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Cruella de Vil
Hello, I’m new and would like to share my opinion on the highly praised Hypnotic Poison, even though many have already done so.
I have tested many fragrances... A few days ago, I tried Hypnotic Poison for the very first time because it has such great reviews and the scent components really appeal to me.
What can I say, I was absolutely shocked... It is described as a warm, seductive fragrance with gourmand oriental notes and said to be vanilla, almond, and a man magnet... (I don’t understand how anyone could be attracted to such a scent)
So I first tested it on a cloth and was overwhelmed by a floral bouquet.
OK, I thought, maybe it will come across differently on skin, but unfortunately no... No trace of vanilla or coconut or almond. I had an urgent need to wash it off, it overstimulated my olfactory senses. I didn’t do it, wanting to give the poison a chance, but unfortunately, it didn’t get any better.
I can’t even describe the progression because it simply had none for me.
Except for my own feelings, nothing changed, and despite sniffing my wrist every 5 minutes, after all, it couldn’t possibly be what I was smelling, nothing improved at all. It was overwhelming, almost coma-inducing.
6 hours later, I could tolerate it, but I wouldn’t call it a pleasant fragrance.
With this scent, I imagine a somewhat sturdier woman (I know, Cruella is rather gaunt) of advanced age with black permed, highly teased hair, bright red fingernails and lipstick, a bit too much blush, and blue eyeshadow, strutting around in a fur coat. That’s Hypnotic Poison for me...
Over-the-top, loud, and more show than substance.
Unfortunately! I would have loved to like it ????
Please don’t lynch me, this is really just my feeling. For those who love this fragrance, I’m very happy for you.
I have tested many fragrances... A few days ago, I tried Hypnotic Poison for the very first time because it has such great reviews and the scent components really appeal to me.
What can I say, I was absolutely shocked... It is described as a warm, seductive fragrance with gourmand oriental notes and said to be vanilla, almond, and a man magnet... (I don’t understand how anyone could be attracted to such a scent)
So I first tested it on a cloth and was overwhelmed by a floral bouquet.
OK, I thought, maybe it will come across differently on skin, but unfortunately no... No trace of vanilla or coconut or almond. I had an urgent need to wash it off, it overstimulated my olfactory senses. I didn’t do it, wanting to give the poison a chance, but unfortunately, it didn’t get any better.
I can’t even describe the progression because it simply had none for me.
Except for my own feelings, nothing changed, and despite sniffing my wrist every 5 minutes, after all, it couldn’t possibly be what I was smelling, nothing improved at all. It was overwhelming, almost coma-inducing.
6 hours later, I could tolerate it, but I wouldn’t call it a pleasant fragrance.
With this scent, I imagine a somewhat sturdier woman (I know, Cruella is rather gaunt) of advanced age with black permed, highly teased hair, bright red fingernails and lipstick, a bit too much blush, and blue eyeshadow, strutting around in a fur coat. That’s Hypnotic Poison for me...
Over-the-top, loud, and more show than substance.
Unfortunately! I would have loved to like it ????
Please don’t lynch me, this is really just my feeling. For those who love this fragrance, I’m very happy for you.
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4 Comments
Serres74 5 years ago
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You won't get lynched; I think a bonfire would be more appropriate. Just kidding... I believe you need the right moment to discover this scent. When it first came out, I found it terrible and wrinkled my nose at it. Back then, I was in the phase of falling in love, getting engaged, marrying, and nesting, so such a powerful fragrance didn’t suit me. Now... twenty years later... happily divorced, kid out of the house, independent... I can wear it, BUT it’s all about the dose; otherwise, it can be overwhelming.
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Hasiputz80 6 years ago
I also find it terrible... but everyone should be allowed to share their opinion... many scents I like have been criticized here too... who cares...
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Precious 6 years ago
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No one will lynch you :o) Beautifully described, how the scent shocked you. Unique fragrances really do polarize. You either love them or hate them. At least it got you to write your first comment.
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Rosaviola 6 years ago
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Hypnotic Poison is definitely a very intense fragrance that smells of artificial vanilla. It's not subtle at all and less suitable for those who prefer delicate, natural scents. A similar (and very affordable) option available at DM is Spirit of Cashmere Musk.
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