Ilía Ser by Natura

Red roses and vanilla with a metallic touch that I absolutely love. I wear it on cold or rainy days; it inspires sensuality but also light and the warmth of a hug. I like it for personal enjoyment, though it’s not bad for a night date either. It’s an oriental scent that radiates majesty.

I don’t recommend it; for me, it’s a 0/10. It smells like vanilla, but not sweet—bitter and very strong, with an atrocious amber. I didn’t identify anything else; I bought it blindly because they said it was pure vanilla, but it surprised me for the worse. It smells like a very old lady and is very strong; there was no way it would go away even after washing myself 200 times, and it made my stomach turn. I gave it away; for me, it’s a resounding no.

I love it; it’s one of my favorites from Ilía. I bought it from my consultant who found it abandoned in her stock and offered it to me at a great price. The main notes I sense are the base with vanilla, patchouli, and creamy amber; the floral phase is also creamy. Very night-time and for special occasions, but I wear it during the day because I’m a show-off. I’ve received many compliments.

What a delightful surprise to find a great perfume like this in Natura’s catalog. For my nose, it’s 95% similar to a Guerlain perfume I love that is discontinued: Shalimar Parfum Initial. Some also compare it to Shalimar EDP, but it’s more like the Initial (I own and love both). The only difference is the lavender in the opening (though it’s very subtle in Ilía) and perhaps that it lacks the earthiness of the vetiver present in SPI; on the other hand, SPI has more evolution and defined facets, but I can’t distinguish them in the dry-down. I don’t find it similar to Far Away Royale or Hypnotic Poison. Among current scents, I’d say it’s in the line of Rochas Byzance (in the line, not identical), but it’s extremely similar to Shalimar Parfum Initial.

Dry, woody vanilla. It’s not sweet at all; in my opinion, it works well on mature skin. If you like strong, vanilla scents without too much sweetness, this is perfect for you. I didn’t like the opening when I first tried mine, but after half an hour, I started to enjoy it. The trail is good, perfect for cool nights.

Wow. I was impressed. My cousin, my mom, and my aunt were amazed by its exquisite aroma. It’s a very present vanilla, very seductive yet elegant, nothing vulgar. Truly a delicious scent. I had doubts since there are comments saying not everyone likes it, but honestly, I can’t imagine anyone who wouldn’t like it. It’s so good. If you like sweet, vanilla, and sensual aromas, then this perfume is for you. Applause.

💞Ooohhh it’s exquisite 💜💜💜 Super sweet, vanilla, and amber with an amazing gourmand touch, my favorite Natura perfume 💚. If you like Christian Dior’s Hypnotic Poison, you’ll love it..💯 A delicious madness 💓 One-way trip 🥰

The vanilla feels too much; it’s liquor-like, and honestly, I bought it because I loved its purple sibling. I’m 21, and personally, I find it very strong, very adult due to its warmth and character.

Ilia Ser Natura is sweet, creamy, vanilla-forward, elegant, and warm—perfect for cold weather. It’s very similar to Hypnotic Poison, which is creamier, sweeter, and sexier. Scent: 10, Packaging: 9, Projection: 9, Sillage: 8. Would I buy it again? No, I prefer Hypnotic Poison because it lasts longer and smells sweeter. As soon as you spray it, you get creamy sweet vanilla with a hint of coconut (not listed) that’s noticeable. You won’t smell much floral; it’s pure dessert vanilla with a caramel touch. Try it on your skin before buying, just in case 😉

I saw it on a year-end sale and headed straight to FragranceNet to check the notes and reviews because Natura’s are usually too vague. Seeing it had vanilla and cumaru, my favorite notes, I thought nothing could go wrong, and indeed, it’s perfect for me. I put it on at 11 am and it’s 11 pm now, and I can still smell it. I agree with some others: it feels creamy, powdery, very warm, with that vintage vanilla they mention. It’s a rare type of vanilla these days. It reminds me of Kiss Sexy from Halloween. As they say, it’s similar to Hypnotic Poison. It’s not cloying; if you like vanilla, you’ll love it. I’m super happy with my purchase. Thanks to the reviews, I could decide. 🥰

It’s a delight, like if Hypnotic Poison and Montblanc Signature had a lovingly made child. A really great surprise from this Illia line. In Mexico, it’s called Illia, so buy it!

It’s a vanilla explosion that envelops, intoxicates, and lasts at least eight hours with high intensity. In the opening, I don’t smell lavender, maybe a very faint bergamot, but vanilla always dominates. Among the florals, I could detect a minimal touch of jasmine invaded by that powerful vanilla alongside undefined amber and spices. The scent boils down to vanilla and amber; I consider it ideal for cold temperatures on any occasion. I love vanilla, and so far it’s the most complete one from Natura. In short, it’s muuuy rich, and although it has high projection and smells like a pastry, I don’t find it problematic. I recommend it to all lovers of this aroma; you’ll be very happy with just a few sprays.

This ‘Ser’ or ‘Tú’ lives up to its name because opinions are wildly split; I think it depends on your skin and personality. For me, it’s right in the middle: creamy and dry, sweet and bitter, sensual yet distant. It’s like the midpoint between a poison and a cure. I absolutely love it.

A gem in Natura’s portfolio: a vintage-school vanilla that’s dry, toasted, and dark, far from today’s sweet and pastry-like trends. The entire scent revolves around it. The opening is super vintage, perhaps due to that hint of lavender that isn’t the classic Mon Guerlain note, giving it a retro vibe. Then it moves through a floral phase before settling into a solid base of amber, benzoin, cumaru, and vanilla that sound like one single block. Sometimes it reminds me of Kenzo Tiger for that warm, moderate spicy tone. It’s a fragrance with its own identity, no-nonsense, and worth trying for the great work by Verónica Kato and Natura’s bold move.