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A summery feel-good fragrance from Provence
Thanks to a lovely perfume, which generously included several interesting samples with my (first) order from the souk, I had the opportunity to get to know Provence Adoucissantes by Panier des Sens.
Panier des Sens - a manufacturer from Marseilles - offers natural cosmetics from Provence. These include body care products and perfumes, all free from parabens, silicone and aluminium. But dermatologically - but not on animals! - tested. And all articles are beautifully designed in a very romantic, nostalgic presentation.
The design of the Eau Fraiche also appealed to me immediately. The spray comes in a beautiful, cylindrical packaging on which a large bouquet of citrus fruits - presented in a vintage look - can be seen.
I deduced from this the scent that would await me: a cloud of deliciously fresh citrus fruits.
On the packaging it is only stated that you would expect a fragrance of bergamot, petitgrain and white musk. A short version, so to speak. Other sources also mention cardamom, lemon, tangerine, pink pepper, mugwort and cedar wood as components.
When first sprayed on, the eau fraiche scented to me like a somewhat indefinable summer meadow, completely without citric, but very natural.
Summer meadow?
It's not the first time I've experienced that a perfume smells completely different than expected when first used and only develops its actual scent later. With "later" I do not mean now after 2 or 3 hours, but with further applications. It may sound strange, but I feel as if a perfume must first "arrive" at my home and possibly adapt to temperature, humidity and other environmental conditions or recover from the stress of transport. I have experienced this strange phenomenon many times before, so I am not immediately startled if a fragrance does not immediately meet my expectations. Because I know that everything can look different the very next day. And this is what happened to me with Provence Adoucissantes. When I applied it a day or two later, there was nothing left of the nice summer meadow. Then it immediately became citric
When I listen to Provence, I think first of the painters who were inspired by this light-filled landscape - Fragonard, Renoir, Signac, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Cézanne, van Gogh, Matisse and Picasso, to name but the most famous. The second thought is about seemingly endless lavender fields. This is why I was a little surprised that the famous lavender of Provence plays no role at all in this fragrance, which is supposed to be an olfactory image of the South of France. I would have at least expected wild herbs. Juniper perhaps. But nothing there. This is obviously not necessarily about variety, but about - petitgrain.
The top note is known to feature cardamom, bergamot and lemon. There is little to notice of this. Tangerine and above all petitgrain are used instead. In order to perceive the pink pepper, one must sniff very thoroughly.
I'm best known for Petitgrain. What's that smell like? Similar to orange blossom and neroli. Petitgrain is the simpler sister of these two. It is considered to be less valuable and less expensive, and does not contain any flowers, but is made from the oil of the tips of the twigs, leaves and unripe green fruits of the bitter orange. This citrus leaf oil smells - of course - citric, but it also has something fresh, slightly bitter and yet floral about it
If one says of the oil of the neroli flowers that it contains the sun of the south, this can also apply to Petitgrain in a certain way. Because it has a distinctly "sunny" effect. Sunny is of course not a fragrance, but more a feeling. I would describe it as invigorating. In aromatherapy Petitgrain is known as relaxing. The aroma is said to calm the body and mind, to counteract stress. For me, this is no contradiction to the invigorating effect. To put it another way: The scent instantly puts a smile on your face, at least on the inside. For me, it is a distinctly feel-good scent with which one can greet the morning well. Of course, I don't find this bittersweet scent so much "fresh", but rather mood-lifting and - yes, somehow - comforting, cheering up
Provence Adoucissantes means the mildness of Provence. The name is well chosen, in my opinion. The Provence is not too spicy or herbaceous, but discreet and delicate. That could of course irritate some people. Because Provence is a powerful landscape in itself, filled with the fascinating light of the south and aromatic herbal scents. I do not necessarily associate Petitgrain with Provence.
Yes, of course this fragrance also contains something stronger: mugwort, for example, one of those wild, legendary herbs that were considered magical. Mugwort was said to ward off evil spirits, epidemics, witches and lightning. A relative of the wild wormwood from which absinthe is made, it is said to cause intense dreams when smoked, enjoyed as tea or smoked with it. For profane people it is still a kitchen spice that helps digestion. As a fragrance, mugwort is strong and spicy. Some people think of black tea, others of camphor. However, I haven't found such nuances in Provence Adoucissante.
Cardamom is also a strong aroma, which gives many oriental perfumes a spicy component. I don't notice that either. Cedar wood I also search in vain. But I recognize the white musk, even if very subtle. He contributes a certain creamy note to the fragrance.
I'm not a fan of neroli, petitgrain, orange blossom and co. but this eau de fraiche is an interesting choice. Petitgrain predominates here, but it is very discreet, pleasant and light. This makes the fragrance suitable for everyday use. As eau fraiche it does not last very long. It is recommended to spray it every two hours, which is a welcome refreshment especially in summer.
Light, delicate and discreet, this fairly linear fragrance is suitable for many occasions. Its floral, natural elegance makes the romantic unisex scent for me, however, more of a timeless women's fragrance for the summer.
The weak durability and sillage are forgiven the Eau Fraiche. An Eau Fraiche has a maximum of 8% fragrance oil - some even only 3%. It therefore evaporates quickly, but offers a wonderfully light freshness on warm days.
Panier des Sens - a manufacturer from Marseilles - offers natural cosmetics from Provence. These include body care products and perfumes, all free from parabens, silicone and aluminium. But dermatologically - but not on animals! - tested. And all articles are beautifully designed in a very romantic, nostalgic presentation.
The design of the Eau Fraiche also appealed to me immediately. The spray comes in a beautiful, cylindrical packaging on which a large bouquet of citrus fruits - presented in a vintage look - can be seen.
I deduced from this the scent that would await me: a cloud of deliciously fresh citrus fruits.
On the packaging it is only stated that you would expect a fragrance of bergamot, petitgrain and white musk. A short version, so to speak. Other sources also mention cardamom, lemon, tangerine, pink pepper, mugwort and cedar wood as components.
When first sprayed on, the eau fraiche scented to me like a somewhat indefinable summer meadow, completely without citric, but very natural.
Summer meadow?
It's not the first time I've experienced that a perfume smells completely different than expected when first used and only develops its actual scent later. With "later" I do not mean now after 2 or 3 hours, but with further applications. It may sound strange, but I feel as if a perfume must first "arrive" at my home and possibly adapt to temperature, humidity and other environmental conditions or recover from the stress of transport. I have experienced this strange phenomenon many times before, so I am not immediately startled if a fragrance does not immediately meet my expectations. Because I know that everything can look different the very next day. And this is what happened to me with Provence Adoucissantes. When I applied it a day or two later, there was nothing left of the nice summer meadow. Then it immediately became citric
When I listen to Provence, I think first of the painters who were inspired by this light-filled landscape - Fragonard, Renoir, Signac, Gauguin, Van Gogh, Cézanne, van Gogh, Matisse and Picasso, to name but the most famous. The second thought is about seemingly endless lavender fields. This is why I was a little surprised that the famous lavender of Provence plays no role at all in this fragrance, which is supposed to be an olfactory image of the South of France. I would have at least expected wild herbs. Juniper perhaps. But nothing there. This is obviously not necessarily about variety, but about - petitgrain.
The top note is known to feature cardamom, bergamot and lemon. There is little to notice of this. Tangerine and above all petitgrain are used instead. In order to perceive the pink pepper, one must sniff very thoroughly.
I'm best known for Petitgrain. What's that smell like? Similar to orange blossom and neroli. Petitgrain is the simpler sister of these two. It is considered to be less valuable and less expensive, and does not contain any flowers, but is made from the oil of the tips of the twigs, leaves and unripe green fruits of the bitter orange. This citrus leaf oil smells - of course - citric, but it also has something fresh, slightly bitter and yet floral about it
If one says of the oil of the neroli flowers that it contains the sun of the south, this can also apply to Petitgrain in a certain way. Because it has a distinctly "sunny" effect. Sunny is of course not a fragrance, but more a feeling. I would describe it as invigorating. In aromatherapy Petitgrain is known as relaxing. The aroma is said to calm the body and mind, to counteract stress. For me, this is no contradiction to the invigorating effect. To put it another way: The scent instantly puts a smile on your face, at least on the inside. For me, it is a distinctly feel-good scent with which one can greet the morning well. Of course, I don't find this bittersweet scent so much "fresh", but rather mood-lifting and - yes, somehow - comforting, cheering up
Provence Adoucissantes means the mildness of Provence. The name is well chosen, in my opinion. The Provence is not too spicy or herbaceous, but discreet and delicate. That could of course irritate some people. Because Provence is a powerful landscape in itself, filled with the fascinating light of the south and aromatic herbal scents. I do not necessarily associate Petitgrain with Provence.
Yes, of course this fragrance also contains something stronger: mugwort, for example, one of those wild, legendary herbs that were considered magical. Mugwort was said to ward off evil spirits, epidemics, witches and lightning. A relative of the wild wormwood from which absinthe is made, it is said to cause intense dreams when smoked, enjoyed as tea or smoked with it. For profane people it is still a kitchen spice that helps digestion. As a fragrance, mugwort is strong and spicy. Some people think of black tea, others of camphor. However, I haven't found such nuances in Provence Adoucissante.
Cardamom is also a strong aroma, which gives many oriental perfumes a spicy component. I don't notice that either. Cedar wood I also search in vain. But I recognize the white musk, even if very subtle. He contributes a certain creamy note to the fragrance.
I'm not a fan of neroli, petitgrain, orange blossom and co. but this eau de fraiche is an interesting choice. Petitgrain predominates here, but it is very discreet, pleasant and light. This makes the fragrance suitable for everyday use. As eau fraiche it does not last very long. It is recommended to spray it every two hours, which is a welcome refreshment especially in summer.
Light, delicate and discreet, this fairly linear fragrance is suitable for many occasions. Its floral, natural elegance makes the romantic unisex scent for me, however, more of a timeless women's fragrance for the summer.
The weak durability and sillage are forgiven the Eau Fraiche. An Eau Fraiche has a maximum of 8% fragrance oil - some even only 3%. It therefore evaporates quickly, but offers a wonderfully light freshness on warm days.
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