DesirToxic M. Micallef 2019

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DesirToxic is a popular perfume by M. Micallef for women and men and was released in 2019. The scent is spicy-sweet. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Spicy

Sweet

Fresh

Woody

Fruity

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Cardamom

Bergamot

Lemon

Heart Notes

Blackcurrant

Tonka bean

Hemp

Cinnamon

Base Notes

Musk

Benzoin

Moss

Patchouli

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Ratings

Scent

8.0735 Ratings

Longevity

7.7683 Ratings

Sillage

7.4678 Ratings

Bottle

8.5647 Ratings

Value for money

7.1532 Ratings

Submitted by WitweBolte, last update on 21.04.2024.

Reviews

1 in-depth fragrance description

04/21/2024

Lucky1407
1 Review

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Lucky1407

Spicy, dark currant

Desire Toxic by Micaleff interested me for a long time, but also put me off a bit. A fragrance with blackcurrant?
I have now picked up a bottle and am totally thrilled! This fragrance is incomparable to any perfume I know. A fruity, spicy start develops into a creamy, dark experience on the skin, with an earthy touch and a beautiful note of blackcurrant. Definitely needs to be tested and is almost a must for every lover due to its unique position.
I wouldn't wear it every day, more towards the evening and possibly in cooler seasons.

02/18/2024

9
Pricing 10
Bottle 9
Sillage 9
Longevity 9.5
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Jstnmrtz
15 Reviews

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Jstnmrtz

1

Pure suspense: What will I get next?

DesirToxic is the epitome of transformation in a bottle! I have no other fragrance in my collection whose scent progression is as exciting as this one.

Micallef's DesirToxic starts off fruity and spicy. I had to open my eyes the first time I tried it because I had never smelled anything like it before. Some people compare the opening with Layton, which I personally can only subscribe to distinctively. Personally, I find DT far more exciting!

The heart then reveals even more spice than the top notes. I really admire the progression here, because it really is full of different facets.

In the base, the fragrance becomes wonderfully creamy on my skin. It tends slightly towards earthy and - despite the unisex label - is more masculine, but not too much and always pleasant. I have to say that I definitely wouldn't wear this type of perfume every day or for every occasion, as it is very special. Nevertheless, I think that Micallef's DesirToxic is a truly outstanding masterpiece & those who are unfamiliar with it definitely need to try it!

12/30/2023

8
Pricing 10
Bottle 7
Sillage 6
Longevity 9
Scent

LeonB
8 Reviews

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LeonB

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A shape-shifter

I bought a sample first and, to be honest, I wasn't immediately taken with it. After wearing it a few times, I fell under its spell for several reasons:

First of all, I have to agree with everyone here who is talking about the "well" exciting fragrance. I can only confirm it: This fragrance is a quick-change artist! After I had bought the full bottle at a reasonable price, the following association came to me: If the fragrance were a movie character, it would be one of the faceless men from Game Of Thrones (For all those who don't know: The people from Braavos who can change their identity).

It's really incredible: for me, this fragrance starts with a really prominent citrusy, sour blackcurrant that projects really strongly with a subtle woody base. I immediately get fresh shower gel vibes here. The currant then fades after 20-30 minutes, and it remains somewhat citrusy before a pleasant sweetness and spicy cinnamon slowly take over. After 1 hour, the scent suddenly changes completely. It is suddenly no longer the shower gel freshness, but a beautiful, seductive and elegantly spicy-sweet fragrance. Luckily, the sweetness is subtle and not a sweet cotton candy. This makes it super universal and easy to wear for everyone. Towards the end, the tonka sweetness remains with a little patchouli and musk. Unfortunately, it then only projects close to the skin and not as strongly as in the first 3 hours.

This fragrance progression and the high-quality composition in general definitely make it an olfactory delight. The only drawback is the performance. It does last for 7-8 hours on the skin (much longer on clothes). But the DesirToxic unfortunately only projects perceptibly for 5-6 hours. So definitely a few splashes on your clothes too ;) Otherwise, it can be worn every day for any occasion, and I would definitely classify it as unisex. If you can get the fragrance for under 200 euros, I can only recommend going for it, if only for the fantastic (as far as I know) handmade bottle!

12/27/2023

8
Pricing 10
Bottle 7
Sillage 7
Longevity 8.5
Scent

Jofeko98
2 Reviews

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Jofeko98

Helpful Review 3

Everyday variety

Due to multiple recommendations on YouTube, DesirToxic was the first niche fragrance that ended up in my collection. At first, I wasn't particularly convinced by the fragrance. I found the scent pungent and slightly musty, especially when you smell it close to the skin. After the fourth or fifth application, however, I noticed how the fragrance changed in my nose and showed me different facets each time. Sometimes fresh, sometimes sweet, sometimes spicy, the fragrance is a real chameleon for me that is suitable for everyday use and for a wide variety of situations without ever becoming boring.

11/24/2023

7
Pricing 10
Bottle 7
Sillage 8
Longevity 8
Scent

ScentGrail
79 Reviews

ScentGrail

1

Familiar alternative

DesirToxic is a good deal when considering it’s a blend of Opium Pour Homme by Yves Saint Laurent, A*Men Pure Havane from Mugler, and with hints of PDM Layton. I actually prefer this one more than those two because it amalgamates the best aspects of both, but lacks something more that would elevate it to another level.

TOP NOTES
The opening is great, smooth, and nostalgic. Achieving this without disrupting the entire composition is a feat of its own.
Whether you’re young or old, new or experienced with perfumes, you’ll probably enjoy it as well. At the forefront, a burst of citrus zest dances on the skin, invigorating the senses with its lively and fresh demeanor. This quickly transitions into a delightful spicy kick, emanating from a state-of-the-art cardamom note that is blended terrifically.

HEART NOTES
Cannabis, the obvious elephant in the room, is non-existent here, so don’t worry that you’ll smell like “weed”.
It’s just a marketing ploy to keep you talking about this perfume. For comparison, this accord is more pronounced in Nasomatto’s Black Afgano. Along with black currant and still detectable cardamom from the opening, cinnamon, and tonka bean join the party, making it more sexy and inviting, which gives it a layer of intrigue, keeping the overall composition dynamic and engaging. With that said, I can also guarantee with certainty that there is also a cherry-like pipe tobacco note inside here that ties it up with Pure Havane, not disclosed in the official note breakdown.

BASE NOTES
At the foundation of the composition lies a rich woody, pipe tobaccoish, and vanillic accord which rarely goes wrong. The vanilla is more of a dusty kind, and the oakmoss is devoid of its bitterness. In the end, it provides a semi-sweet and comforting undertone along with a magnetic musk resonance to finish this symphony with a bang.

CONCLUSION
In this perfume story, there is good and bad as well. Thankfully, the positive sides are strong enough to make it all right in the end. DesirToxic fits into this tale perfectly and invites you for another ride. Is this scent a toxic desire as the name suggests? Probably not. More like a dear friend you haven’t seen for a while that brings back all the great memories you have created through life together. That’s what this is all about.

Read the full review at scentgrail.com