10 of the Most Mysterious Perfumes in My Collection.. Woody, Dark, Smokey, Noir Fragrances

[@kneumar717]

I work at a perfume store and I love working with fragrances, and I love watching people talk about fragrances. We have niche fragrances where I work and some of them are sooooo good so it’s nice to hear someone talk about niche fragrances!

[@amandadelatorre3790]

I feel like whatever you’re currently infatuated with, I’m also into- Lauren loves color, I love color, Lauren’s into neutrals, I only wear neutrals, Lauren’s obsessed with fragrance, I blind buy 437 fragrances 🤣

[@wendydunn3964]

This is the dang truth!!!!!

[@Talionnen]

Same here lol

[@mymagicemily]

I have never related to a comment more 🤣

[@Angel4Sale]

LMAO SAME SHES SETTING TRENDS

[@lisat5666]

I really like oud

[@Olfactofiles]

Thank you so much for the shout out! I really appreciate it! I love this video so much and the imagery was great! I think these were great choices! Trust me, I have to great creative with these things sometimes as well! I'm all for it! So fun!!!

[@luxeford547]

Most modern fragrances with patchouli use fractionated versions like clearwood with the more dank and musty portions removed from the essential oil. These versions smell cleaner and more transparent and if you don't like the head shop feel of, for example Lush Karma, you don't need to stay away from all perfumes with a patch note. Oakmoss (evernia prunastri) is banned in perfumery because it's an allergen. I love the smell, which to me is exactly like the damp, murky forest floor. Very Macbeth-witchy and fairytale-like.

[@michadawn234]

I love oakmoss, so much.

[@meglb]

where can I get an oakmoss scent?

[@ThePerfumeNest]

Hi Lauren! Thank you so much for the shout out and I’m so glad you enjoy Majestic Woods! And you describe is exactly as I smell it also. 😉💕Very fun video. Thanks for a nice ending to the day. 👏🏻

[@EchoRe]

I couldn't resist buying the Anna Sui perfume. Was it 80% because of the bottle? Yes. Do I care? No! I'm on a scent journey here!

[@carrieschmidt6251]

Kvd sinner is definitely one of those dark mysterious perfumes, not only the bottle but it's a very heavy and dark. Tom Ford Black orchid one of my all-time favorites.

[@laurenskubish400]

I dont find sinner that heavy at all. Its a darker perfume but not heavy. The projection sucks unless oversprayed but I think its ysl black opium cousin.

[@ElysiumPondue]

I am living for this perfume content! Makeup + fragrance + Lauren = perfect KZbin viewing.

[@wendydunn3964]

I got the Dossier version of Tom Ford’s Lost Cherry. It’s so so good - I’m obsessed!

[@teakettlecute]

i love hearing people describe and talk about perfumes, they sound so delicious and luxurious. im not even someone who likes perfumes or body fragrance very much because my sense of smell is sensitive.

[@carlysand7771]

I think Mugler's Alien fits into this category. Highly recommend :)

[@kimmyball4961]

Absolutely 🤣😂

[@babykrul]

Yeah but it got reformulated and now the smell is not as deep anymore 😭 It smells like fake alien now I’m so sad 😭

[@laxinitup26590]

I love the way you explain things in general, and these perfume videos are perfect for that lol

[@EnglishProfStyle]

The Anna Sui in the gold bottle (La Nuit de Bohème EDT) is one of my favorite scents. I love it when bottles and scents align and both are beautiful!

[@KittyKatMN]

I have the Tom Ford Black Orchid, and I gotta say, when you spray it on clothing it lasts for literally days. And it is so much better when its just a lil whisper on your sweater, rather than a smack to the face when its at full strength. I highly recommend it for layering scents!

[@meepmoopmeep1]

Yes! I have Atelier Vanille Insensee and it is definitely a “summertime” vanilla. The lime and coriander keep it from being too sweet or warm

[@CoralieRoseBeauty]

Love your story telling. You describe things so well and I can picture myself in a creepy Forest at night. Love that you did this in Halloween fashion. So fun. I’m really getting into fragrances lately and hope to try some new ones.

[@miaomiaou_]

I bet that the violet, sesame and oakmoss are also contributing to that licorice scent in the Anvers fragrance! Thanks for introducing me to some new brands:) I have a few dark, mysterious fragrances, my favorites are Midnight Fleur by Nest, which is a woodsy vanilla with an amber base, and Fleur Narcotique by Ex Nihilo, which is a boozy, heady fruity floral with lychee and orchid.

[@carlysand7771]

This is a video I didn't even know I needed! This is my type of fragrance and I don't know how to look for recommendations! You are a lifesaver!

[@serraapple]

Loving this shirt/energy! Happy Halloween! Always love your videos 🎃💀

[@LaurenMaeBeauty]

Thanks!! Happy Halloween! 🦇🦇🦇

[@MissJulziez]

Raven is one of my favourite scents! I think it smells like a straight-up sweet patchouli and I LOVE it for nighttime. But I am a huge patchouli fan so perhaps I’m biased 😅

[@laurenskubish400]

YES YES YES! This is the content I am talking about....perfumes and scents! I think perfume blew up in 2020 and especially in 2021 and I am here for it. Also we have the same scent profile so far. Loving this!

[@LizzaLee]

Hey Lauren, would you please create a playlist of all your fragrance videos?

[@nvnailperson_]

Oooooo…Im on a fragrance journey too! Today I just on line purchased (blind buy) Ghost Deep Night. The bottle (omg) is a black crescent moon. I had to…..it is Halloween after all….😆

[@Dwhich]

I feel like you might like Le Labo Vanille 44. It’s the city fragrance for Paris, and I got into it at the same time I started liking The Noir. Definitely very different from each other, but I feel like they are both more palatable warm, smoky scents.

[@christiecruzxo2841]

You gotta try BDK’s Gris Charnel.... OMG! The most beautiful creamy but sexy fall fragrance I’ve ever tried. So so impressed.

[@Dina_France]

it is super good indeed!

[@lilnitemakeup]

I wore Black Orchid today as my Halloween fragrance, so we're on the same page! ;)

[@Rain_Reign]

I’m having an extra spooky Halloween in a hospital bed 🤨👻 … I’ve definitely been looking forward to your upload all day, and not just because I’m bored out of my mind! 🔮🦇🎃🥰🧛‍♀️🧙🏻‍♀️😈🌙✨

[@kimmyball4961]

Get well soon!! 😇

[@naoedouard4422]

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[@GillenMeg]

Tom Ford Black Orchid gave me a horrible migraine when I tested it out, and I'm wondering now if it's because there are just soooo many notes. My favorite "dark" fragrance (and sort of a guilty pleasure) is Katy Perry's Killer Queen. I love the patchouli in it and it lasts on me forever.

[@shelbyarlyn7]

Yes! Love that one! It is spot on to the discontinued sensual amber bu bath and body works!

[@emmaschultz2143]

I feel like you might like Zara's Ebony Wood - not much complexity, more of a straight up unisex warm spicy wood. Super affordable, and Jo Malone is the perfumer behind the collection. They came out with a fig sent this year and the notes sound amazing.

[@leahreeves3904]

Versace bright crystal is my favorite summer scent (it reminds me of the locker room smell at the natatorium where I swam as a kid...strange description I know but I love it) and crystal noir is my favorite cooler weather fragrance and I just ordered the juicy couture majestic woods on FragranceNet bc of your description...I can’t wait to try it! Happy Halloween 👻

[@faerie_waters]

Yes! It reminds me of shampoo! Soapy, but specifically shampoo. Maybe a mix of chlorine and lotion, too. I just added Majestic Woods to cart, too! lol

[@leahreeves3904]

@@faerie_waters I agree...an old school shampoo like Pert or Prell or something from when I was a kid... I just love the smell 😄

[@LizzaLee]

The Le Labo site says that The Noir has Black tea as a top note. I love your fragrance videos!

[@savannahjourdan9916]

Please do a make up tutorial and the look you’re wearing so fabulous

[@oceansprayo9157]

I love the Vanilla Woods, to me (prob on my skin) it does eventually dry down into a woody scent, so delicious.

[@morganblalock873]

I am obsessed with the vampy lip and the light, fairyish, sparkly eye. It feels unexpected.

[@Jezabel-in-Hell]

I just put out my Halloween decorations yesterday, because Sept 13th is close enough...right? My favorite fall/winter/Halloween fragrance is Tom Ford's Black Orchid. I absolutely love love love it and look forward to this time of year so I can wear it! In fact, I just put it on before watching this video. My other fav for fall/winter is The Only One by Dolce & Gabbana. I can't get enough of it. I wear Dolce & Gabbana's The One in the spring and summer. They are two of my favorites in my entire collection. But yeah, the Black Orchid is intoxicating to me. I only dab a small amount on my wrists though. It's pretty strong and a few "normal" sprays all over would choke me out!

[@MidnightMajesty]

Dior Poison would have been a good one for this! If you want a Tom Ford you will like, try Soleil Brulant, it's a near dupe of By The Fireplace

[@britbc4461]

That Anna Sui perfume bottle is gorgeous!

[@britbc4461]

Well I bought it bc of the bottle 😅

[@alleahsasseville]

I do own a full size bottle of Raven, I did buy it blind but on sale. The notes are the main attraction reason I do really enjoy it but definitely not for everyone. 🖤

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

I miss Dior Midnight Poison so much. It was the best flanker but the only one they discontinued. That was my favourite mysterious oriental

[@mba9554]

your eyes look so amazing ♡♡♡

[@cynthiarose4640]

Black orchid is my daily scent. One spritz. Lasts forever. Not a girly scent, definitely a woman scent. I get compliments every day. But I think it just mixes well with my chemistry. But def not for everyone.

[@siennalace8815]

These are my types of scents. :) As far as Tom Ford(and I don't know if you've tried these yet) I LOVE Noir de Noir & Noir Pour Femme. ;) I also didn't like Black Orchid at first but continued to wear it and something happened. lol Either my nose grew on it or it settled a bit more.....now I do like it.

[@thenocturnalherb]

I really love Ellis Brooklyn myth it’s my top favorite I was eyeing the raven one but I really don’t like powder scents but that midnight right I think I’ll try and pick up

[@Shadowsandflowers]

Tom Ford Black Orchid is my favorite perfume.

[@GlitterismyCRACK]

I love 💕 all your scents. I seem to gravitate to the exact same perfumes! Have you tried DEREK LAM IO CROSBY BLACKOUT FOR WOMEN EDP?

[@vanessamvarela]

The Noir is on my wishlist

[@margaretnicholdesign]

You should check out Sage Machado's stuff, she's an indie perfumer and her scents are really unique and gorgeous. (my fave is Jade) Lots of woody scents.

[@killywilly740]

Ooh I've been so curious about Heretic but did notice they have a lot of patchouli and musks in their scents. Which I have to be very careful with because musk and spice is comes right to the forefront on my skin. And patchouli can smell weirdly sout on me. But i like the idea of a woody smokey twist to some of those basic scents like coconut or vanilla. Sad.

[@suzq2744]

Bummed to hear about Heretic, I have a bunch of them in my queue on scentbird

[@tylersatterley3219]

The Grand High Witch would legit wear Tom Ford Black Orchid.

[@tonyafelice4908]

What a cool video Lauren.

[@Sabrina_vlg]

I enjoy your content so much 🥰 i think you would like Van Cleef & Arpels Bois d' Ore. Or Jo Malone dark Amber & Ginger Lily. My forever favorite perfume is Dear Polly from Vilhelm. For all day every day bright crystal is stunning. I do enjoy Lanvin a Girl in Capri. Hmm let me see: clean reserve radiant nectar is very cozy for me. And i do love Rose Rouge and Santal Blanc from Van Cleef & Arpels aswell

[@aromafromheaven]

Fantastic video

[@Soleils]

The most unique perfume I have owned is Russian Caravan Tea by CB I hate Perfume. I liked smelling like tea shop. It had tea, woodsey notes and bergamont. There are a lot of base notes that I get tired of during the day so this was a great one for me. Getting it shipped to Canada is a pain as I think they a smaller perfume brand in New York

[@athenacaudill7902]

I can’t figure out if I like crystal noir. I’m so back and forth. I got it from scentbird so it’s not a huge bottle and I wear it from time to time and the powdery notes just seem to stand out too much to me

[@amandadelatorre3790]

I bought a bunch of samples from le labo and I’m a little underwhelmed 😭 I liked santal and the noir but the rose one was horrendous and my dumbass bought patchouli 🤣

[@courte28]

You should try the indie perfume house called Alkemia Perfumes.

[@sererev]

One of my first ever perfumes was Esoteric by Alyssa Ashley. Teen me really wanted to be a sexy witch 😂

[@Brandi_the_Baker]

Where is the best place to get samples?

[@mtllife]

Were you speaking about Versace Crystal Noir edp or edt?

[@KendraMorgan]

I'm surprised Jo Malone's Pomegranate Noir didn't make the cut!

[@katanabluebird]

I think my nose is busted. Im questioning everything. Vanilla Woods smells like a cedar cabin to me. A warm, comfortable cabin with vanilla baked goods inside. I feel gaslit by this fragrance because no one can smell woods... is it because I have a roller ball? I feel like im taking crazy pills!

[@emmaraven]

I have Raven and it is so lovely

[@kimmyball4961]

Fun video ❤

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

Tom Ford Black Orchid smells terrible on me, like straight up truffle. Smells great on others though

[@zahedah80]

I got the Versace crystal noir and I hate it because to me t smells like coconut. I like Noir scents because of the depth and sexiness which this does not five at all. It isn't like the original Bright Crystal at all so I int know why they made it a flanker.

[@kimmyball4961]

Stupid question......how do you get second hand perfumes??

[@sarahiles520]

Try FB fragrance groups for your city/area! You can also check out local thrift stores, or if you are in the US try Mercari :) There are also lots on eBay but make sure you do your due diligence because there are also a lot of fakes out there!

[@TheJordandean]

Thai basil tastes like straight up licorice to me. When I’m eating Thai food I have to avoid dishes with too much Thai basil or I feel like I’m eating savory licorice, 🤮.

[@donnamckeever1029]

💕💕

[@naoedouard4422]

JESUS loves you! Come to Him to experience indescribable peace, and the infinite love He has for you! He can heal all illnesses and disorders, and with Him you can overcome any and every crisis the world may put in your way. Repent of your sins and start a relationship with Him today. Call out His name and He will answer you!