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31/10/2023

What does your vacation mood smell like?
Mine is fresh air, sea salt, fruits, pretty much like French Riviera by Mancera.

Citrus opening, white flowers, salty water. It's light and clean, so good in hot weather.

If you're into light fragrances that don't fill the room and are only for you to enjoy, this one is worth trying.

From 350 Rs at aromadrop.mu.

27/10/2023

I love niche perfume. Once I stepped into this world, I don't want to go back to mass market fragrances.

Does it make me scrunch up with disgust when I smell mass market on others? Absolutely not. In fact, it's the opposite. Sometimes I like someone's smell so much that I compliment them, and they smile and tell me "Oh, it's a very cheap perfume". And I don't care, it is nice on them.

I appreciate niche fragrances for their complexity, unusual notes and more natural smell of some ingredients that often smell more synthetic in mass market perfumery. But it doesn't mean that all the other fragrances are bad. If you find the one that you truly enjoy, it doesn't matter how much it costs.

Yes, wearing expensive perfume does give an extra boost to your confidence, but you might as well be able to feel like that without extra help. And if you'd like a piece of luxury for a decent price, you can always start with a decant at aromadrop.mu.

18/10/2023

Ever wondered what perfumers' work look like?

In movies a perfumer is often surrounded by bottles, expertly blending different ingredients. Well, that's not how they work these days.

First, a perfumer, or a nose, as they're also called, gets a brief from a customer, for example, a brand. The brief is a task, brand's vision, which might look like a moodboard, as well as be represented with just one word. A perfumer is expected to translate this vision into a fragrance.

Then the nose writes a formula, which looks like a recipe, and sends it to a lab, where the magic happens. Thus, perfumers don't blend, they direct.

Acting as both creator and evaluator, the nose refines the scent until satisfaction is achieved. The final masterpiece is presented to the customer.

By the way, unused formulas don't end up in a trash, they patiently await their moment and might be used for future perfume creations.

16/10/2023

November vacation alert!

Aroma Drop will take a break for November to return with fresh stock. If you were hesitating, now's your chance to fulfil your perfume dreams.

🎁 To enhance your fragrance journey, I will add a surprise decant to every order above 500Rs.

The offer is valid till November 5.

10/10/2023

Daytime or evening, summer or winter, masculine or feminine - none of those perfume labels matters when you love your fragrance. Wear it whenever you like.

And if you're in a mood for something new, check out aromadrop.mu.

25/09/2023

Masculine, intense and long-lasting.

Starts with a bite of almond and lots of spices. As it develops, it brings the blend of oud, citruses and fresh watery notes. The fragrance evolves into a captivating symphony of green, woody, and spicy elements that scream sophistication.

The dry-down is where this fragrance truly shines, with rich, warm, and spicy notes that include earthy, coffee, and smoky oud undertones.

2-3 sprays are all you need to make it an all-day companion, exuding an aura of refinement.

Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly.
From 550Rs for 2ml at aromadrop.mu.

21/09/2023

Intelligent, elegant and undeniably sophisticated.

It's a grown-up fruity floral scent, citrusy, softly herbal with an aquatic feel, which makes it perfect for hot days. A refreshing blend of nectarines with jasmine and pomelo.

Unlike lots of other fragrances where one accord tends to stand out, this one is a harmonious composition where every note dances together in perfect unity, like a finely tuned orchestra.

Overall fruity and floral vibe makes it nice for women, and slightly bitter jasmine and citrus notes add masculinity, which makes it a unisex fragrance.

Osmanthus by Ormonde Jayne.
2ml - 320Rs, 5ml - 760Rs, 10ml - 1440Rs.

19/09/2023

Leave a lasting impression, not a lingering scent. Let's dive into the art of scenting gracefully and talk about perfume etiquette.

☝️ Less is More
Don't drown in your fragrance. Start with just 1-2 spritzes to let your scent shine and reapply as needed.

💇‍♀️ Close Encounters
Whether it's a medical appointment or a spa day, opt for light and fresh fragrances that won't overpower the room.

🤵‍♂️ Business Brilliance
Seal the deal with clean, woody, or leather notes that exude confidence.

🫶 Date Night Delight
Keep it light and universally appealing with fruity, sweet, or berry scents. Spice it up as you get to know your partner better.

🕺 Rock 'n' Roll
For those wild club nights, bring out the leather and oud. Make a statement and let your fragrance roar like the music.

🎭 Art & Cinema
If you're in a spacious venue, go for a fragrance with great sillage. But if you're sharing the space, opt for a higher concentration to keep the fragrance close.

🍴 Restaurant Rituals
Don't let your perfume clash with the delicious aromas of your food. Stick to subtle scents, and let the cuisine take center stage.

✈️ Travel Wisdom
When testing perfumes in duty-free, opt for paper strips, as once you board that plane, you're in close quarters with fellow travelers. Don't take them hostage to your scent for the entire flight.

🏋️ Gym Glamour
Let's keep it fresh and light with body mists, citrus colognes or better no fragrance at all.

Public spaces are meant for shared experiences, not shared scents. Ensure your scent is an inviting companion, not an inescapable presence.

13/09/2023

Mysterious and deceiving. It starts greenish and aromatic, as if you're going to have a fresh masculine fragrance, but wait, this guy is not what it seems.

It turns creamy soon after greeting, and grows almondy with deep leathery and woody notes over time. And this is where it gets intense and delicious. You can smell vanilla, but only far in the background, just enough to give some sweetness, and not make it a gourmand scent. No spices mentioned on the pyramid, but it does have a slightly peppery vibe in the dry-down.

Definitely unisex, sounds masculine and strong on men and sexy on women. Good projection.

Some say it's good for any occasion and any time of the day. But considering how rich it gets, and its price, I'd keep it for a date night or other special occasions.

F-ing Fabulous by Tom Ford.
From 1400Rs for 2ml at aromadrop.mu.

08/09/2023

Are you relying on fragrance pyramids? Let's check.

You have to choose one of these three fragrances without trying them, all you have is their main note, which is:

1.eugenol 2.dental office 3.clove

While you might dislike clove, I bet most of you chose option 3. Now, what are the other two crazy notes?

Eugenol is a compound, formerly used in perfumery, which has a spicy smell of clove, but at the same time can remind us of a dentist office. Wow, all of the three are the same thing! But while the fragrance might be built around eugenol, the pyramid on the brand's website will list clove, because Marketing knows that you have no idea what eugenol is and you don't want to smell like you're at a dentist.

All those top, middle and base notes have nothing to do with the actual ingredients, moreover, they are created after a fragrance is already made and are heavily driven by marketing considerations.

It's a popular myth that the pyramid is created by the nose, the perfumer. But perfumers do not write pyramids, Marketing does.

Relying on a fragrance pyramid is like judging a book by its cover. If you're blind-buying, better refer to customers' reviews and impressions, they will tell you much more than the pyramids.

04/09/2023

A getaway in a garden of orange trees in blossom. You're carefree, wind is playing with your hair and clothes, it moves the warm, sweet, floral scent around you and it's just you and the nature.

Orange Blossom by Jo Malone.
From 400Rs for 2ml at aromadrop.mu.

01/09/2023

If you have a sweet tooth, here's a sugar bomb for you.

This one's in a playful mood, feels flirty, doesn't want any overthinking. It's here to have fun. It might be a cheerful daytime partner, as well as a night-time companion.

Sweet flowers soaked in caramel and topped with marshmallow.

Love, Don't be Shy by Kilian. From 900Rs for 2ml at aromadrop.mu.

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