Acqua Lotus

This is an aquatic Oriental and it has no lotus unless it's tucked away in the floral bouquet of abstract flowers of which jasmine is the star. This is probably called water lotus because it smells more of water lilies. Everything about it is watery cool refreshing and like a lotus pond. Serene and sweet. Dries down to woods. The opening is fresh with lemon a bit of aldehydes and sea notes. Simple and invigorating perfect for putting on after a shower. Unisex because it's mostly water. Perfect to wear to the beach in the hot summer months. Molinard makes better fragrances but this is not bad. I'm wearing it next time I come to the South of France where they have the best beaches.

I am surprised by the number of dislikes on this. In my opinion there is nothing offensive and risky about it that can divide reviewers to such extremes. It can easily be a crowd pleaser. It has this airy, salty, clean vibe that never slaps you in the nose , never over loads. It strongly reminds me of jil sander pure which i had liked at most but never had the chance to buy before it was discontiniued. So happy to meet this sister

Very nice fresh scent with long lasting power ! Not sweet at all, only fresh flowers and water! Definitely my cup of tea :)

I got a sample of this Acqua Lotus quite by chance, and I never would have picked it out for myself, but I have to say I'm intrigued: I've never smelled anything like it. I can't discern many of the listed notes at all: I get no fruits at all, for instance. Instead, what I smell is a salty marine theme very well blended with a cool, watery lotus accord - and a weird but quite nice savoury edge that adds an unexpected borderline edible facet to the scent. This sounds like a mess in theory, but these diverging aspects go together surprisingly well. I definitely get why this is part of Molinard's Collection Privée; it's quite daringly original or even experimental, and won't appeal to everyone. It's not entirely my thing either, but I do like it, and I'm very glad I came across it - my perfume horizons have been broadened a little more once again.

This perfume was true love for me. It's complex, fresh, very natural and somehow super emotive. Perhaps the lotus or the acqua and wood or the combination of these earthy elements just delights my senses so well. I was smelling myself all day long this is the one perfume I can just simply not get enough of. Became my signature. Love love love it! Bought it right away and also it laaaasssstttts! <3 I have 100+ niche samples for swap within Europe - updated spreadsheet of samples on my profile, get in touch!

This is such a beautiful, creamy, comforting fragrance which is at the same time not too much, not too sweet, just blends into the skin beautifully. I really appreciate it. I am not sure why it’s called lotus but it does indeed make me feel really zen. I agree with the previous comments, the opening is a bit unexpected but the dry down is very beautiful. I think it’s worth the price, considering how unique it is, and all the quality ingredients, craftsmanship behind it.

Opening is a bit harsh and odd. Dry down is quite nice. Doesn't project or last very long on my skin (4-5 hours). Sort of reminds me of being in a crafting store near the candles or pot pourri and wicker baskets sections. Soft, inoffensive, and unique. It is unexpectedly nostalgic (as a child I spent an unbearable amount of time waiting for Mom to be done browsing crafty items) and is growing on me.

Opening is about 15 minutes and features a marine note with pepper. Drydown has more berries, citrus and floral notes but pepper is still crashing the party. It is unusual, and I can understand why Acqua Lotus is part of Molinard’s Collection Privée line. But something in this mix is coming across like stagnated bog water. With pepper. And it’s not working for me.

Scent - musky rose water. Season/Time of Day - I prefer to use this one in the warmer months, day or night. Projection - I didn't get noticed, I didn't get a compliment. Longevity - I get 12hrs consistently. #14

Bottle of this for swap if anyone is interested :) My review is below but for some reason we've grown apart. Would love something ambery / oriental / balsamic but open to offers! UK only! x