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Aqva Divina

Marca
Bvlgari
Alberto Morillas
Perfumista
Alberto Morillas
3.85 de 5
2,246 votos

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Descripción

Bvlgari Aqva Divina is a floral aquatic fragrance for women. Launched in 2015, this composition was created by perfumer Alberto Morillas. Its olfactive structure unfolds with top notes of sea salt, ginger, and bergamot; a floral heart featuring quince and magnolia; and a woody base that integrates beeswax and amber.

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  • Primavera 26%
  • Verano 49%
  • Otoño 17%
  • Día 76%
  • Noche 24%

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  • Positivo 74%
  • Negativo 21%
  • Neutral 4.8%

Pirámide olfativa

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Corazón 2 notas
Fondo 3 notas

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  • dpontoriero

    I agree with Aquaura; it also reminded me of Womanity. At first, right after application, it smelled more like Polo Blue for men than a feminine perfume, but I admit the trail on clothes is exquisite. Its longevity is weak, what a pity… but if you’re looking for something distinct and original, I recommend it.

  • It’s a refined and delicate aroma, classy, but it didn’t appeal to me. Taste is subjective. I recognize the quality; it has good sillage and regular longevity, but as an aquatic, I find it heavy and somewhat unisex. There’s something I can’t quite identify that just doesn’t work for me. Give it a try, ladies; my opinion might not be the best, but everyone should forge their own idea. Hope you share your thoughts.

  • I absolutely love Bvlgari fragrances for their transparency and crystal-clear purity, which scream exclusivity. I was eager to try this ‘divinura,’ but it didn’t quite convince me; I definitely don’t find it in my DNA. Sorry, it’s by Alberto Morillas, but it smells more unisex than feminine to me. The same happened with Mon Jasmin Noir. Still, I’ll give it another try; it’s worth it. The bottle is a whole other story: gorgeous, with an abstract design that reminds me of a mother-of-pearl gem, luminous and pure.

  • Another fragrance that is more unisex than feminine, but very attractive to the male gender. I find it fresh, slightly woody, with a strange floral hint; I sense jasmine and magnolias. The truth is, it’s meant to be used moderately and without regrets, as it doesn’t bother anyone. The bottle is very special and beautiful, but I’m not sure if very practical. I consider it a good perfume for use in the office or at meetings with people, also outdoors on an autumn or spring afternoon with a fresh breeze; it’s exquisite. I recommend it for going for a walk with your partner and snuggling by the sea; it’s lovely and very well-liked.

  • marisol santilla

    Today I’m debuting this fragrance and I loved it. It could be unisex; at least on my skin, the aroma transformed that way, and it absolutely doesn’t bother me. Since I like unisex fragrances so much, I have great longevity and sillage; the truth is, I’m happy with the purchase.

  • For me, that exquisite aroma was like a kind of piña colada (I suppose due to the quince), extremely refined, creamy, luminous, and with a salty breeze. Definitely, it seemed like a peculiar smell to me; I don’t know if special, but it moved me quite a bit, so much so that I decided to buy it (being a man, having heard about its ‘generic’ versatility, I was encouraged to taste it), plus it was on promotion. It’s true that the sillage doesn’t last long, but it’s potent at first; after a couple of hours, it becomes more moderate close to the skin. I see it as very daytime, charismatic, and it will sound strange, but it’s an aquatic for cold times! Ha! Bvlgari gets me, and it’s thanks to creations like this. Soon, it will be the classic original Aqva with that fervor for marine algae, full blast! Greetings.

  • Casablanca77

    Aqva Divina is a highly qualified eau de toilette from the Bvlgari house for warm seasons, with a perfect and sublime execution by Morillas; its latent seal beautifies it and enhances whoever wears it. I’m reviewing this perfume again because initially, by the decision of my nose, it suffered a terrible kick that removed it from my collection. It had been hiding for a while, like a pearl of the sea resisting change wherever it is, and when rediscovered, it resurfaces in its beauty. I feel terrible about having kept it away for so long, because it hasn’t changed; I’m the one who has changed. Its opening is a fleeting bergamot of sudden force that quickly gives way to pink ginger (feminine, just the right amount of spicy)… what beautiful ginger in Bvlgari and what beautiful work by perfumer Morillas. The quince, so fresh and juicy at the same time, keeps it potent and fruity with a natural dose, a real treasure. That salty point in all its notes, but without over-salting it, gives it that tremendously Mediterranean and summer base that makes it one of the most beautiful beauties to feel by the sea, or, if not, to long for it. Here, all components, including the silent but caressing amber, have been bathed in the Sun… A woody, floral, and salty summer finale of the most beautiful and pleasant in Morillas: divine. Rediscovering it was exactly like diving in a Mediterranean paradise and finding a chest; upon opening it, there she was, just as she always was, announcing to me with the shape of its bottle the precious gem that she truly is. For summer, I want to enjoy it as it deserves, finally.

  • The notes caught my attention, but what pushed me to buy it was a negative review, the first one from Casablanca77, when she hadn’t rediscovered it yet. She said very accurately that it reminded her of the scent of a certain shower gel (I think Pravia Hay), and that’s exactly it. It has that unisex shower gel scent. It’s true that it can result in being very masculine; at first, it wasn’t entirely to my liking, and my first comment was negative, so I set it aside and regretted the purchase. Despite that failed first contact, it has something addictive that made me open the bottle occasionally to smell it, and I admit it made me close my eyes thinking of vacations by the sea. Those summer afternoons and nights when you get dressed to go out for a walk and dinner. I decided to try it again once it got hot. These days, I find it brighter and very pleasant. I admit that for most women, it will be a resounding NO. It’s very masculine, yes, or at least it completely departs from what is considered feminine today, so lovers of trendy scents can stay away. It’s very original; I think it’s worth trying if you’re looking for a summer scent different from typical citrus or fruity smells. Of course, it’s not for blind buying, but I recommend trying it on the male public; I think they might love it. I’m going to enjoy it this summer, despite a few ;P

  • saukimoon

    Ugh, this perfume says it’s for women, but I’d rate it as unisex leaning masculine. My partner would love to smell it on me, but on my skin, I didn’t like it at all; it has that salty, citrusy, and woody point that reminds me of a masculine fragrance, soft but masculine. There’s a hint of flowers, and I perceive marine notes that aren’t listed on Fragrantica, but it’s my nose picking them up. I disliked it so much that I had to wash my arm; I’ll propose to my partner that he applies it to see how it smells on him.

  • Casablanca77

    Ziggy 🙂 Correct, it’s exactly like a beach day. Coming with the scent of salt and bronzed skin (without being red, but well-bronzed and showering with cold water and Pravia Hay gel). After trying strong perfumes, my nose rediscovered it as a very good perfume for summer; at first, it impacted me too much. Yes, it has a masculine base, but it’s beautiful. Summer woody perfumes often resemble masculine ones, but the quality of the pink ginger and the salt combination in just the right measure make it a gem when I rediscover it. It seems it didn’t get the acceptance it could have expected from a Morillas, but I think that’s wrong. The perfumer wanted to evoke directly the scent of our land, and it would have been complicated without wet woods and salt. I’m glad you also rediscover it; I’m not the only one giving opportunities to a fragrance that, as you rightly say, may have been relegated by citrus or fruity feminine summer styles. If appreciated, it’s very singular, which is why it’s worth trying.

  • Today I’m wearing Aqva Divina courtesy of Casablanca77, and it’s one of those feminine fragrances that, although delicate and tender, have that subtle woody touch that allows a man to wear it without issues. It’s a refined, fresh, and delicate fragrance, nothing invasive, extremely refreshing and relaxing. For me, the protagonists are ginger and quince over a slight ambered woody background, with very nice floral and salty nuances. Generally, it’s this aroma, except that in the opening, the bergamot adds an extra touch of momentary freshness, light and that lasts a breath. Then, in the final dry-down, the ambered woods take more prominence. Otherwise, it’s a fresh, juicy, tender, and slightly spicy quince due to the ginger, with a slight floral aura, exquisite, all over a subtle bed of warm, ambered, and slightly sweet woods, really beautiful. You can feel Morillas’ hand, the master of subtlety. Performance is moderate; it’s not a bomb, but it’s fulfilling and very fresh for these heats. A very good option for daytime wear in warm and temperate seasons. It’s not the typical black-and-white unisex; you can feel its feminine execution, but if you have an open mind, it’s an easy fragrance to wear. That said, not every man will like it, but that’s like everything else; it’s a matter of taste. If you have it handy and want to try it, go ahead; it’s a very good option to try new things and break the routine.

  • Ceciliska

    At first, I thought it would be fresh, but it turned out unpleasant to me: I find it very masculine; when I put it on, I feel and smell like a man. However, my husband says he loves it. Over time, I’ve discovered its character and power. Ideal for wearing in autumn and rainy days.

  • Today I’m wearing Aqva Divina courtesy of Casablanca77. It’s a delicate, tender feminine perfume, but with a subtle woody touch that allows a man to wear it without issues. It’s refined, fresh, not annoying, but refreshing and relaxing. For me, the stars are ginger and quince over a warm, woody base with floral and salty nuances. At first, the bergamot adds an extra freshness, but then the amber woods take over. It’s a fresh, juicy, tender, and spicy quince thanks to the ginger, with an exquisite floral aura over a bed of warm, sweet woods. You can sense Morillas’ hand, the master of subtlety. Longevity is moderate; it’s not a bomb, but it delivers. It’s very fresh for this heat. Ideal for daytime in warm seasons. It’s not a strict unisex; its feminine execution is noticeable, but if you have an open mind, it’s easy to wear. Not every man will like it, but it’s a great option to try something new and break the routine.

  • Manuela Monteiro

    It’s very different. The woman wearing it walks her own path, confident in her femininity without needing to shout it out. I love the quince note. The longevity and sillage are moderate. It transports me to the sea, to the scent of the beach at dusk. It’s distinct from everything else I know, which is why it’s a gem. As it should, it lives in my vanity and doesn’t leave.

  • Manuela Monteiro

    It’s something quite different. The woman wearing it is sure of her femininity, so much so that she doesn’t want to highlight it. I really like the quince. Longevity on skin and sillage are moderate. It reminds me of the sea, the scent of the beach when evening falls. It’s different from everything I know, for that very reason it’s a little jewel. And, as befits, it’s in my vanity and won’t be leaving.

  • Beautiful perfume; the salty note is very marked (I personally love it), it’s very Mediterranean, beachy, and fresh. It’s true it can be a bit unisex, but this fragrance is very well crafted. It’s a pity the sillage isn’t a bit stronger and the longevity isn’t the best. But it’s a totally everyday perfume.

  • It just doesn’t work for me, no matter how hard I try… it gives me nausea from so much salt. It must be my skin. First Alberto Morillas fragrance that doesn’t agree with me.

  • I had the pleasure of trying it before almost buying it blindly, as it was on discount at my go-to perfumerie. I must say it felt extremely fresh, salty, and unisex on my skin. The salt note is very prominent and gives me a slight headache. But I applaud its originality, and as soon as I can, I’ll give it another shot. I love men’s perfumes and don’t have any for personal use, so I’m saying yes to this fragrance. Soon it will be part of my little collection.

  • Rosa del Mar

    Aqva Divina is a different fragrance, anything but conventional; one could say ‘quirky,’ yet elegant and delicate. It reminds me of a sea breeze. I detect ginger and quince in harmony with honey. I also sense jasmine with bergamot, the woody note, and amber, but there’s an aroma that closes this perfect circle: sea salt. I wondered why this note is so well-accentuated, knowing that salt doesn’t really smell to anything… and after reading a column on this site, I found that basically what’s said is that salt, combined with other notes, isolates a marine accord. Incredible. Good sillage and excellent longevity. What a pity it has been discontinued; anyway, I thank my cousin @Jimblue for introducing me to this elixir.

  • Rosa del Mar

    Aqva Divina is a different fragrance, nothing conventional; one could say ‘quirky,’ but at the same time elegant and delicate. It reminds me of the sea breeze. I feel the ginger and quince in harmony with honey. I also feel the jasmine with the bergamot, the woody note, and the amber, but there’s an aroma that closes this perfect circle: sea salt. I wondered why this note is so well accentuated, knowing that salt doesn’t smell to anything… and reading a column on this site, I recovered that basically it says that in addition to accentuating and exalting aromas and flavors, salt combined with other notes isolates a marine accord (Fragrantica notes for salt). Amazing! Good fixation and excellent sillage. What a pity it has been discontinued; nonetheless, I thank my cousin @Jimblue for introducing me to this elixir.

  • This perfume absolutely blows my olfactory receptors away; it’s like a party for the nose. The chords and nuances rise and fall like ‘scare-the-mother-in-law’ trumpets, haha. In the opening, the salty note is unmistakable, with that marine vibe reminiscent of Aqva Marine or Womanity (for the slight seaweed effect) or Jardin Après la Mousson (for the ginger). A few minutes later, it turns sweeter on my skin, a burst of amber with hints of quince and beeswax. Soon after, amidst that sweetness, I detect a floral note, magnolia, which reminds me of Magnolia Sensuel. After 40-60 minutes, a very interesting sweet-salty combination settles in, feeling fresher and more luminous. Every time I lean in to smell it, I find garlands of different combinations, sparkling notes: candied quince, ginger, magnolia, brine… If I inhale slowly to fill my lungs, I feel a base of wax providing support. After 2-3 hours, the waxy base takes over, softly creamy. It’s not a classic aroma, not that perfectly polished, luxurious thing one expects. It’s super sophisticated, complex, with many twists and nuances, but it doesn’t fit the classic definition of ‘divinity.’ Aqva Divina is vital, mobile, an atmosphere charged with energy, boiling like a primordial bowl of water from the gods. Plus, the bottle is designed perfectly to match the scent: a high-quality marine pearl with an imperfection that makes it more precious and unique, radiating light, reminiscent of parsimonious ornaments and rituals with golden tiaras and headpieces. I’m fascinated when perfumes express so much. When I can, this little jewel will join my collection.

  • This perfume makes my receptors go wild; it’s like a party for the nose; the chords go up and down like bugle calls, haha. Said in the best tone possible. In the opening, the salty contribution is unmistakable. It has that marine thing related to Aqva Marine by the house or Womanity (due to the slight algae effect of Aqva Divina) or Jardin Après la Mousson (for the ginger). A few minutes later, it became sweeter on my skin, bursting with amber and something of quince and beeswax. Shortly after, amidst that sweetness, I perceived a floral contribution that must be the magnolia; it brought to mind Magnolia Sensuel. Now, I don’t know how much later, maybe 40-60 minutes in, a very interesting sweet-salty combination settled in. It’s fresher and more luminous. But every time I bring my nose close to smell it, I find garlands of different combinations, like sparkles: almost candied quince, ginger, magnolia, brine… If I press my nose to my arm and smell slowly, I feel a wax base providing support. At 2-3 hours, the waxy base takes ground and becomes softly creamy. It’s not a classic aroma. It’s not that one says ‘if it’s called Divine Water, it must be luxurious and exuberant’ – or at least that’s not what I perceive. It’s a super sophisticated, complex perfume, with many twists and nuances, but it doesn’t fit the classic definitions of ‘divinity.’ Aqva Divina is vital, mobile, an atmosphere charged with energy, boiling like a primordial bowl of water from the gods. And the bottle is designed perfectly with the aroma: a high-quality marine pearl, notched with an imperfection that at first glance seems disposable, but makes it more precious and unique, radiating luminosity; it recalls parsimonious ornaments and rituals, like golden tiaras or headdresses. I’m fascinated when perfumes express so much. When I can, this jewel will join my collection.

  • ZenNatsume

    I like it because on my skin it leaves a wide trail and lasts a long time—over 12 hours—but a certain note causes my nose to get saturated and gives me a headache; I have to use very little to avoid it. On my skin, I don’t detect a salty aroma. The sensuality of the woods dominates, combined with an intensely strong magnolia; quince and ginger are noticeable but not sparkling, enhancing an invasive effect. I like it, but I must use it moderately, which is rare for me. It’s lasted me over 8 years, and I calculate there are still 40ml left. I recommend testing it on your skin for several days before buying; it’s not a simple fragrance.

  • Strange but pleasant. Aqva Divina is definitely a marine fragrance, yet it lacks aquatic notes. I don’t detect the citrus (bergamot) or floral (magnolia) facets clearly. On my skin, it transforms into an overwhelming, earthy, slightly spicy ginger wrapped in salt, merging almost immediately with the woody notes. It must be my pH, because it feels fresh, clean, yet mossy. I’m not sure if the advertising or reviews influenced me, but it smells and feels like a night walk along the beach. I’ll enjoy it while I have it, but I don’t think I’ll repurchase.

  • Lovefrantastica

    Someone gifted it to me, and it’s not really my style; I almost gave it back a thousand times but decided against it. It’s worth noting that it’s a very refined fragrance; I once noticed it on a client at work, and she said it smelled like Chanel, so it’s very similar to one of their scents I can’t quite remember now. At first glance, it might seem too unisex or even lacking in femininity. On my skin, it’s lasting forever—more than 24 hours, which is rare—and the dry-down is pleasant. I don’t know why men love it so much. Definitely worth keeping in your collection.

  • Another perfume, I’m sorry to say it feels more unisex than feminine. I guess it’s discontinued because it’s so different from the current gourmand trend. The notes I notice most are sea salt, quince, ginger, beeswax, and a shy magnolia. It has a vibe similar to Womanity, but it only lasts half an hour. It’s delicate, distinguished, and perfect for summer; the opening is very unisex, then it evolves into a salty quince with beeswax—very Mediterranean and original. I liked it for summer, but since I tested it in winter, I’ll wait for the heat to experience its full evolution.

  • It’s a perfume different from all others; it doesn’t smell like any other. I don’t feel it’s fresh; I find it extremely salty and woody with a clear base of beeswax, almost masculine. I think women who wear Aqua Divina are very secure in their identity. It’s not for anyone else, understandable: either you love it or you hate it, there’s no middle ground. Definitely not for the day or summer despite the salt; maybe for a summer night by the sea. It doesn’t have great longevity; it lasts me a maximum of 2-3 hours.

  • It’s an unusual fragrance, almost unisex, leaning more toward the masculine side. I have mixed feelings; many say it evokes the sea and summer, but I find it too heavy for the heat, especially in summer. It’s salty, reminding me of the dense colognes my grandfathers used. It’s not for young girls; it’s for mature women. I like it a lot, but I don’t wear it often because I notice its scent on my skin a lot; there’s something that makes me love and hate it at the same time.

  • Persefonex

    I really liked it because it’s so rare. On the dry down, it smells like grass after rain; you feel the salt quite a bit, and I think of the sea. I imagine a rainy morning walking in the grass with bare feet. It’s not typically feminine and could be unisex. I’d wear it mornings and nights; it gives me security. It seems like a very fine aroma thanks to the magnolia, wood, and beeswax. I recommend trying it because it’s not for everyone, but it absolutely shot my heart. I’m sure no one else will wear it at any event. Also, I loved the packaging: the opaque white bottle evoking mother-of-pearl and the gold box. A true delicacy.

  • Lauracuatica

    A summer love, for all year round. That’s the level of perfection Aqua Divina achieves. It’s citrus, marine, fresh, yet capable of traveling to the warmest, most floral depths. It invites the sea, a sunny day, lifts the mood, makes you vibrate. It’s like a fresh breeze that calms but incites living with intensity. An impermissible gem.

  • Aqua Divina failed to define itself and paid the price with its discontinuation. When the goal is to satisfy the masses and it falls short, it gets labeled a failure. The fact that it didn’t sell doesn’t reflect its quality. They say it’s neither sweet nor salty, and that’s wrong; it’s both at once, dancing like tango lovers in La Boca, dodging tourists. The female public will resist because it’s sweet without being sweet, floral without being floral, fresh without being fresh. It falls into a voracious synergy where women used to cloying or sharp citrus fragrances feel unfulfilled. And the unconstructed male public? How does he wear a women’s perfume? But appearances matter! 1+1=2, and math doesn’t lie. What a shame that prejudice prevents them from enjoying this gem! The velvet, rustic opening, with salty quince and sometimes woody notes, can be disorienting. The citrus dry down hides quickly. The non-aquatic marine vibe takes you to a dusty beach, if one exists; if not, this fragrance creates it. That girl, strolling full of slowness over rough sand, now older, remains in her agony of not knowing the sea. Morillas says it connects to the Mediterranean because she was born in Seville, reminding me of my connection to Charlemagne; both of us were born men. It suggests a flower emerging from the tide, and there I got lost. I accept a misunderstood fragrance, not a lie. The aquatic yin demanded of a beach yang simply isn’t there. If it were born in a niche house as unisex, it would be an object of cult. But it was born in the wrong gender, at the wrong time. Bulgari Aqua Divina, thank you for so much, forgive me for so little.

  • solecuerva

    I think this perfume does everything right: on the outside, on the inside, and conceptually. If its gold box is already beautiful, what can I say about its format and tone, which evoke a pearl (except the 25ml one, which is still a beauty). This association with the preciousness of water reminds us of Botticelli’s frescoes and condenses in the name. Upon smelling it, we are faced with water fit for the deities. It transports us to the sea, but not to a hot beach with palm trees, rather to a fresh marine zone where the sun is hiding. It’s the scent of salty air announcing an unending expanse of water. It’s the only Aqva by Bvlgari that is ‘feminine,’ although for me it is totally unisex. It has a salty and citrusy opening; you can tell the bergamot. The saltiness persists, first with spicy ginger notes and then tempered by a soft magnolia. It settles into a woody base with a waxy touch and minimally honeyed. A whole beautiful symphony. Sillage and longevity are medium; it’s not an overwhelming powerhouse, it projects moderately, but if you already know it, it’s very recognizable. In these times of extremely sweet perfumes, smelling something like this is unique and addictive. A break, an olfactory vacation that perfectly combines with the beach.

  • solecuerva

    I believe this perfume does everything right: on the outside, on the inside, and conceptually. If the golden box is already beautiful, what can I say about the format and tone that evokes a pearl (except the 25ml, which remains gorgeous). This association with what the water offers reminds me of Botticelli’s freshness and is condensed in the name. When you wear it, you’re facing a water fit for the gods. It’s a scent that transports you to the sea, but not to a hot, sunny beach, rather to a cool marine zone, where the sun is either just rising or setting. It’s the smell of salty air announcing that an endless stretch of water is very close. It’s the only ‘feminine’ among Bulgari’s Aqvas, though for me it’s totally unisex. It opens with a salty and citrusy top note featuring bergamot; the salinity lingers with spicy ginger hints that later soften with a soft magnolia. It settles into a woody base with a waxy touch and minimally honeyed. A truly beautiful symphony. It has moderate sillage and longevity, not an overwhelming powerhouse, but if you know it, it’s instantly recognizable. In these days of extremely sweet perfumes, smelling something like this is unique and addictive. A true break, an olfactory vacation that perfectly combines with the beach.

  • I don’t usually write reviews, but I read one that deserved a response. The guy claiming the perfume was discontinued because it didn’t sell must be from another planet; perfumes stop production even when they sell like crazy. The person who said women didn’t like it clearly has issues with coexistence, because when it launched, we were already wearing scents categorized as masculine if we liked them. Some men wore them too, but they couldn’t smell them at the women’s counters; today, with the internet and social media, that’s no longer an issue. I hope he has some respect, because his comment is nonsense. In my opinion, it doesn’t suit everyone due to the notes, isn’t for every occasion, and doesn’t work for everyone, especially the wax notes.

  • I absolutely love this scent, especially the magnolia. On my skin, however, the quince takes center stage with a hint of ginger and magnolia vying for attention. In my case, the fragrance doesn’t evolve; it just fades in intensity and disappears after a couple of hours.

  • SouthCarolina

    I have it right here, and after several days of testing, I discovered two things: first, it doesn’t last at all, maybe an hour at most. Second, at first I thought it smelled like lotion, but it turns out it smells exactly like the Hawaiian aerosol sunscreen I had years ago. The scent is literally that sunscreen. I don’t feel the summer vibe that many detect, mostly because of that association. I detect a lot of floral notes, probably the magnolias. I expected to smell more salt or ginger; honestly, it didn’t captivate me. It’s nice but not dazzling, and I wouldn’t buy it again. Given the brand and price, I expected it to last a bit longer; a splash of VS gives you the same thing.

  • Opinions are divided, but I’ve loved it since the first spray. It’s my signature scent and I have two backups, even though it’s not for everyone. Testing it on various women was a curious experiment: on many skin types it turns unpleasant, which never happens on mine; instead, I’ve received compliments and it lasts great for about 6 hours. I don’t know what some people buy or what’s going on with their pH, but it’s clearly a chameleon gem that behaves differently on each skin. It doesn’t make friends with just anyone, and for every nose, there’s a whole new world. I love it for being so unique.