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Pleasant Unobtrusive Everyday Perfume
When I discovered this fragrance in the drugstore in 2011, I was immediately thrilled and have already repurchased it 4 times. The price is really unbeatable, in my opinion. Of course, the longevity is somewhat limited, but that doesn't bother me much, as I often get headaches from overly intense scents. I'd rather spray it on more often than set off a real bomb with a sprayer and have a headache for hours.
But now to the important part: The scent itself. I perceive it as initially sweet, slightly fruity, but the sweetness definitely dominates. Something seems to tame this sweetness, perhaps the black currant? The sweetness fades (thankfully) quite quickly and becomes creamier. I actually perceive the apricot and pear. However, more as a kind of creamy mousse rather than fresh fruit. The slightly powdery and creamy scent is what you notice last before the fragrance essentially disappears completely. The amber notes are definitely noticeable, perhaps slightly vanillic and still a bit bitter - probably due to the sandalwood. I actually thought sandalwood would be my absolute nemesis in perfumes, as I often get headaches from scents that contain sandalwood. Either it's due to something else or the specific combination or amount. I will probably never find out.
The fact is: I really like Mexx Black Woman and can see myself wearing it well in everyday life. Recently, however, I've noticed that I don't like wearing it as much in warm weather. Maybe because the heat intensifies the sandalwood?! For me, it remains a scent for transitional seasons. I find it perfect in spring and autumn! It is definitely worth tossing it into the basket on your next shopping trip and bringing it home.
But now to the important part: The scent itself. I perceive it as initially sweet, slightly fruity, but the sweetness definitely dominates. Something seems to tame this sweetness, perhaps the black currant? The sweetness fades (thankfully) quite quickly and becomes creamier. I actually perceive the apricot and pear. However, more as a kind of creamy mousse rather than fresh fruit. The slightly powdery and creamy scent is what you notice last before the fragrance essentially disappears completely. The amber notes are definitely noticeable, perhaps slightly vanillic and still a bit bitter - probably due to the sandalwood. I actually thought sandalwood would be my absolute nemesis in perfumes, as I often get headaches from scents that contain sandalwood. Either it's due to something else or the specific combination or amount. I will probably never find out.
The fact is: I really like Mexx Black Woman and can see myself wearing it well in everyday life. Recently, however, I've noticed that I don't like wearing it as much in warm weather. Maybe because the heat intensifies the sandalwood?! For me, it remains a scent for transitional seasons. I find it perfect in spring and autumn! It is definitely worth tossing it into the basket on your next shopping trip and bringing it home.
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