Therapeutic Fragrance Awards 2020

[@FragranceView]

Appreciate it, thank you! The salt flats are a pretty epic scene scape!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks Peter. Yes a ton of stuff on a white background is shot here.

[@bwinms1]

@@TherapeuticFragrance Hey, Miss your perfume videos. When you doing more?

[@karenbrown3676]

Love your location the categories and the passion! Happy New year!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks so much Karen, was fun doing this from my hometown.

[@JohmathanBSwift]

This was really cool. Learned some new houses too. Santal Galore is truly amazing . _best & safe wishes for you in 2021 and to all who you know_

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks Johmathan. Yes SG is getting it's due share.

[@Hassan-dh6el]

Bro musk lave is a fougere barbershop not a chipre check the description on the website I noticed you got them confused in the past as well

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

I talked about this with others in the comments of Musk Lave. So what's your definition of Chypre? This meets all of it. Just because of lavender the perfume categorized as fougere which is technically correct, but this wears like a Chypre to me. Just so you get it and caused 8 other people to go down your path. Citrus, Labdanum, and Oakmoss are the real definition of a Chypre. This has all three. Not my fault the perfumer marketed this as a fougere.

[@Hassan-dh6el]

@@TherapeuticFragrance fair enough you might feel it wears like a chipre for you however lavender citrus and Oak moss are staples of a fougere as well and because of those things I do except it as one My definition of a chipre on the other hand is one there is citrus on top florals and spices in the middle and resinous woods in the base I think this perfume is a little different to that Falls more into the fougere category However that’s the great thing about fragrances you can interpret them anywhere you want based on your own experiences so fair enough to you if you take it the other way as a chipre

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Great points. I have mentioned in comments before that if could go either way. The ultimate barbershop vibe really isn't there for me. No complaints I obviously think its stunning and a lot of perfumes that call themselves Chypre have no business being one. Historically it was defined by the original and should have those three ingredients. I just don't get the barbershop vibe on this that usually comes from an aroma chemical. Although Rising Mysore doesn't have it either it comes off like an indian barbershop to me built off the classic Mysore soap. Just observations. I really think no one is right or wrong calling this a fougere or Chypre. IMO it wears more like a Chypre and it does hold the classic ingredients of one.

[@andrewgadd8439]

Wait are you in Utah? Great video btw

[@amnaaziz3840]

Dear Brandon, Great list I need to try Dendera by Centauri. Thanks a million

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Easy to get a sample of it. Cheers

[@Skeletor4Prez]

Some serious bangers in there that I've been so happy to pick up - and many others for me to make sure are still on my list!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Yes Christophe what a year.

[@Chris-sr1id]

I’m the only guy wearing Pendleton’s and niche fragrances guy got it?! Nice to see I’m not the only one lol nice pattern and good reviews 😎

[@perfumef8015]

hi where are man we miss you too much

[@anthonytorgerson4175]

Great job. This year i really got into naturals. Was lucky enough to get Keman, Santal Galore and Musk Lave form that list. All beyond words. And was just lucky enough to to get a partial bottle of the original Rising Mysore. Here is to a great new year! Keep up the great videos!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Nice Anthony some great pickups to tell stories about. Rising Mysore was really difficult to get. That is the most asked for I receive messages about. On to 2021

[@parfumdeculture5301]

Great Video Brandon!

[@dmr9767]

For my 2020 it was purely vintage, my concept of perfumery has completely changed, that's where the real masterpieces are located. I like the new and the natural but in my opinion they are compositions that pale when you compare them to the masterpieces of yesteryear. There are good and rare materials but they are not in the hands of real masters in my opinion. Cheers Brandon!

[@itskyyuuuu]

Glad to own several of these. So many top of the line juices. I do disagree with santal galore (but you know that already) however especially with presentation I actually really dislike it I don't want that big piece of wood needlessly taking up a bunch of space lol but I'm alone thinking like that most likely. Very much prefer the presentation RA gave the other ALD bottles in the 6th collection. I personally think RA will come out with an even better sandalwood fragrance in the future. Really enjoyed the awards. Cheers to 2021 trying to keep up!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Did you buy Santal Galore? Actually get to play with the box? And see how the sandalwood cap was? I don't actually store with the box it get's to go next to other ALD's with same shape and size. Which is why I like that bottle style so well. Unfortunately wood caps were complained about to much so we won't likely ever see them again in the main line. They way they hold the smell of the perfume is perfect. Anyways as always appreciate the thoughts. In talking with him and other perfumers what most people want in a sandalwood fragrance is just sandalwood. It's loses itself with almost any other material unless you start layering in the synthetic. (Talking to Le Labo Santal 33). This is the type of thinking that get's most of us into creating our own things. Sounds like your about ready to start buying material my friend. That's the next level in this game. Cheers to 2021 and seeing what you do.

[@jaimeluis7434]

Brother. I know I'm a loyal follower when many of the mentioned fragrances are in my collection. In your nose I trust more than no other. Thank you for revealing to us all those releases. Will acquire eventually the ones that are bot in the collection. When permit is granted by the boss. 🖐 from Puerto Rico dear brother 🇵🇷🙏

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

LOL, working through those permits are worth it. I'm amazed at how connected you are. Thanks brother, glad I got to share my hometown with you a bit:)

[@JoshuaJamesZimmerman]

Great list. So many I haven't tried. Good luck on the "fragrance land speed record" at the salt flats.

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Nice one Joshua. Need to figure something out for that🤣🤣

[@ScentitarFragrance]

Whew salt flats. Looking forward to trying some of these beauties. Thanks for your great work 👍

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Hope you get too Ben. If ever in Portland let me know.

[@WackSmackAttack]

what were your favorite oud oils from Agar Aura this year? i grabbed a bottle of Lao 4k, it's magical. it shimmers with bright notes, almost hard to believe there's nothing else in there

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

LOL I still have about ten samples I'm sitting on to review. Need to get back to pure oil. All the extra perfume releases took me by surprise.

[@philsholiday]

Wow what a year and I cant believe it's already been 12 months since the 1st therapeutic awards. Some serious heavy hitters included. Last year's awards were good, but this year is on a different playing field. Elixir Attar, Areej resurgence, Di Ser, Pomares and Agar Aura are the winning houses for me. Eagerly awaiting for your Shalini review before I commit to that purchase though haha. Thanks for all your hard work over the past 12 months B 👍

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

I know that went fast LOL. Thanks for the comment. Trying to hurry on Shalini if you like dirty Jasmine this is it. Have not smelled anything better, must make sure you get it before reformulated as Jasmine was a key ingredient knocked by Ifra last year.

[@dgara9926]

Congratulations on the video, very good your reflections on the best fragrances of 2020, take care of yourself friend, let's stay strong 💪💪

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks Gara.

[@vanglorious854]

Peace to you my friend

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks friend, peace to you!

[@jeff49605]

You actually pronounce ALD : Areej le "Doray" (because of the accent on the 'e' : é)

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks for the correction. Not sure if I even heard Russian Adam say it that way, LOL.

[@jeff49605]

@@TherapeuticFragrance ok I think he made up his name though, but 'le doré' means "Golden Areej" in french

[@helenho325]

I regret not trying to get a bottle of Santal Galore :(

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

There will be something else:)

[@justaddlight]

Amazing, amazing, amazing. The quest for the best. Gonna have to try that Cohiban Coffee Oud Extreme. Ditto with Rasa. Couldn't agree more with that Areej presentation too. When I saw it on IG I was like whaaaaaaa 🌳 Great way to kick off '21 Brandon. Hope you had an amazing time in the desert!

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

The desert was nice to me. Yes sample the Pomare's stuff not for everyone but really great natural work. Coffee Oud Extreme is exactly as the name.:)

[@qaidikramuddin]

Hahahahaha brilliant, absolutely brilliant. Therapeutic awards. This was Kcool.

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Thanks Ikram hopefully will be seeing you on here:)

[@qaidikramuddin]

@@TherapeuticFragrance That was my thought when I was watching 😉 Competition is tight but confidence high. A few months to go for launch. Securing bottles next month.

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Nice, one heck of a journey for you. Can't wait.

[@qaidikramuddin]

@@TherapeuticFragrance Much appreciated :) A three year journey.

[@jonathanbornstein5839]

My favorite from this year is Santal Galore hands down. I love it more and more each time I wear it. My most worn on the year is probably a tie between Triad from Bortnikoff, or Kurokami from Di Ser (would have been Keman if I owned it). Natural roses are just SO wearable.

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

Great three. Yes I need to mention Triad I haven't not many have noticed. It's a great fragrance. Here's to 2021 and three more gems:)

[@brenlynch4811]

Great vid love the excitement and suspense of the categories and I’m particularly proud to have 4 wins in the individual category and cleaning up with Areej with sandal galore which l just sniffed today and it’s intensifying in such a short time wow.Peace out B and get those babies out of the goddam sunlight lol 🇮🇪🙏🙏🇺🇸

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

LOL yes the desert is not that good for these.

[@brenlynch4811]

@@TherapeuticFragrance Hey B got some stuff from Ensar Iris noir and coincidentally Elixir Attars iris chepre come wit same dhl delivery both great they the sprays yeah however Ensar sent a gift of an attar oil called Chugoku Musko 2.5 ml real nice for sure but here’s the thing I can’t see it on his site nor on any forums or you tube you did a vid on Chugoku Hindi something but no a whisper anywhere bout da Musko now it not a deer musk ,castorium I think it sweet any thoughts on it brother??

[@TherapeuticFragrance]

That was one of his special gift for black Friday. I got a different one coming won't be able to smell yours. My shipment comes in toning:)

[@brenlynch4811]

@@TherapeuticFragrance ah cheers B I do like it, first little wearing love the tinge of sweetness and woods,nice little bonus kudos to him.hope ya get a banger in yours cause they should know your jam by now .have a good one my friend. I’m on a 2 week break from work right now,way over the employment works act hours.due to Covid19 and its impact on our healthcare system so I will delve into all my purchases that I hadn’t the time to get to explore and enjoy so looking forward to that peace out ✌️🇮🇪🙏🇺🇸