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  • CKL TML 🌺
    Updated Feb 4


    ''Swedish jail cell, smelling like some Carby Musk''

    COLLECTIONS

    SITES & BLOGS
    fragrantica.com
    basenotes.com
    reddit.com/r/fragrance
    kafkaesqueblog.com
    fragrancesoftheworld.com
    nstperfume.com
    cafleurebon.com
    basenotes.net/threads/416244-Aventus-batch-numbers-part-2'

    TRUSTED DISCOUNTERS
    fragrancenet.com (with code GRPW37)
    perfume.com
    maxaroma.com
    fragrancebuy.ca
    fragrancex.com
    labelleperfumes.com
    perfumology.com

    EUROPEAN PRICE SEARCH ENGINE (for each respective country)
    idealo.de
    idealo.fr
    idealo.co.uk

    DECANTS & SPLITS
    basenotes.net/forums/142-Fragrance-Splits-Board
    reddit.com/r/fragsplits
    myfragrancesamples.com

    (BUDGET) FRAGRANCE LIST
    goo.gl/rTvo35

    EUROPEAN SAMPLE VENDORS
    fragrantworldshop.com
    skins.nl
    parfuma.com
    nose.fr
    essenza-nobile.de
    cowparfymeri.se
    scentsamples.uk.com
    moodscentbar.com/en
    ausliebezumduft.de
    notino.se
    parfumaria.com
    perfumelounge.nl

    NORTH AMERICAN SAMPLE VENDORS
    fragrantworldshop.com
    scentsplit.com
    fragrancenet.com/boutiques/perfume-samples
    myperfumesamples.com/mps/?utm_source=Typein&utm_medium=index-redirect
    www.luckyscent.com
    aedes.com/pages/all-brands
    www.surrendertochance.com
    theperfumedcourt.com
    fragrancex.com/products/perfume_samples.html
    perfumesamplesanddecants.com

    FREE SAMPLES
    Nordstroms (B&M store)
    Sephora (B&M store)

    Check the manufacturers website for samples as well.

    APPLICATION
    Depending on the strength of the cologne, use anywhere from 1 to 5 sprays. Most people go with 2 or 3 sprays. If the strength of the cologne is an 'eau fraiche', you can easily use 3-5, or if the cologne itself is especially light. If the cologne is of perfume strength or is a winter scent, use sparingly. Typically, heavier scents like those should only be sprayed 1 to 2 times.

    The frag in question should be sprayed on pulse points, or points on the body where there is a pulse/vein/major artery. Spraying on this point allows the cologne to develop properly due to it being heated by the pulse point. Some claim this is broscience, but it works well for me and many others. Usual pulse points/application spots include the sides of the neck where the carotid artery is, the base of the neck, the back of the neck (more rarely applied here, good for people to smell you after you pass by), the wrists, the inner elbow inserts, and the back of the knees. Experiment with it and see what works for you.

    STORAGE
    Ideally, you should store your fragrances in its box if you keep it on a dresser etc. If you keep it in a closet, the box is unnecessary but keep the lid on. Never store it in the bathroom or in direct sunlight. Has to be a cool and dark environment.

    INCREASE LONGEVITY
    It is very common for people who have been wearing the same perfume for a long time to become desensitized to its smell. This might be your case. Another reason to why perfumes do not last on you could be that your skin is too dry. If that is the case, apply either an unscented body lotion, or one that matches your perfume. You might also spray some on your clothes, but not on light colors, since it might leave a stain. Olfactory fatigue is also a phenomenon common with fragrances, especially Creed Aventus. To prevent this, try to apply the fragrance as far away from your nose as possible.

    FRAGRANCE TERMINOLOGY
    Split: An event where a host buys a large quantity of a fragrance (usually high end/expensive) and divides it into smaller amounts to make it more affordable for people who don’t necessarily want a large amount.
    Decant: To divide up a large quantity of liquid into smaller batches.
    Flacon: A large stopper bottle or flask. Usually in reference to the large quantity of a fragrance to be decanted into smaller amounts.
    Atomizer: A device uses to convert a liquid into a mist. ie. the sprayer on the top of your bottle.
    Notes: The description or breakdown of what is smelled within a fragrance. Broken down into 3 stages: 1. Top note (opening), middle note, base note
    Gourmand: A fragrance that contains food-based notes. Colognes/perfumes that taste edible. ie. vanilla, mint, chocolate, coffee, cherry.
    Projection: The distance a fragrance travels. How far away can it be detected?
    Longevity: How long it lasts
    Parfum: (15-30% perfume oil)
    EdP: Eau de Parfum (8-15% perfume oil)
    EdT: Eau de Toilette (4-10% perfume oil)
    EdC: Eau de Cologne (3-5% perfume oil)
    Sillage: The trail your fragrance leaves behind.
    "Blind buy": To buy a fragrance without sampling it or having no exposure to it. (never recommended)

    GREY MARKET
    “Why is x fragrance so cheap here, is it fake?”. You have most likely ran into a site that sells grey market merchandise. Sites like FragranceNet, Notino and FragranceX usually sells these. They are 100% original, but the history of the goods can be questioned. They are usually not from the supplier (the brand), instead, they have been bought from another retailer that has had problems selling all of their stock. They buy them at a discount from them, so they can lower their prices and still make a profit when selling to us. They can be a bit older or have dinged up boxes or possibly even stored improperly, but they are 100% original. As usual, if you suspect that the online store is still suspicious, google around or ask in the thread.

    ''Please use this when asking for recommendations''

    Scent Popularity
    Popular scent
    Less popular scent
    Doesn't Matter

    Do you want to use it for..
    Daytime
    Nighttime
    Doesn't matter

    What season should it be appropriate for (select all that apply)
    Winter
    Spring
    Summer
    Fall

    What occasion are you wearing it for
    Signature Day to Day
    Night Out/Bar/Clubbing
    Date
    Upper Class/Special Occasions

    Mood/Tone
    Alpha
    Playful/Inviting
    Subtle
    Intimate
    Bold/Daring

    How much would you like to spend?
    Less than $20
    20-50$
    50-100$
    $100+ CEO'n 10k a day

    Only buy this fragrance if you want to smell like a virgin:

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    SAUVAGGEEEEE

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    Frank Ocean wears LOEWE women

  • Oct 24, 2019

    damn never seen a thread start with facts like dat befo //dundis

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    TF Tobacco vanille>>>>

  • Oct 24, 2019

    Jazz Club on me

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    Elz

    TF Tobacco vanille>>>>

    omg is very expensive

  • Oct 24, 2019

    Office for Men

  • Oct 24, 2019
    jewop

    SAUVAGGEEEEE

    too commonplace

  • Oct 24, 2019

    retaW Tsubame. >

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    anybody try any CDC cologne?

  • Oct 24, 2019
    ChaseToThe

    anybody try any CDC cologne?

    recommend the wonderoud fragrance hits so nicely in the fall and shawties be flockin.

  • Oct 24, 2019
    FIUYE

    omg is very expensive

    It is, but it’s soooo worth. Only need 1-2 spray and it lasts literally all day

    Or just go in and get hella samples lmaooo

  • Oct 24, 2019
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    1st page

  • Nayuta 🌑
    Oct 24, 2019
    Chun

    1st page

    rt

  • Oct 25, 2019

    real estate

  • We coppin Date - Fragrance One?

  • Oct 25, 2019

    Oud Wood Gang

  • Oct 25, 2019
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    fragrance crewwww

  • CKL TML 🌺
    OP
    Oct 25, 2019

    Ayeeeeee good to see all my bruddas here

  • Oct 25, 2019

    Ran out of uomo intense, going with by the fireplace for the fall/winter

  • Oct 25, 2019
    Chun

    1st page

  • Oct 25, 2019

    Wearing Dior Homme Parfum

  • Oct 25, 2019

    Any recommendations? Looking for a new cologne on a YSL/ Paris Hilton Gold type of vibe. Let me know!

  • Oct 25, 2019
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    We Here 🙌🏾