Perfumer Reviews 'Black Phantom' by Kilian

[@cengizgokce81]

The way he speaks and explains is just amazing. Haven't heard anyone who speaks this much knowledge about fragrance. He deserves way much more credits

[@pepepotamo4819]

And more amazing his fragances are.

[@almatoledo1608]

I also enjoy his delivery and the art on skin :)

[@terrysmiles8599]

He is really good i will say that! There is only one Aaron for sure! so i agree!

[@ATLieNOLE]

That's because this is what he does so as far as reviews go you're not going to get a better breakdown of a fragrance than what ATH gives you, str8 knowledge which is why I'm always going to forever watch his reviews regardless!! 💯

[@ohiorichkidbeats]

I 1000% agree

[@diamonevideos9318]

I've bought it because of your previous review where you've mentioned dark fragrances that go with dark skin types and i looooooved the idea !

[@alexanderekubo538]

What video was that please ?

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Black Phantom and Angel's Share are two of my favorite fragrances. I've never found the perfect fragrance yet, but I like these a lot. It's like food, some people love garlic, and others want to barf. LOL We all have different tastes. Great video. Thanks, Aaron.

[@TeyanThuny]

You will love Initio Blessed Baraka i thing

[@ibtheartist]

This is what I’m looking for in a fragrance review. If more people did their reviews in this format I’d subscribe. No need for 4 mins of self promotion before we even get into the review. So sir I applaud 👏🏾 this video and here is a humble subscribe.

[@gilbertgarcia2974]

I thoroughly enjoy, listening how you break everything down, very honest with the review. Digging the vibe man. Keep it coming!

[@JoeCoplen]

Yes, these used to come in the lacquered skull coffret. They seem to have dropped all the coffrets for a more basic presentation. The prices dropped by about $50, but I expect they'll wind up bumping the price back up again. Supposedly cyanide smells like "bitter almond," but I think I remember hearing that apple seeds contain some cyanide, so that's kind of what I looked for.

[@ak47yoyo55]

I think people started to buy the refill more than the full presentation.

[@PBA8]

No they still sell them. You got to make sure you order it with the coffret. Check their website if you like

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

That’s a crazy price. Thank you Joe

[@adox66]

You can pick up the refill bottles for a little over €100 on discounter sites. That’s what I did with Back To Black.

[@PBA8]

@@AaronTerenceHughes you can still buy the coffret just got to make sure that you selected the one that comes with it on their website.

[@smthreet21]

I almost had a fake i thought at first because i was picking up a lactonic peach! Good to know im not crazy. Thanks as always for giving your notes and expert opinions! Long time fan

[@aromaddict]

Well, since that I've watched both of your reviews of Black Phantom, I would say that this isn't based on emotions as the deleted video.. The removed video showed much more emotions of surprise than this one, but it kind of boosted my love for the fragrance.. this reaction is much more poised and analytical than the other one.. I'd like to believe that there's a hidden message behind this which might be don't be overwhelmed with a fragrance.. just give it its time and wear, only then you can justly evaluate it.. great reviews man, all the way👏❤️

[@MansaMusa-v5q]

Or because he has his own fragrances and didn’t want to hype up another house brand

[@ez_scents]

Hi Aaron hope you are well 😊 I just wanted to say that I have loved following you on your journey as a fragrance reviewer! I feel the content has gotten better with every review and I hope there are many more to come 🤞 Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and opinions 👍

[@victormitsopoulos9765]

The full presentation is the gloss black lock box with the skull and the box tou got Aaron is the refill box thats why it is simple

[@crystalstarfestival4100]

Aaron, your presentation is exquisite, and your accent really helps ;)

[@Duffman294]

Great review! Actually the flatness of this fragrance is soimething that i particularry liked, it puts the focus more onto the main actors and makes it less overwhelming. Idk im not an expert but it should arive at my doorstep an moment now :) I dont need it to have everything and it smells perfect to my nose as is

[@Istandal0ne1]

This guy is Kicka$$, I'm a fan! He would be awesome to chill with! Very talented and his descriptions are literally the best!

[@christinabenesko7283]

I really enjoy this fragrance. It reminds me of a coffee shop that I went to in New York during the fall.

[@adriancano3991]

This my favorite Winter Fall fragrance I have a much older bottle I get 10 hours pushes all Night I’m a little confused lol

[@dannyc91a]

It projects like a beast once your body heats up.

[@coreypowers2100]

I have this fragrance and have had it for a while and I am a fan of Balck phantom. It could project better though and should be more potent too. Therefore I agree with you totally but it is good!!

[@jstacks444]

I thought about getting this one, but I keep seeing comments about performance issues. I wonder has it been reformulated because early on people were saying it was beastmode? I have a two clones of it but I was going to get the original.

[@radek3531]

@@jstacks444 ive had the opposite experience it projects really well off my skin. More so than a lot of ‘beastmode’ fragrances but it might just be my body chemistry.

[@tresimpson1k]

I need a pack of your shirts . I like the fit

[@quashanrivers6331]

I love the way you talk with your hands

[@dianaathens1]

Black phantom was the reason i got into niche perfumes

[@MyKeeP81]

Yup

[@TheLuxumbrae]

Hi! Can you review 'ITALICA' by Xerjoff Casamorati? I would love to hear your opinions on it. It is now a permanent part of the Casamorati line.

[@PBA8]

You got to order the coffret version to get the fancy box

[@jstacks444]

I was planning getting this but I wonder is the coffret worth the extra $$$? I may just get the regular presentation. How is the performance on this one in your opinion

[@PBA8]

@@jstacks444 I have not bought one nor experienced the fragrance iv just been on their website basically seeing what they all got.

[@LanceG007]

I want one of those t shirts

[@texasfan8892]

I was thinking you reviewed this already but maybe I'm wrong.

[@thepogue]

Have no idea what your talking 'bout....but I love learning! Keep it up brother.

[@InvincibleJ]

I love this one SO much. Black Phantom and Intoxicated smell incredible together

[@sebastienc.2257]

Interesting combo

[@rocklee5231]

I like smelling Black Phantom alongside La Petite Robe Noir by Guerlain.

[@ck3965]

I have both an old and a new bottle and it’s dramatic how they changed it . It went from a beastly luxurious gourmand to a cheap dirt like smelling sweet piece of crap that doesn’t project even with 6 sprays .

[@jstacks444]

Wow..you may have just saved me 300$....I was going to purchase the Coffret presentation but I keep hearing about possible reformulation & Kilian watering down their fragrances. I have two clones of Alexandria Fragrances Dark Knight & Insomnia but I wanted the original but if its lacking in performance, I'll pass on it...I hope they dont water down Back to Black because I have that one & enjoy it very much

[@warthus7125]

Yo man, try Insomnia by Faviol Sefferi. It's a Bulgarian fragrance, about 80$ for 50ml if you purchase outside of Bulgaria, and It's inspired by Killian Black Phantom, but blended smoother, lasts 12+ hours and it's better overall.

[@keyzopendoorz123]

Bro I watch big beard and you to find my fragrances … but just how you explain is just like when I play a NAS album . Just excellence at its best ✊🏾

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

I appreciate that!

[@o̸ණ]

Please re-visit Back to Black. That's my favorite Kilian Paris fragrance! I would like to know if your opinion has changed on that also. Cheers!

[@dannymartinez3600]

I’d like to see this too! I was surprised at his initial take on Carlisle which he didn’t like at all but appreciated he was able revisit and see his opinion evolve and ended up talking highly of it. Back to Black is also my favorite from the house of Killian. It’s so good. I didn’t know I loved honey so much. I only have a decant and will eventually get the fancy full bottle.

[@o̸ණ]

Yes my Back to Black decant is almost finished also and I'll be getting a full bottle soon. Trust me! I dig Black Phantom also but it turns into a skin scent too quickly for me, but it's a nice scent nonetheless

[@sammy_sam_leonardo]

To get the lacquered box for the full experience you have to pay more ~£240/£250 I believe…

[@distributorovkvlt-points5481]

I've heard that cyanide GAS smells like orange blossoms. The though just warms my soul.

[@danielclv97]

at my local store, you can still buy Black Phantom in the Kilian coffret, but you have to pay $63 more

[@Comet-220]

For this price I would expect it to blow me away but it doesn't tick that box for me :-/

[@aromafh2486]

Great honest review,, aroma from heaven

[@Capone2121]

You have to pay extra for the other box

[@stuartbarnhill2795]

Good afternoon Aaron, enjoyed your take on BLACK PHANTOM

[@AveryGram]

2:43 explains the paper box

[@raphaelmacho1559]

Hi Aaron Please review THE MOON by frederic malle! You will Love it! Greetings from Vienna

[@inogemaya9302]

Please do!!! I can’t wait for that review!

[@hojubaby]

I absolutely hated this one and i felt like a barrel of rum walking around, I immediately gave it away 😂😂 this smells exactly like the drink Bailey’s

[@christopherbird2739]

Thats what it is!!!! I couldn't put my finger on it but I knew it smelled familiar

[@bradleystroup1457]

If you're going to keep doing kilian reviews, I think "Light My Fire" "Royal Leather" "Musk Oud" are some of the interesting ones. "Vodka on the Rocks" has a really interesting accord going on and "Gold Knight" i think is pretty good. Goes in the YSL Opium pour homme direction but smoother. And you can't go Kilian without doing Straight to Heaven. Loved your Back to Black review. That's one of my favorites

[@Chilltown95]

Just name the whole line at this point 😂

[@royvan6224]

This perfume is very very nice. I thankfully found one like the sample I smelled years ago.

[@Jtdubbzz]

💯 agree. Thank you for clarifying what’s missing here. I’m very underwhelmed as well

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chuck9569]

Can anyone tell me if it’s truly been reformulated? I have a sample that I love & I want a full bottle cop but not if I’m gonna be disappointed.

[@danmamo5849]

He is so inspiring, tests you if you are this passionate about your own profession.

[@blaccfeather5803]

It really reminds me Xerjoff Italica

[@terrysmiles8599]

Very Very Nice review Aaron! Love black Phantom! Sometimes i think you would be so cool to hang out with! Actually i meant you would be cool to hang out with! Why...Because your different and super cool from what i can tell...I think your one cool character Aaron love who you seem to be! You have yourself a wonderful day!

[@coreypowers2100]

Aaron I love your videos . You are great at breaking things down. I wanna try your fragrances

[@lilit905]

Just got mine ❤scull box black phanter

[@aitorsanz2726]

Hi Aaron! Can you review African Leather by Memo Paris? Thank you!

[@Bakihanma_420]

Angel share or black phantom guys this is my first KILIAN fragrance

[@christopherbird2739]

I used to like this one but it started making me feel sick, its a very sickly scent

[@MissUnderstood_Mom]

This one is delicious and addictive to me. Perfect for Winter ❄️

[@marcjohn9404]

I highly recommend Alexandria Fragrances Black Phantom, which is a clone of this. I don't know how accurate it is, but I'm absolutely no way in hell buying this thing for 50ml at $200+ even if it is really high quality and comes in a really nice bottle. Black Phantom really pops off of my skin and it lasts all day long, but the best part is it's like $65 for a 55ml so you get more for less.

[@jstacks444]

I have that as well Alexandria Fragrances Dark Knight which is a clone of Black Phantom....its good

[@jstacks444]

@@Lovegun. yep...Dark Knight....

[@jstacks444]

@@Lovegun. Faviol Seferi Insomnia is another good one... slightly different but similar...I have all 3.....Black Phantom is still top dawg but those other two are good as well & I mean extremely good

[@jstacks444]

@@Lovegun. you have a good Christmas as well bro

[@blackend2010]

love black phantom but faviol seferi insomnia close the deal for me it's stronger and cheaper

[@jstacks444]

I have that one arriving this week. I was still planning on getting Black Phantom bur if the performance is lacking, I'll have to pass on Black Phantom as well. Alexandria Fragrance has a nice clone called Dark Knight which I do enjoy, but i keep hearing that Insomnia is better than both. Do you pick up the rum note in Insomnia?

[@Namo81]

This last on me 12+ hours great perfomer for sure on my skin

[@cynthias8435]

This actually smells like peanut milk to me. The beginning is nice, base note smells a bit chemical.

[@Alirothy]

You loved it a lot the first time you review it, what changed?

[@tosca8472]

Good question!

[@yanikjayaram]

Hey peeps, I am in the market for a coffee fragrance that truly captures the warmth of a well-blended roast in a new york coffee shop, possibly with complimentary notes of vanilla, something which both projects and has longevity. I'd like it to capture a memory of a coffee shop (i.e. in the vein of the Replica line), but something which performs better than Coffee Break. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks in advance!

[@pawareskhuntaraporn5805]

I am sure you already react to this one back then and i remembered you was tingling hard after smelled this.

[@DarlingNikki2]

I checked and that was Back to Black, which is different from Black Phantom.

[@o̸ණ]

He also tingled for this one and gave it a 9.5/10 and then settled for 9/10 because of lack of projection. That review was done either last year and the year before that.

[@nathanthomas5133]

@@DarlingNikki2 He reviewed this one & gave it 9/10 in 2019, though the video list has been updated & some of the older videos are now no longer online - I guess when he re-reviews a frag he removes the old review & only keeps the new version

[@DarlingNikki2]

@@nathanthomas5133 Here is the review he did for Back to Black in December 2019: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWiQlpR4hcl7m7c

[@davestainsby9964]

Try parfum de marly kalan.. its definitely a love it or hate it fragrance. Would love your opinion . I personally think its great.

[@sarahb2731]

I was shocked to learn something about the big name frags at arguably the biggest Niche store in Canada. The 3 to 5 main(best) notes of these frags are replaced with SYNTHETICS !!! I am in a city with over 2 million people. You can get big name colognes in MANY drug stores, gas stations, etc like Dior Sauvage, Bleu De Chanel, Kilian, Tom Ford, Initio. I saw Dior bottles and Bleu De Chanel in a vending machine! Also they are all over airports. He/she said ambroxan is amped up sooo much like msg for food. The store gets asked all the time why many designer frags are not on the shelf and the response is on a website now to save time explaining. Pre Estee Lauder takeover they were all over her shelves. I, like many, smell BDC and Dior S. and find it just ok. The reason some on youtube still say it is the best ever is they get free bottles TO SELL and make $. I was floored.

[@TheNraveles]

They still sell the lacquered boxes but it’s more expensive

[@almatoledo1608]

Ciao! Love hand swaying.

[@LunaLive-u8v]

I don't know why but Killian black phantom smells only of rum to me. I don't smell any of the coffee , chocolate or caramel

[@raulsaavedra709]

The Kerosene you mention must be Kerosene Follow, which I've been interested in for a while, but I believe it's not easily available in Europe, or is it? I can't find it anywhere, and it seems the manufacturer doesn't ship it to the EU from the US

[@raulsaavedra709]

Correction, I just checked again and Kerosene does ship to the EU. Maybe they changed that after last time I visited their page, or maybe I was confused with some other brand. In any case just ordered their sample set, looking forward to it!

[@foxisch8814]

Hey Aaron, are you going to try some of Francesca bianchi? Her fragrances are really interesting and in my opinion special. I think you‘ll really like them!! And maybe ambre tabac by daniel josier is interesting too!

[@thedonaslan6293]

You should try out more from Initio🥰 I suggest you should also review Psychedelic Love as it’s truly magical… Also the one that’s called Rehab, other suggestions would be Blessed Baraka and Absolute Aphrodisiac by Initio❤️

[@patrickbateman4541]

I was actually waiting for the clock to hit 30 so it would be uploaded! Ha

[@Jenkinsjournal]

I’m dark skin, would you say this is a good one for me? I like dark perfumes

[@johnsouthern6089]

What gives Black Phantom the 'dirt' smell I get from it?

[@vincenthusvh]

Patchouli

[@fragscentuals]

Again?? just with the new scoring system?

[@patrickbateman4541]

Dont see him having reviewed this before. Just other Kilians.

[@pawareskhuntaraporn5805]

@@patrickbateman4541 he already react to it, i am certain and he also really like it back then. I dont know why that video gone either.

[@MrMcdoogle6969]

Be did review this one before and raved about how much he loved it.

[@fragscentuals]

Yeah I think it was one of the few 10’s he gave

[@Alirothy]

@@patrickbateman4541 I bought my bottle after his first review

[@moshe4833]

Hey.. i can decide between kilian phantom to Marley Layton What do you think about

[@MrCJR86]

my favourite one that i own in my collection. the other box is more expensive the coffret i think they call it

[@ryanepps771]

I'll take Notorious over this any day! I'm about to make a big order from your site. Stay tuned, you brilliant bastard!

[@MrMcdoogle6969]

Two completely different fragrances.

[@ryanepps771]

@@MrMcdoogle6969 not worn for the exact same scenario? I believe you'd be wrong. They are in the same category, Notorious is better

[@ryanepps771]

@@MrMcdoogle6969 also, did I ask you about anything prior? No. I made a statement. Nobody said they were identical. You just happened to stick your neck in

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

@@MrMcdoogle6969 please be kind to each other.

[@MrMcdoogle6969]

@@ryanepps771 why the hostility? I see nothing negative with what I said. Merely don't limit yourself. Both are amazing.

[@dasuvia]

Ethol moltol whipping through the base

[@adox66]

By far my favourite from the house. I find them very hit and miss, especially at the price point. Btw, they can be purchased at a cheaper price in a plastic decant bottle. Always great to get your perspective whether I agree or not.

[@o̸ණ]

I think Back to Black just edges it for me. It also is the scent that lasts the longest among all the Kilian Paris fragrances which I was told at the boutique.

[@adox66]

@@o̸ණ I have Back To Black too and enjoy it although it borders on a little too sweet for me. Certainly two of the best from the house.

[@phillipscarborough5370]

@@adox66 mine is not performing well, do I need to let the bottle sit

[@caizey]

Absolutely, Kerosene Follow has an even more authentic coffee feeling with a stronger projection :) Great review maestro 🦄 Btw as a British lad, what's your opinion about Clive Christian fragrances? Are these high prices legitimate regarding use of raw materials? Is there a noticeable difference compared to other niche brands, which do stuff for less money?

[@sabrinaandbenji1390]

Are there any similar creators that explain the notes in a way like Aaron? Just to expand on thr perfumes. And hesr about perdumes that this channel hasnt mentioned yet..anybideas would be welcome, thank you friends❤

[@MrLanarana]

the black box with with skull on top was amazing, now the price is higher and there is no amazing box

[@tosca8472]

Wait has this been reformulated? I remember you really liked this the first time you reviewed it.

[@DarlingNikki2]

That was Back to Black not Black Phantom

[@tosca8472]

@@DarlingNikki2 No. He also did a Black Phantom review which is no longer on the Channel. I bought Black Phantom after watching Aaron’s original Black Phantom review. The Back to Black review is still up but the original Black Phantom review has been taken down. Not a big deal… just wondering why he changed his opinion.

[@tosca8472]

@@DarlingNikki2 I actually agree more with his latest review, than the original review. This is nice but doesn’t project and is not worth the money.

[@o̸ණ]

I also wondered how his opinion changed and I almost bought it after watching the review. But then I smelled Back to Black at the boutique and went for that one instead. But Black Phantom smells nice still, definitely a skin scent in my opinion

[@jstacks444]

@@tosca8472 I have Back to Black I enjoy it quite well & it performs wonderfully. I was considering buying Black Phantom even though I have Alexandria Fragrance clone of it called Dark Knight, but I was going to get the original Black Phantom but I keep hearing about performance issues. What's your experience with it if you dont mind me asking?

[@venusianmd]

You’re amazing. Thank you

[@VeoVaughn]

Cyanide smells like cherry or almond

[@ApricusInaros]

I like Black Phantom as a more simple gourmand fragrance. I enjoy the absence of vanille, as I'm very anti vanille in perfumes. The longevity is lacking unfortunately. On my skin it lasted 5 hours max. Oh and new subscriber here :)

[@stadtwerkehemer8193]

Hey aaron nice review you really need to checkout plum in cognac by scent of woods this perfume won the perfume extraordinere 2021 would love too See youre Reaction on this fragrance buts its a limited Edition so you need to get youre Hands quickly on this nice fragrance

[@al5152001]

Excellent presentation 👍🏼

[@_Only_Zuul]

i don't know if your review is for an older version of this fragrance, but when i tried it this year, it didn't smell much like that you're describing? maybe it's been reformulated? black phantom is a beastly voodo vaporous apparition of a fragrance that has long staying power and a is reminiscent of a stage smoke machine mixed with oud and incense.. i recall walking through a crowd of people wearing black phantom and hearing WTF from pretty much everyone surrounding me!

[@pooolish334]

Great review Aron as always! But i would like to know what is the name of the music in the background 🙏

[@edwardomoreno2998]

LOVE YOUR CHANNEL!! Whats your sign?!

[@IEdjumacate]

It’s interesting because I find this to be a monster on my skin. Projects really well for quite some time, almost too well for my liking since it’s so rich.

[@EmilianoOrtizrodrguez]

Is it the silver cap or the golden one u got?

[@adibfaisal1580]

Review xerjoff casamorati italica aaron😁

[@xkoningx]

The opening is really weird on me but after the 1st 30 mins it's very nice. The refills are fairly priced imo (140 euro) but the full bottles are too expensive =[.

[@Fer-fy8dx]

I loveeee your voice

[@cozcozmo1565]

I’d like your personal opinion of BHT please. (Common additive in perfumes)

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

It’s safe in small doses. I use it to protect against Oxidation.

[@cozcozmo1565]

Good to hear, thank you! 👍

[@schwarzwaldprinz99]

My black phantom is sadly weak af and doesn’t really project… no one can smell it. It’s a never batch. It’s a skin scent and idk how long it even lasts since it projects so sadly

[@jillsammy1688]

Cyanide would be an Almond scent.

[@peterrak9554]

Haha I’m scared to watch this after he bashed intoxicated! Intoxicated is amazing and so is this

[@AaronTerenceHughes]

I didn’t bash it! I said it was good but lacking something. Please go back and watch.

[@bluemystic7501]

Aaron is a guru but at the end of the day we all have our own tastes. I'd be scared to hear what ATH says about my favorite fragrance too but it wouldn't change my opinion of Aaron or my fragrance. Just my two cents :)

[@chowj2019]

You are just phenomenal. Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

[@ganbatte1260]

hi, nice review. which bathc code did you got? is it white or black on the box? just curious because there are 2 kinds in my country.