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Hypnotic Poison Eau de Parfum
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Dior's Hypnotic Poison Eau de Parfum, created by François Demachy in 2014, is a jewel of the oriental vanilla olfactive family for women. Its fragrance pyramid unfolds with an opening of licorice and almond that introduces a sweet and spicy character. The heart reveals the elegance of sambac jasmine and orange blossom, adding a radiant and exotic florality. The base closes the composition with an enveloping blend of vanilla and tonka bean, granting a silky and woody persistence.
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- Positivo 81%
- Negativo 14%
- Neutral 5.3%
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I don’t rate perfumes by age, I think it’s narrow-minded and disrespectful; I judge them by longevity, trail, and quality. It’s a very, very long-lasting and delicious perfume, definitely for the night and for autumn/winter.
This is a rich perfume (for me it tastes more gourmand than oriental) and it’s among my favorites. The bottle is beautiful but the perfume doesn’t do it justice (not even to the Poison line). I expected something more mysterious, playful… it reminds me a lot of Paco Rabanne’s Black XS. It’s very sweet, more fruity than floral or spicy. It’s strong, has a lot of body, leaves a good trail and tremendous longevity (I spray once and I smell it for hours). It fits very well on male skin (I repeat, it reminds me a lot of PR’s Black XS). In short… it’s a good perfume, rich (one of my favorites for going out at night). But it’s more of the same. I don’t find much originality or mystery in the notes.
This perfume is worth what you pay. It’s long-lasting and exquisite. I chose the EDP because the EDT, after trying it many times, didn’t last anything and always evaporated from my skin in a few hours. I tested this EDP in autumn for several days and all tests gave over 12 hours, so I bought it right away. It’s not for everyday use because it can get tiring, especially due to the abundance of vanilla and almond, which leave incredibly strong traces. I clearly notice the orange blossom at the beginning, but it fades quickly to give way to the main notes. I don’t think it’s special for an elegant outing, more for a Sunday, outdoors, or for those days you crave sweets and chocolate. Personally, I don’t choose too sweet perfumes for couple dates or formal events. In those cases, this wouldn’t be the choice.
Finally I tried Hypnotic Poison Eau Parfum. In my opinion, it’s similar to the classic but without the coconut note, which I like. It’s very rich, sweet, and spicy. Freshly applied it’s strong, but afterwards the trail becomes soft leaving the licorice on the skin. I would have liked that initial intensity to last longer; I expected more punch being the most concentrated version. Trail of 6 and skin longevity of 8. Sincere, I don’t recommend it; its poor trail and high price make it not worth it.
Every time I passed by the perfumery I asked if they had the tester and it was never there. I was dying of curiosity, I wanted to have it, but since it’s expensive in my country, I had to try it first. So many good reviews… what a letdown when I finally tried it and I didn’t like it at all. The worst part is I couldn’t get it off my skin even with soap. On paper it seemed okay, sweet vanilla and an undefined wood. But on my skin it was something burnt, smoky, and in the end it gave me a headache. It’s a pity we weren’t a good match; I’m not saying it’s a bad perfume, but it just doesn’t work for me, my skin breaks it down terribly.
It’s a nocturnal perfume, hot, ideal for the cold. I’m wearing it now and it’s divine. It highlights sensuality, style, and gives confidence. I always thought Demachy’s strength was fresh fragrances, but this time he did a worthy job. It has the DNA of the original EDT, but with a more natural sensuality; no synthetic vanilla, but toasted almond liqueur and a sublime licorice, wet root. It’s not groundbreaking, it doesn’t pretend to be. It’s adorned with high-quality essences to give warmth and a sexy touch. I see it as unisex. It smells like licorice with strong, sweet liquor that masculinizes it. It’s for those who want to seduce with a fairytale vibe, with princes, princesses, fairies, witches… and with her, good and love will prevail. Good fragrance from Dior-Demachy, smells natural and grants distinction. Plus, it’s for any age.
Obviously, it has the DNA of its younger sister EDT, but… what an intoxicating, delicate, elegant, and super sexy scent. I’m a guy and I enjoy it, so I see it as unisex. Although I’m a bit tired of vanilla perfumes, this is the exception. It smells of almond (a little bitter) very well balanced. The only downside is that it might be a bit too sweet (but it’s not bad, it’s just my thing). The trail is brutal for the first two or three hours and the longevity lasts 8, 10 hours, and on clothes… days and days. It will be forever (hopefully they don’t discontinue it), it’s one of my favorites.
A black dress with violet details and a sky-blue back covered in rubies. It’s like cyanide liqueur, a mortal poison. If I had to define it, it’s lava kissing the ice; a masterpiece that, like fine wine, reached its perfect point without flaws. You don’t wear it, it wears you. I saw someone wear it in college and it stuck in my mind. Even though many see it as generic, to me it’s unique: a sublime vanilla with character, hard as steel thanks to the licorice and tonka bean.
I absolutely love it. It starts bitter like licorice, wrapped in a luxurious vanilla with jasmine and orange blossom in the middle, and finally settles into a gorgeous vanilla and tonka base. It’s an intense, dark, super sexy oriental gourmand-floral. Absolutely feminine. The longevity is brutal. Perfect for fall, winter, and going out at night. The trail is heavy.
It smells like play-doh to me, I swear it does 😭😭
The licorice makes this fragrance quite dry; the EDT with its fruity notes isn’t as harsh on the nose. That said, I love it a lot because it’s a dark, penetrating, mysterious, and nocturnal scent. I adore it; it feels like a spell. It’s not for everyone; maybe the EDT is more approachable. Longevity is very good, and while the projection is strong at first, it becomes subtle and intimate after an hour. The notes I feel most are licorice and tonka wrapped in vanilla; it also seems to have anise, though I don’t see it as a declared note.
Magical, dark, and sexy. Excellent longevity on the skin; it lingers even after washing.
I tested it yesterday on a blotter in my room, and it’s still perfumed with that scent. To me, it smells of vanilla (not cloying or artificial) with spices. It feels quite potent.
Good afternoon; I’m new and wanted to comment on this perfume. I have the EDT and I’m not sure what note gives it that strong, spicy smell; it reminds me of Opium in that regard, but even more like smoke, which I attribute to the sandalwood. It definitely smells more like frankincense stick to me, whereas the EDT version settles into a vanilla gourmand dry down, perhaps because I’ve had it for six years. How do I best preserve perfumes? Besides a cool, dark spot, would putting it in the fridge be a mistake? Thanks in advance.
Same here, Racheling: sandalwood, incense, licorice… I feel like some notes are missing. It’s dark, sensual, powerful, and special, lasting longer than the current EDT. Perfumes are best in their box, in the closet, and if you can, don’t even break the seal. Keep them away from humidity and never in the fridge. Cheers to everyone.
A rich, sweet, gourmand, and vanilla scent. It’s my favorite despite having others I like better; this feels like my signature. It’s a 10/10 perfume delight.
A mysterious perfume disguised as sweetness, but nothing innocent about it. It hits hard at first, reminiscent of an almond liqueur with black licorice. In the heart, jasmine shines on my skin, finishing with a vanilla and exotic base thanks to the tonka bean. I think it has secret balsamic essences, like a slightly poisonous medicinal potion with a pheromone touch. It’s my favorite Poison. I first heard it in my grandmother’s room; it radiated pure dark magic. Don’t buy it without testing it on your skin, as every pH alters it and it can be very dense for summer. It appeals to men and exerts a fascinating attraction. It would be ideal for a cruel but fascinating Snow Queen.
Extremely sweet yet subtle and caressing, warm and mysterious. The first twenty minutes smell intensely of almond, vanilla, and licorice with a spicy top note, likely cinnamon or tonka. Then the floral background emerges subtly, with a smoky undertone at the base, perhaps incense. It stays linear; it’s a very pretty scent. Moderate sillage and 7-8 hours of longevity. Perfect for winter nights, discreet and unsurprising, ideal for informal evenings. Sometimes I think something sexy is hiding among all that spiced vanilla for your partner. Scent 7/10, longevity 7.5/10, sillage 7.5/10, value 7/10, packaging 9/10. Would I buy again? No, I didn’t.
I bought it based on reviews, and the longevity and sillage are incredible. If you like gourmand scents, this is a top-tier option. My mom wore it, and it got so ingrained in her sweater it stayed even after washing. It smells delicious, but it gives me migraines, probably due to the licorice; the vanilla and almond blend is super rich. My mom received it as a gift with the condition that she not wear it around me, haha.
I bought it blind and fell in love the moment I sprayed it. It starts strong with almond, soft licorice, and vanilla, then shifts into floral notes with those subtle nuances. Perfect for night or winter, or even cool summer evenings; it’s dark, special, and unique—I haven’t heard it on anyone else. A word of caution on sprays: a few are enough to make it wearable and beautiful.
I bought it because of the good reviews. Honestly, the almond scent doesn’t appeal to me at all, but then it leaves an exquisite vanilla scent. People have asked me what perfume it is many times, and my partner loves it!
HP EDP is a very potent feminine fragrance that lasts forever, suitable for autumn and winter nights. It opens very sweet, with licorice and almond notes, then slowly moves into more oriental territory, with vanilla and tonka bean taking the lead. I never tried the EDT on skin (only on blotter), but both HPs smell different on paper: this one is less sweet and more spicy, while the EDT has a strong vanilla and almond scent. Compared to the HP Sensuelle I’ve tried several times, this EDP is much sweeter and spicier, less floral. Although it could have been a fragrance I would have loved, tonka bean doesn’t work well with my chemistry most of the time, and this was no exception. However, I’m sure it can work wonders for someone else. Pleasant: 4/10 Interesting: 6/10 Versatile: 4/10 Original: 5/10
HP is a charming perfume, that almond and vanilla scent… so delicious, I love it 😍 This is my second bottle of HP! Duration: 8 hours, projection is amazing! Ideal for winter nights out!! I love it!!
This perfume must not be missing from my vanity. Feminine, sexy, sweet, feline, overwhelming. It’s madness!! It doesn’t matter who wears it; it awakens my senses. On my skin, it lasts 7-9 hours with a 3-hour sillage, but if someone is close, they perceive and feel it as delicious. I receive many compliments from men and women. On clothes, it lasts until you wash them; it’s crazy how this perfume sticks. I’ve even read it contains pheromones (might be urban legend, but I wouldn’t rule it out). I detect creamy almond, dark vanilla; it’s fruity and sweet without being overwhelming, radiating a personality hard to imitate. It’s truly glamorous. Recommend? Always!!! ❤️❤️❤️ P.S.: In the reformulations, it loses the fixation it had before. For what you pay for designer perfumes, they should last hours, but the new ones leave much to be desired. What a pity because it’s an amazing perfume.
I love this fragrance; it simply smells like an elegant, poised woman. Its vanilla and almond notes are incredibly rich! I just adore this fragrance.
I was gifted this perfume last year, and it was a huge disappointment. The bottle is from 2020 with the new reformulation, and although I sprayed half a bottle, it barely smells like anything. The previous one was a wonder of sweet licorice, almonds, and vanilla, but they ruined this one too. All the Poisons have been reformulated for the worse, yet they still cost the same. I suppose the reviews about massive sillage and intense aroma are from bottles before 2019.
Sobriety, something mysterious; its seriousness makes it distant. It lacks the warmth and intensity of the first version. The current one lacks charm, feels bitter, and is less warm than the EDP I knew years ago. It also lost its femininity; by the dry-down, pure vanilla emerges, a simple evolution that says nothing of the majesty we associate with this fragrance. I still maintain that the best hypnosis came from Sensuelle.
I LOVE, I ADORE this perfume… but unfortunately, it’s getting harder to find. Instead, only the ultra-reformulated EDT appears, which I don’t dislike, but it’s not the same. Plus, the price keeps rising; I can’t afford this treasure anymore. So, to save what little I have left, I bought a clone that smells exact but softer (less lasting and less projecting), yet it fulfills its role perfectly.
Despite the reformulations, this is still a GREAT PERFUME, retaining a vintage vibe. It’s an olfactory gourmand, not as edible as current candies. I remember when it launched; it was madness and a revolution in perfumery, a bold vanilla and almond dessert. Now it’s less gourmand, darker, denser, less playful. The vanilla and nut turn bitter. Sometimes I detect a vanilla liqueur with incense. I got it via swap; it’s elegant, but frankly, I couldn’t handle it. It left a trail everywhere; my scent was penetrating, impossible to go unnoticed. I think Dior had the misfortune of poorly reformulating its stars. This perfume is a star, a diva, but bitter, something gloomy for today’s times. I insist, with much respect, it’s a great perfume, but I feel it has stopped being gourmand—it’s now alcoholic nuts.
I don’t like it; it smells dead, maybe old. I’m not sure which note triggers that feeling, but it does. With Poison Hypnotic Toilette, it’s fine—I even like it and might buy it—but this perfume smells completely different, and worse.
I love this perfume. I discovered it recently, so I know nothing about reformulations or vintage versions. On my skin, the opening is very almond-like and slightly bitter, reminding me of bitter liqueurs like Disaronno, but that note fades quickly. A few minutes later, the vanilla and tonka bean take center stage, which I notice all day. The jasmine and orange blossom notes are subtle, more like a pleasant mix of white flowers. It’s a balsamic, warm, sweet, and intoxicating aroma, without being cloying or overwhelming. I think it doesn’t have much projection or sillage; it’s more for personal enjoyment or close distances. On my skin, it lasts 8-9 hours, longer on clothes; I noticed it while doing laundry several days later. The only thing that puts me off is the price: in Spain, the 100ml bottle goes over €100 (I’ve seen up to €139 at Douglas). Maybe it’s worth investing in a niche with vanilla and tonka bean for some people, as there are plenty of options. Nevertheless, I’m very happy. I’m not sure if I’ll buy it again when I finish or invest in something new. P.S.: That bit about smelling like “dead people”… it left me bewildered. Maybe because I’ve never smelled a dead person and imagine it’s more like putrefaction than anything else.
This perfume smells old, like talc, like a very old lady. The Poison Eau de Toilette is simply one of the richest perfumes I’ve ever tried, but the Poison Parfum is simply horrible for me.
I’m a man and I wear it. My nose detects the almond, dry and bitter. Very rich to my taste; I like nuts and this almond is exquisite. Mixed with the licorice, wow!, it’s a bomb. I received many compliments and it projects much more when worn. I put it on at 4 pm and it’s still detectable at midnight. To me, it’s unisex, but not everyone can wear it, whether man or woman; you need personality and the ability to carry the fragrance, not the other way around. Should I recommend it? Yes. Longevity? Excellent and it projects very well.
Unlike its EDT sister, I didn’t like this one. The scent is too dry and harsh; the licorice note makes it very bitter and dominates everything, even making it somewhat unfeminine. I bought it blind and it was a mistake. I recommend testing it first. Sillage and longevity are quite potent.
This was my first imported perfume. When I went to the perfumery, it was the only one that impacted me, and after weeks, I bought it. It’s iconic, impossible to ignore, elegant, mysterious, for night, and with a lot of presence (too much, you have to know how to wear it). If you want to go unnoticed, this isn’t it. The longevity and sillage are beastly; I’d dare say it has the best sillage in my collection. It beats L’Interdit by Givenchy. A masterpiece of perfumery.
I tested it years ago in a sample and later received a dupe that smells similar. I detect a dense, boozy vanilla with a strong licorice note and some almond. It’s not one of my favorites, mind you, because it’s invasive and you need to moderate the sprays in enclosed spaces; it’s overwhelming.
Similar to the EDT but smells much stronger. If the EDT already felt slightly heavy to me, this is very heavy. The vanilla smells the same as in the EDT, but here the licorice and tonka bean take precedence, which is a plus since I don’t like overly intense vanilla. It lasts for hours; even after washing my arm twice, it was still there until it gave me a slight headache.
To me, it’s an improved version of the classic EDT: more complex, with better longevity and sillage than the reformulated one. It’s as dark as its bottle; an almond-root-berry and vanilla blend, sweetened with tonka bean, dominates this intoxicating and mysterious aroma. It makes me think of dark, gloomy fantasy forests, with a light at the end where the Hansel and Gretel witch’s house stands, made of sweets to lure children. That madness comes through. The blood-red, almost black bottle shines like a hypnotic poison. The sillage is wide for the first hour, then drops to skin-level and fades after 4 hours even when worn generously (2020 batch). I wear it at family gatherings because it conveys warmth. Totally winter, for afternoons and nights. Sometimes just looking at the bottle is enough to know the season and the occasion.
Yes, I sold it and bought it back again, just like I did with Addict. I have this obsession with Dior: I don’t even remember owning most of their other scents. Hypnotic Poison EDP smells like burnt almond gum, very particular and nothing like the EDT. The best part is that it’s neither gourmand nor overly floral; it’s balanced and perfect for night. The sensation of warming up on the skin over time is luxurious. It’s sweet with vanilla; I hope it stays and doesn’t turn me off (with this weather, I doubt it). It smells like a good witch with dark intentions.
I’ll test this on my skin because the EDT barely registered on blotter paper. At first, it’s bitter, but then I catch a whisper of woody vanilla that makes me want to know more. I’ll spray it in a few days and update the review. For now, the little I can smell, I’m giving it 8/10.