winter with snow solemnly falling under a cold night sky onto the ground. I do want to mention I am a huge fan of aromatic fragrances, so I may be partially biased. If you are also a fan of aromatic notes I don't think you can go wrong here. The only demerit, yes there is one, is the longevity. For $260 I want the fragrance to last. 10 hours maybe 12. Unfortunately that's not the case. That's probably why I have not purchased it quite yet. It's a bit expensive, but at this point, it is too beautiful to not add to my collection.

A wonderful concatenation of gin (juniper), lavender, green herbs, on an elegant mossy base. It's the smell of an expensive gin cocktail, bedecked with mint, herbs, and just the right amount of absinthe, giving the composition body, character, and sophistication. To paint a clearer picture, the scent itself sits in between Frapin's L'Humaniste and Chanel's Edimburg, only Absinthe Boreale is not sweet and creamy (L'Humaniste), nor sharp, cold, and stoic (Edimburg). Its minty facets make it extremely wearable during spring and summer, while its cool Boreale impression and fougere characteristics make it an exceptional option for the colder months. Overall, it's a very natural, calm and relaxing scent I don't want to be without.