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11/06/2023
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Ms. Lauder's jewel made from kitchen spices
Introduction and explanation:
This review was published once before in the summer, but was met with very unkind words because following the fragrance pyramid was probably a sign of too little inspiration in the eyes of the critic, who is often known here for his comments, and therefore not a review.
(That really hurt me, because I couldn't do any better: Chacun selon ses capacités!)
So this text lay in the depot for many weeks, but now I am following the advice of many dear fragrance friends who think it would be a pity about this contribution with all its spices and flowers, from which Estée Lauder created a really delicious fragrance.
Taking up my thought from the statement and with more space, I ask myself the question again: "Can you call a fragrance delicious?"
I do it!
For me, Estée Lauder's "Cinnabar" is deliciously spicy and warm, and before the vanilla becomes too overpowering and sticky, the earthy, smoky and balsamic notes of the base mix in and dampen its exuberance.
It is amazing what a rich range of fragrances can be created from everyday kitchen spices.
Spices such as cinnamon, cloves and vanilla can now be found in almost every kitchen; they have lost their exclusivity, even the decadence sometimes associated with them - if you look back at their history - but this does little to diminish their aromatic value.
Why wander into the distance?
So instead of resorting to the exotic, the thrifty housewife that Estée Lauder was by nature, first looks around her own kitchen to see what's in the various containers.
Fruits such as juicy and fresh-smelling oranges and bergamots lie in the fruit bowl, the velvety-skinned ripe peaches with their sweet juice keep them company.
The colorful blend of spices that appears first dims their luminosity somewhat, but aldehydes remedy this: thanks to them, the opening radiates fruity and spicy! For the heart note, we follow Ms. Lauder into the summer garden:
Precious scented roses, proud iris, sensual white jasmine blossoms and friendly summery ylang-ylang tendrils come together to create a tasteful, very feminine bouquet, which - staying true to its original idea - is decorated with aromatic cinnamon sticks and cloves, creating a spicy floral magic.
In the base, we find classic perfumery that harmoniously rounds off and closes the "kitchen magic".
"Cinnabar" also uses moist, earthy patchouli accompanied by vetiver, while the familiar resins ambergris, benzoin and incense lay their smoky veils over the previous creation, which is perfected by a blanket of vanilla and tolu balsam.
As already mentioned, the spicy and smoky fragrance notes succeed in reining in the often quickly sticky sweetness of the vanilla; it remains in its intended orbits and does not get out of hand.
Clever dosing has averted the danger of "overpowering" and all the ingredients are finally in their right place in this warm, sensual fragrance composition, which reminds me of opulent, flowing robes in rich, albeit somewhat more muted colors.
On the other hand, golden scented lights exude a very special charm, like an unexpected caress to the senses or a flash of a tender smile.
"Cinnabar" is not and has never been a run-of-the-mill fragrance, but rather a fragrance gemstone with its very own radiance that should not be compared with other creations.
Each of the Estée Lauder fragrances has its own personality and should be treated as such. Whether you like them or not is up to you.
The continuous rain that has just set in (on a Monday, no less!) makes me particularly welcome this spicy warmth.
Maybe I won't have to look for a thicker sweater when I'm so charmingly and warmly wrapped up; we women shiver quickly.
If that's not a reason for another spritz ..
This review was published once before in the summer, but was met with very unkind words because following the fragrance pyramid was probably a sign of too little inspiration in the eyes of the critic, who is often known here for his comments, and therefore not a review.
(That really hurt me, because I couldn't do any better: Chacun selon ses capacités!)
So this text lay in the depot for many weeks, but now I am following the advice of many dear fragrance friends who think it would be a pity about this contribution with all its spices and flowers, from which Estée Lauder created a really delicious fragrance.
Taking up my thought from the statement and with more space, I ask myself the question again: "Can you call a fragrance delicious?"
I do it!
For me, Estée Lauder's "Cinnabar" is deliciously spicy and warm, and before the vanilla becomes too overpowering and sticky, the earthy, smoky and balsamic notes of the base mix in and dampen its exuberance.
It is amazing what a rich range of fragrances can be created from everyday kitchen spices.
Spices such as cinnamon, cloves and vanilla can now be found in almost every kitchen; they have lost their exclusivity, even the decadence sometimes associated with them - if you look back at their history - but this does little to diminish their aromatic value.
Why wander into the distance?
So instead of resorting to the exotic, the thrifty housewife that Estée Lauder was by nature, first looks around her own kitchen to see what's in the various containers.
Fruits such as juicy and fresh-smelling oranges and bergamots lie in the fruit bowl, the velvety-skinned ripe peaches with their sweet juice keep them company.
The colorful blend of spices that appears first dims their luminosity somewhat, but aldehydes remedy this: thanks to them, the opening radiates fruity and spicy! For the heart note, we follow Ms. Lauder into the summer garden:
Precious scented roses, proud iris, sensual white jasmine blossoms and friendly summery ylang-ylang tendrils come together to create a tasteful, very feminine bouquet, which - staying true to its original idea - is decorated with aromatic cinnamon sticks and cloves, creating a spicy floral magic.
In the base, we find classic perfumery that harmoniously rounds off and closes the "kitchen magic".
"Cinnabar" also uses moist, earthy patchouli accompanied by vetiver, while the familiar resins ambergris, benzoin and incense lay their smoky veils over the previous creation, which is perfected by a blanket of vanilla and tolu balsam.
As already mentioned, the spicy and smoky fragrance notes succeed in reining in the often quickly sticky sweetness of the vanilla; it remains in its intended orbits and does not get out of hand.
Clever dosing has averted the danger of "overpowering" and all the ingredients are finally in their right place in this warm, sensual fragrance composition, which reminds me of opulent, flowing robes in rich, albeit somewhat more muted colors.
On the other hand, golden scented lights exude a very special charm, like an unexpected caress to the senses or a flash of a tender smile.
"Cinnabar" is not and has never been a run-of-the-mill fragrance, but rather a fragrance gemstone with its very own radiance that should not be compared with other creations.
Each of the Estée Lauder fragrances has its own personality and should be treated as such. Whether you like them or not is up to you.
The continuous rain that has just set in (on a Monday, no less!) makes me particularly welcome this spicy warmth.
Maybe I won't have to look for a thicker sweater when I'm so charmingly and warmly wrapped up; we women shiver quickly.
If that's not a reason for another spritz ..
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