Vanilla Skin

After seeing the notes and reading online descriptions, I wasn’t expecting to like this. So instead, I bought it as a surprise gift for someone who WOULD. Whilst wrapping it, I got curious about the irl smell... ended up loving and keeping it 🫣. Might buy the bigger 50ml bottle (but £99?!?!). Now, let’s get into the Bare Vanilla Sueded comparisons. They smell the same i.e. creamy comforting, sweet essential oil/oud, sharp minty type-vanillas. You definitely DONT need both. However, there are some subtle differences to consider e.g. the initial alcohol in BSV is more apparent so takes longer to go, BSV starts mintier/fresher/greener yet finishes warmer than VS, BSV is more complex - it takes you on a journey that improves as time goes on while VS stays the same, BSV is screechier, BSV is more potent and has better longevity whilst VS fades away into skin. Ultimately, I definitely prefer the opening of VS and the settled smell of BSV (by FAR). With the price point, I’d say BSV is more worth it. Lastly, in my opinion, Vanilla Skin definitely can’t be compared to the OG Bare Vanilla mist because it’s (VS) tons better and more interesting.

Bare vanilla from Victorias Secret on steroids. This surprised me. The longevity goes crazy and it lasts an insane amount of time. Was not expecting that at all. This is my first phlur fragrance. It’s a sugary vanilla, but like bare vanilla, it has something woody and cashmeran about it. Some might even say “spicy” but it’s not that aromatic to me. It’s not 100% gourmand creamy lactonic vanilla. Think sugary but still with depth and another layer. Not too woody either. VERY sexy, like clean soft glowing skin that smoothed vanilla body butter on it. Compliment getter. The more it warms up on your body the better it gets. Leaves the most intoxicating scent trail and I say that from spraying it on for the day, leaving my house and then coming back to my room like OOF!! Girl you know you smelled good TAHDAY!! 🤣 This fragrance is a great “topper” for other scent combos, OR as just a plain ol uncomplicated fragrance to wear on top of the Josie Maran vanilla bean body butter and you’re just 🤌🏾 chefs kiss with simply that. Easy to reach for perfume on its own or layered

I really like this! Whenever I smelled this out of the cap I always recoiled because it smelled like spoiled milk. But I got this is a sample set and once it's sprayed on skin, it's amazing. "Vanilla skin" is the perfect name for this, because it doesn't smell like a perfume, it smells like your skin is just naturally sweet and delicious with a subtle hint of vanilla. It's quite simple. I don't get a lot of pink pepper, just the tiniest hint of skin-like spice. Then it becomes a little woody and creamy, and later on the vanilla comes out and it gets sweeter over time as my body heat warms up the scent. I wouldn't call it smoky per se, but there is something warm and toasty about this vanilla that does remind me of by the fireplace. It also has a bit of a honeycomb vibe to it as it gets sweeter. Overall, this perfume has a lovely comforting aura. It's simple but it works. And while it is soft, I can smell it projecting from my skin for hours. It's actually quite impressive. If you're a vanilla lover, this is something you have to try.

my enrique iglesias hero baby. i tried vanilla skin during a frenzied search for a vanilla perfume that didn’t make me feel like i was either back in high school or a badly shaped human birthday cake, in a period where i was too broke to replace my 30ml vanilla 28 bottle (this period is commonly known as my life) i was pleasantly surprised by how rich, woody and non-sugary sweet this smells (for those of you who prefer a more dulce vanilla fret not — the body mist is a slightly lighter take on the same scent profile). to be exceedingly clear: forget what perfumetok may tell you, this is NOT a kayali replacement. they are very different interpretations of vanilla. booze vs woody. sultry vs silky smooth. you get it. long story short, instead of solving the one problem i have now in usual fashion created another for myself (i need to have both 28 and VS in my usual rotation or else i’ll die, source: science)

Omg...this is sooooo good! "Hufflepuff" just got put up til winter..."Vanilla Skin" is gonna be my daily for the spring/summer/fall!!! Picked up the Extrait version and it slaps!! Perfectly strong and noticeable in my trail. Wearing it today with 4 sprays of "M.A. - Galatea" and it's just perfect! My boss swung by my office to catch up after getting back from vacation. Convo started out with 5 feet between us...then 3...then 2...I know it was the fragrance, had to be. That doesn't just happen by chance... Phlur - Vanilla Skin is just smooth woody-vanilla beautiful luxury. I'll know later how long it actually lasts and performs, but right now 4 hours into the wear...this is perfection. Just loud enough to leave a nice seductive trail and lure others in closer for a sniff. This could become my signature layering scent. Just gotta get more of it....