I will be playing at work. Emotional support poll really also works as a free space because of course we’re gonna get that lol

In a gourmand-y mood and I was wondering what perfumes you all love that feature cake. I’m pretty sure I’ve only tried one so far: Vampire Wife by Sorce. Still not sure I love it, I need to sample it again.

Of course, any flavor is good 🍰

I’m about to put in my first Mooncat order. It’s loooooong overdue. Anyway I saw the Remedy collection and I love the color changing thermals!!

What do you have from this collection? Is it nice? Are the thermals difficult to work with? I’ve heard they are. I’m definitely getting Momo Yuyake but want to pick 2-3 more.

Link here

I have been obsessed with Sorce - Tarot at Tea Time (Wild orange, black tea, cardamom, fresh ginger, violet leaf absolute, smoky Java vetiver, and hints of labdanum and vanilla) for the past month. It’s such a yummy juicy orange and the black tea definitely stands out as well.

The problem is it won’t be available again until January and my travel size will NOT make it until then. So I thought I’d come here and ask what are your favorite orange notes? 🍊

A year ago I began to have low grade fevers with the fatigue and body aches you typically get with the flu. After months and hundreds of dollars and several specialists, I saw my gyno and he immediately goes “oh yeah endometriosis can do that. Let’s have another surgery”

Ok cool cool cool

Yesterday I had laparoscopic 2: 2 laparoscopic 2 furious and all went well. Later I saw the clinical notes and we have:

Extensive and severe adhesions in the cul de sac

2 garden variety endometriosis thingies (clinical term) that were not trying to glue everything together

1 ovarian cyst

And a parrrrrtridge in a pear tree!

Here’s hoping this will buy me at least a few months of relief because oh my god! 😃 it’s been very unwell around here!

I…still haven’t actually tried any BPAL scents yet. I’m thinking I’d enjoy the hair glosses:

“We have combined Tahitian monoi, camelina oil, argan oil, and karanja oil to give your mane a gleaming finishing shine without leaving it gloopy, weighed-down, or greasy.

Your hair will be silkier, shinier, glossier, more vibrant, and frizz-free.”

There are too many to list so I’ll just link here:

What hair glosses do you love? Which do you want to try? Do you feel like you have to coordinate them with your SOTD or do you not worry about scents clashing?

Before all of our favorite houses come out with new holiday releases, I thought it would be fun to have a little Christmas in July post. What are your all time favorite Christmas (or winter holiday) scents?

I….don’t have any yet because I only got into perfumes this past spring. But I’d love to know what to look out for! 🎄

Here are a few indie perfumes inspired by the history, food, and nature of Mexico. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to try any of these yet, so please let me know below if you have!

Monstera by Xinu

Monstera fruit and leaves, Datura, Bull horn orchid, Moss

Monstera is inspired by the jungle, the green leaves of the monstera deliciosa plant, the narcotic perfume of the datura flower, the subtle and magnetic honey of the torito orchid, and the smell of moss over exotic woods.
Monstera is astonishingly juicy and lush, like a leaf that has been snapped open, allowing droplets of the plant juice to seep out. Supported by a damp earth accord, bitter moss, and the sharpness of a pineapple-like note from the monstera fruit, embraced by a creamy white floral tone, with a hint of bitter cocoa and vanilla. Technically impressive !

*Xinu is a Mexican company

Bosque Místico by Nopalera

Hibiscus, Pepper, Citrus Zest Honeysuckle, Orris, Cashmere Woods

Sweet and inviting, Bosque Místico eau de parfum captures the allure of Mexico’s mystical forests with notes of sweet hibiscus, spicy pepper, and vibrant citrus zest. Honeysuckle and orris bloom at its heart, while cashmere woods wrap you in a cozy embrace. The perfect scent for tender days and nights. 

*Nopalera is a Mexican American company

Frida by Immortal Perfumes

Black Jasmine, Musk, Cactus, Tonka Bean, Black Leather, Vanilla Bourbon, Smoked Sandalwood, Black Orchid

Frida Kahlo was one of the greatest painters to hail from Mexico. When she was impaled in a bus accident in 1925, she was bedridden for a year. Her parents put a mirror above her bed and gave her an easel. During those long hours in bed she taught herself to paint by painting the subject she knew best - herself.

Her favorite perfume was Shalimar by Guerlain. This perfume was inspired by her signature scent and her colorful life.

Mayan Chocolate by Aether Arts

Chilies, green jungle and orchid, rich chocolate, exotic woods, incense

A chocolate perfume like no other, Mayan Chocolate will transport you to the lush green jungles where the Cacao Tree grows and blooms. Mayan Chocolate pays homage to the origin and source of chocolate within the many cultures of Mesoamerica. Bright, green, vegetal notes are paired with the chilies and spices used to make Xocoatl, a traditional, unsweetened, chocolate drink beloved by both Mayan and Aztec cultures. The scent of exotic orchids drifts through the humid air. Nearby, an altar smokes with an offering of sacred Palo Santo and Copal incense thanking the gods for their gift of the cacao beans. Woven throughout is the rich, dark scent of chocolate and for a moment you are there, sipping your cup of Xocoatl amid the verdant vegetation.

Flan by RDZ Parfums

Coconut milk, caramel, vanilla orchid, cinnamon, musk, pastry cream

Today, flan is a universal symbol of celebration and family across many Latin cultures, each with its own twist on the classic recipe. This universal appeal makes RDZ Parfums' "Flan" a fragrance that resonates widely, offering an aromatic tribute to a dessert cherished from Mexico to Argentina and beyond, making it a perfect embodiment of shared heritage and personal memories.

Coyoacán by Fantome

Desert wind, sweet nectar, cool stone, Mexican vanilla, creosote, hibiscus, sage

Coyoacán is a warm, atmospheric fragrance that blooms on the skin much like desert air  warming cobblestones in the morning shade. The stone note provides a contrasting anchor to the warmer aspects of the fragrance, and seeks to evoke the cobblestones lining the art-filled streets of Coyoacán. The Mexican vanilla is a rich, dark vanilla absolute, which deepens the sweet nectar and lightly floral hibiscus. There is a complexity to this fragrance that creates the full impression of the district's atmosphere, rather than a series of individual notes. 

Strolling through serene Coyoacán on a balmy spring day was the inspiration for this fragrance, intending to create a small snapshot of the incredible beauty of Mexico City. Known as the "land of many coyotes," Coyoacán features a fountain in the heart of the city with two bronze coyotes watching over the square. In this flourishing art district, the stone streets are lined with carts of fresh flowers and fruit, sprawling urban gardens, and Mexican baroque architecture. Coyoacán was once home to Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, and their influence can still be seen in the original murals and street art tributes that adorn the bright orange and indigo buildings of the area.

Wedding in Oaxaca by Kismet Olfactive

Pink Pepper, Ginger, Coconut Milk, Geranium, Gardenia, Violet Leaves, Osmanthus, Musk, Sandalwood

Wedding in Oaxaca is the story of two lovers bound together in a mystical Mexican city, surrounded by a parade of local music, dance, and friends in wild celebration. A playful fragrance, Wedding in Oaxaca fuses smooth lactonic notes of coconut milk and tuberose with fresh floral violet leaves and woody undertones of vetiver, musk, and sandalwood. May this scent always remind you of a memorable moment in time.

Quetzalcoatl by Arcana Wildcraft

Omani frankincense resin, bright passionfruit, pink grapefruit, sweet coconut, organic lemon essence, warm, woody Sylvamber, and the rays of the sun

Quetzalcoatl: The essence of sacred joy. As the feathered serpent god of life, peace, dawn, and the creation of the world, he is the compassionate savior of mankind, and his skin smells of sunshine.

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Conchas by Fyrinnae

sweet yeast bread made with quite a bit of milk & cream and topped with sweet streusel containing just the barest hint of vanilla

A distinctive pan dulce throughout Mexico and much of the US, concha breads are made to resemble the shells they're named for. Whole milk, and often cream, enrich the flavor of these fluffy, sweet little loaves, usually topped with a sugary streusel frosting in various colors. 

¡Viva México! by Pulp Fragrance

Arroz con leche, blonde wood, & Mexican vanilla.

***photo credit: Noemí Jiménez

It’s so hot here help

I tried Imaginary Author’s Saint Julep but I just could not detect their ice accord. I want something that smells COLD 🧊

Today I wore Falling into the Sea by Imaginary Authors and it got me thinking about how much I enjoy the lychee in it.

What are some of your favorite perfumes that prominently feature lychee?

What perfumes really smell like the sea to you? Share below! 🌊

I love gourmands and I’ve been looking at Wylde Ivy’s Ice Cream Shoppe Collection forever. Have any of you tried them and care to share? Or even if you haven’t tried them, which look good to you?

The collection:

All the Chocolate:

The deepest, richest chocolate ice cream base swirled with ribbons of fudge and dotted with chunks of chewy brownie pieces topped with glorious amounts of hot fudge, whipped cream, and bittersweet chocolate curls.

On a Cone Please:

Freshly made waffle cones colling on the counter, sugar cones heaped with vanilla ice cream, and cake cones so light and airy it is a wonder they can be piled high with ice cream.

One More Scoop:

Get whisked away to that little ice cream shop from your childhood. The tiny bell rings as you open the door and you are bathed in the sweetest smells carried on the blast of icy cold air. Sweet cream ice cream, hot fudge topping, waffle cones cooling on the rack, salted caramel and sprinkles, and just a hint of warm pralines.

Nothing But Vanilla:

For ice cream purists, there is nothing better than the simple perfection of pure vanilla.
A sweet cream, slow churned vanilla bean ice cream on a fresh homemade cone. Sweet and delightful.

Strawberry Special:

There is only one thing better than fresh picked strawberries and that is fresh a fresh Strawberry Special Sundae. Homemade strawberry ice cream smothered in farmer’s market strawberry preserves, fresh whipped Chantilly cream, and topped with the most picture perfect juicy summer strawberry.

🍦Bonus Question: what’s your favorite ice cream? Mine is cherry!🍒