Maja

33 reseñas

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• Modadicta

  January 11, 2015

  

  1921?? Am I reading this right? Because this perfume came out the same year as Chanel No. 5, it’s older than I thought. It’s my mother’s scent during these winter months when it smells richest. She wears it every day, and a 50ml bottle gifted to her a couple of years ago is almost empty. What I notice most is the clove, the star of the fragrance. The allspice notes aren’t as intense, but they hold their own. You can detect rose, lavender, patchouli, and geranium. It smells slightly sweet, a bit powdery, with a spicy touch—a little bit of everything, just how I like it. Despite its age, it doesn’t feel old or outdated today. It suits any age, warm, sensual, and feminine… and for an EDT, it lasts as long as it should. And you know what’s best? It’s super affordable, and better yet, it doesn’t smell cheap at all. It doesn’t irritate or overwhelm the wearer; on the contrary, I think it’s even comforting, or maybe that’s just because my mom wears it? I’m not sure. Without a doubt, it’s one of those must-try affordable perfumes. For my mom, I suppose it will become a fragrance she’ll always want to keep. I plan to gift her one soon; she loves it, and so do I 🙂

• Modadicta

  January 17, 2015

  

  1921?? Am I reading that right? If so, it launched at the same time as Chanel No. 5, making it older than I imagined. It’s my mom’s scent right now, especially in winter when it smells richer. She wears it every day and is about to finish a 50ml bottle gifted to her a couple of years ago. The first thing I notice is the clove, the star of the fragrance. The allspice isn’t as intense but still holds its own. You can detect rose, lavender, patchouli, and geranium. It smells slightly sweet, a bit powdery, and spiced—just a little bit of everything, which is how I like it. Despite its age, it doesn’t look old or outdated. It suits any age, warm, sensual, and feminine… and even as an EDT, it lasts its due. And guess what’s the best part? It’s super affordable, and better yet, it doesn’t smell cheap at all. It doesn’t irritate or overwhelm the wearer; on the contrary, I think it even comforts them, or maybe that’s because my mom wears it? I don’t know. Without a doubt, it’s one of those affordable perfumes you can’t miss and must smell at least once. For my mom, I suppose it’s a fragrance she’ll always want to keep. I plan to gift her one soon; she loves it, and so do I 🙂

• johnholmes

  July 9, 2015

  

  It will always remind me of my chacha, who smelled exactly like this, or maybe ‘Black Tulip’.

• charlotinable

  September 16, 2016

  

  Just bought it and I absolutely love it on my skin. It’s pleasant and understated yet noticeable. Elegant and delicious; I’m gifting it to my mom who adores it, and then I’ll buy one for myself. A true classic.

• Espartaco

  December 3, 2016

  

  The Maja hand soap is one of the most delicious things I’ve ever tried, one of those items that with modern packaging, striking typography, and good marketing could sell out at Colette to scare off the moderns. Maja is the best. Joya is also the best; I love walking down the street in winter and passing three or four elderly women fresh from mass, smelling the effluvium of Joya multiplied by four. However, I see its use as more restrictive; it’s a scent that’s too maternal, tender, pretty, very pleasant, but less versatile. Maja is the opposite: a fairly versatile and very seductive perfume with a mischievous touch that never fully defines itself. It’s feminine but not cheesy, with a shadowy note that fascinates me in women’s perfumes. I love it. There are women’s perfumes I adore but wouldn’t wear out in public; however, whenever I find them, I always put a little blush on my cheeks. Chanel No. 5 is one, and Maja is another. Purely for enjoyment. I’m not too chauvinistic when defending popular Spanish perfumes, if I am. I’d never say anything good about Varón Dandy. But Maja? It defends itself all on its own. You just have to try it.

• Selene

  December 9, 2016

  

  ‘All the flowers of Spain in a single perfume’ was a very clever advertising phrase, but in my opinion, they fell short. Maja not only embodies the beauty of the best carnation garden in Spain, but it also possesses a passionate, characterful, and mystical side, just like the movements and elegance of a Maja. Here is the direct influence of the person who would later become another oriental of excellent level and planetary fame: Tabu by Dana. Then it was Maja who inspired it, and in turn, inspired all the great orientals that came in the following decades: Youth Dew, Opium, etc. Maja and Tabu are sisters, not copies or distant relatives, but sisters of the same father named Jean Carles, who confessed both perfumes for different Spanish brands. Comparing the two essences, clearly the DNA is the same, but they are different; I feel Tabu is more dramatic, overwhelming, and lustful, while Maja is passionate but more delicate and refined. In Maja, the lavender note (very subtle, not too prominent but adding complexity and distinction), combined with nutmeg, is what gives it other dimensions that Tabu lacks, even though they are from the same family. A gem from the Myrurgia house, this review is about the old lotion with the Maja drawing on the bottle; the latest version smells like cheap shampoo, not worth the time to lose. I always defend reformulations, but in this case, they ruined it completely.

• Espartaco

  December 15, 2016

  

  The Maja hand soap is the most delicious thing I’ve ever tried, one of those items that with a modern package and good marketing could be sold at Colette to amaze the current crowd. Maja is the milk. Joya is also a gem; I love walking the streets in winter and smelling Joya multiplied by four on the older ladies coming out of church. However, its use is more restrictive: it’s too maternal, tender, pretty, very pleasant, but less versatile. Maja is the opposite: quite versatile and very seductive, with an undefined mischievous touch. It’s feminine but not cheesy, with a shady note that fascinates me. There are perfumes I adore but wouldn’t wear out, yet if I find them, I always put a little on my wrist. Chanel No. 5 is one, Maja another. Purely for the joy of it. I’m not too chauvinistic defending popular Spanish perfumes, but I am. I’d never say anything good about Varón Dandy. But Maja? It defends itself all on its own. You just have to try it.

• VainillaDulce

  July 9, 2017

  

  Maja proves once again that cheap doesn’t mean bad. It’s a beauty of carnations with sparks of cloves, roses, geraniums, and lavender over a nut base. It enchants and seduces: a feminine perfume with character, discreet sensuality, and an exoticism that knocks you out without you even realizing it. It’s a classic with a captive audience; its beauty is undeniable. I’ve bought several bottles over the years; no matter how much time passes, I always come back to it. It’s been used in my family for generations; it suits any occasion and always looks good. It’s a subtle oriental that never overpowers, and every time I smell it, memories flood back. I wish it lasted longer on the skin; its longevity and sillage are moderate to soft. Maja, please, never disappear.

• Josesan

  August 24, 2017

  

  Would anyone dare say they hate Mozart because it’s for grandparents and you should listen to Miley Cyrus? Would anyone think ‘Las Meninas’ is a boring old people’s thing because everyone is old with those laughing wrinkles and what’s cool is watching a Japanese manga? Is there anyone capable of saying ‘Don Quixote’ is a historical dud for old folks and what cool kids like is ‘Twilight’? Well, neither Chanel No. 5 is for grandmas, nor Monsieur Chanel for grandpas, nor Youth Dew for yayas, nor Agua Brava for old people. And certainly not MAJA by MYRurgia for mummies of various calibers. MAJA is from 1921, and if you look closely, it’s frankly nothing compared to authentic vintage from Pharaonic Egypt; the Sumerians of the 4th century BC; the perfumes the slaves of Popea sprayed on their bodies, spilling from mouths full of fragrance; or the ointment with which Lazarus’s sister anointed Jesus of Nazareth’s feet. I wouldn’t give anything to buy the Acqua Della Regina that Renato Bianco created for Queen Catherine de’ Medici based on lily of the valley on eBay! What souls of mine would I offer to Mephistopheles for a little bottle on Amazon of Queen Cleopatra’s personal perfume made from Nile water lily, hyacinth, papyrus, angelica, myrrh, cinnamon, sandalwood, iris, and heliotrope! MAJA is perfectly usable today by men and women and retains, even in its current version, that opening based on carnation and rose that gives it a singular appeal. Its warm and sensual character comes from sweet patchouli and nutmeg. In its evolution, carnation and rose remain always present, but occasionally flashes of lavender appear. It’s a warm and soft perfume that doesn’t retain the notes of primitive versions based on cinnamon, civet, incense, leather, and pepper. Unfortunately, none of these notes appear in the current version, which is softer, simpler, and more linear, but in return, makes it very unisex and wearable at any time and place. It’s still sold on many websites, and its price is unbeatable. Highly recommended for tight budgets. SCENT: 8 Sillage: Medium Longevity: Medium Performance: Medium

• Josesan

  August 26, 2017

  

  Would anyone dare say Mozart is for grandparents and we should listen to Miley Cyrus? That Las Meninas is boring because the old people look ridiculous in those laugh lines and what’s cool is a Japanese manga? That Don Quixote is garbage for old folks while teenagers love Twilight? Well, Chanel No. 5 isn’t for grandmas, Monsieur Chanel isn’t for the elderly, Youth Dew isn’t for moms, and Agua Brava isn’t for grandpas. Nor is MAJA by Myrurgia for mummies of all sorts. MAJA dates back to 1921, which, if you look closely, is practically nothing compared to authentic Egyptian pharaonic vintage, Sumerian scents from the 4th century BC, perfumes slave girls of Poppea sprayed on their bodies, or the ointment used by Lazarus’s sister to anoint Jesus’s feet. I’d give anything to buy the Acqua Della Regina Renato Bianco created for Queen Catherine de’ Medici on eBay! I’d sell any soul to Mephistopheles for a bottle of Queen Cleopatra’s personal perfume on Amazon. MAJA is perfectly usable today by men and women and retains even in its current version that blend of clove and rose that gives it a unique charm. Its warm, sensual character comes from a sweet patchouli and nutmeg. In its evolution, clove and rose remain ever-present, with occasional flashes of lavender appearing. It’s a warm, soft fragrance that doesn’t hold the notes of primitive versions based on cinnamon, civet, leather, and pepper. Unfortunately, none of those notes appear in the current version, which is softer, simpler, and more linear, but in exchange makes it very unisex and wearable at any time and place. It’s still sold on many websites at an unbeatable price. Highly recommended for tight budgets. SCENT: 8 TRAIL: MEDIUM LONGEVITY: MEDIUM PERFORMANCE: MEDIUM

• claudia790823

  November 26, 2017

  

  A guy laughed at girls for smelling like Myrurgia and Charisma, calling it pretentious and full of the society-induced complex that something accessible is inferior to something expensive. I’ve moved past that; at my age, I can say I absolutely love Maja. I loved wearing it when my grandmother used it so much that I gifted it to my aunt, and I have no problem using it myself even though I’m young. A fragrance like this isn’t a fleeting trend or a classic; it’s a staple for smelling fresh, clean, and tasteful without spending a fortune.

• LunaVioletteLoveheart

  December 27, 2017

  

  The first perfume that entered my life. The first one I didn’t say ‘but’ to. The first one I used blindly with little olfactory experience. The one that taught me the impact of a scent in memory. And the one I didn’t use for compliments but to remember someone I never met. I was 3 years old when I found a bottle of Maja in my mother’s dressing table. She said it was her mother’s perfume, my grandmother’s. She passed away on Three Kings Day, months after my birth. My mother says my grandmother longed to meet me, and I remember her a lot. As she told me things about her, I felt the need to know her and thought the best way would be through her scent. Shortly before dying, she was gifted a Maja set: perfume, soap, talc. They were almost intact, and I used them all. Maybe my review isn’t objective, but I hope the perspective of that young nose helps choose or rate. I had never perceived a perfume so relevant. I couldn’t forget how it smelled, and I don’t think I ever will. The scent tattooed itself on me like my own name. Talc-heavy. Warm. Spiced. Maternal. Elegant. Distinguished. Ripe. Velvety. Unforgettable. The first words upon smelling it. It was enveloping, like a mother’s hug. It made me feel at home. It provoked me to embody those adjectives. In my nose, the scent of cloves, rose, and carnation stayed better. I could even say incense. The longevity was prolonged, and the trail doesn’t need to be scandalous; whether weak or moderate, it’s perfect for its essence. I think Maja is underestimated. It’s sophisticated and accessible. I, being somewhat picky, had a huge impact. Don’t let yourselves be fooled by prejudices. At least once, you must give it a chance 🙂

• LunaVioletteLoveheart

  January 1, 2018

  

  The first perfume that entered my life. The first one without a ‘but’. The one I wore blindly even though my nose barely existed in the world. The one that taught me the impact of a scent on memory. And the one I didn’t wear to attract compliments but to remember someone I never met. I recall being about 3 years old when I found a bottle of Maja in my mom’s vanity. She told me it was her mother’s personal perfume, my grandmother. She passed away on Epiphany, just a few months after I was born. My mom says my grandmother longed to meet me and reminded me so much of her. Since she told me so many things about her, I felt the need to know her, thinking the best way to understand her was through her scent. Shortly before she died, she was gifted a Maja set: perfume, soap, and powder. They were almost intact, and I used them all. Maybe my review of Maja isn’t very objective, but I hope the perspective of that young nose helps you choose or rate it. I had never perceived a perfume… or had I, but it wasn’t relevant enough to remember… but this one was. I couldn’t forget how it smelled, and I don’t think I ever will. The scent got tattooed on me like my own name. Powdery. Warm. Spiced. Maternal. Elegant. Distinguished. Mature. Velvety. Unforgettable. Those were the first words that came to mind when I smelled it. It was an enveloping scent, like a mother’s hug. A scent that made me feel at home. And a scent that made me embody the mentioned adjectives. My nose kept the scent of cloves, rose, and carnation best. I could even say incense. Its longevity was quite prolonged, and the trail didn’t need to be loud. Whether weak or moderate, it’s perfect for its essence. I think Maja is underestimated by many. But the truth is, it’s a very sophisticated scent at an accessible price. I, who can be quite picky about certain perfumes, had a huge impact with this one. Don’t let prejudices fool you. At least once in your life, you should give it a chance 🙂

• larilara

  January 3, 2018

  

  To me, Maja is a classic perfume; I smelled it as a child, it reminds me of an expensive soap with a rose scent, a smell of an elegant lady. I like it much more than other ‘modern’ fragrances.

• sheilamarierodzz1989

  February 24, 2018

  

  1921 and it smells so rich 🙂 Not suitable for prejudiced noses 😛 PS: I’m young 😀

• LARGION

  June 19, 2018

  

  Sometimes I use Maja without fear of saying it. On my skin, no one believes it’s for a lady. It’s probably the carnation (associated with masculinity) and its seat in noble, dry essences like nutmeg, patchouli, and lavender. The rose is very discreet. A wonderful and balanced union where they don’t fight; all stand out in their measure. Little longevity, that’s true, in the current version. I remember as a child my grandmother’s dressing table with that old, flattened bottle, black screw cap. It was more intense and talc-heavy, perhaps for other tastes of the era. This fragrance is mandatory for anyone wanting to start in the perfume world.

• Casablanca77

  March 30, 2019

  

  Maja Myrurgia EDP limited edition (Corte Inglés). Looking for something fresh for summer or spring on cheap shelves, I stumbled upon this. Upon picking it up, I remembered it said ‘spiced oriental.’ I grabbed it carefully, fearing a wild, overpowering perfume, and found something very different instead. How beautiful. This is a bronzed, working woman in her patio with geraniums, carnations, sun, and life. The simplicity of the flowers in my neighbors’ pots intoxicated me. It’s a floral that spices subtly and elegantly on the skin; it doesn’t smell old or like a grandma; it smells like a woman, a made-and-right woman. She’s a simple woman, from the countryside, from her home, from her things, the kind who laughs and doesn’t see problems. I wouldn’t recommend it to just anyone; you have to try it because it lives in its time, but don’t be afraid. It’s a divine spiced floral, with simplicity and elegance that few have today. It deserves to be on affordable shelves because it is, it’s simple, doesn’t want status, prefers being with authentic people not loaded with nonsense, and just wants to smell good.

• Haruna

  January 21, 2020

  

  Years ago, a Spanish friend said this was the ‘most horrible perfume in the world,’ a rare comment for me. As a child, I asked for this from my dad and loved it; I imagined it as a foresty, damp scent with mossy stones and hay, plus the bottle’s doll was gorgeous. My dad always bought it for me and rewarded me with soap. I tried it again as an adult; I liked its unisex style, it has sweet notes like flower nectar, the longevity is good, and once again, I had a nice trip to a forest. You can see this cologne in stores and pharmacies, especially at year’s end. I didn’t know it was so old and never thought it was the ‘ugliest scent in the world’.

• Haruna

  January 29, 2020

  

  Thanks for the info on Carmen Tórtola de Valencia, the Dame De Noir. I found some nice photos and read about her life. I love works by Pío Baroja, especially The Tree of Science and Laura, so I got excited about this lady admired by him and who seems impressive. Besides, the image matters a lot in promoting a scent; it adds ideals and symbolism to something as abstract as perfumery. Cheers.

• Punk77

  March 31, 2020

  

  Back in February, I bought a 50ml EDP in a black bottle. I kept it for cold weather because my grandmother, mother, and wife didn’t like it. I wanted to smell it and decided to use it myself. The first time, I miscalculated and almost vomited (I sprayed more than 15 times; they come out sparingly). It’s floral and spaced out. At first, it smells strongly of carnation and clove; I don’t notice the nutmeg that I like, but it must be there. After half an hour, it smells like very ripe fruit, like a smashed plum; I don’t know what it is, but I love it. I enjoyed it in the cold because it gives a sensation of warmth and coziness. I didn’t finish using it because the heat rose in February. When the cold returns, I’ll use it again. It lasts 8-10 hours on clothes. The rose and patchouli accord reminds me of Antaeus.

• Pplu

  July 10, 2020

  

  Narcotic, addictive, opulent… a thousand adjectives fit this broth that seems like a master formula kept in a museum. It could have inspired Opium; they share something with a 50-year gap. Cloves, carnation, an animal blend. Strong, potent, and huge at first, but it calms down with time. That said, it’s not eternal; it lasts about 6-8 hours and then fades. If you like opulent fragrances and can grab this old version, do it; it won’t disappoint you.

• Ramona

  December 26, 2020

  

  I absolutely love Maja, even though the first thing you smell is geranium and carnations—scents that used to make me gag as a child. But here, they hook me. I notice a bit of roughness in the EDT, something raw in the florals that doesn’t happen in the talc or soap, so I prefer the latter. Still, I like it. To me, Maja smells like a classy, pretty, good, and honest woman. In contrast, things like Angel or its Mercadona clone, Codizia, smell like decadence, like being half-naked on gold cushions smoking a hookah. I am a heartthrob of decadence. EDIT: The freshness I notice now is probably due to the current version, which is much clearer and has a beautiful bottle. What a pity I can’t try the old, opulent one; it would have undoubtedly captivated me more.

• xelkor

  December 14, 2021

  

  Hi! This review is based on a recently acquired bottle, so I can’t speak to the vintage version (I’d love to try it someday). Maja is a perfume with a unique, beautiful, and extremely feminine scent. The bottle and box feel very well-made; the box’s distinctive pattern aligns perfectly with what the bottle hints at and the scent reveals. If you want to know the official notes, I invite you to check the Maja España website, as sites like Fragrantica list notes for the classic 1920s version. I’ll tell you what I personally perceive and how it smells on me. To start, it’s an explosively floral and talcum scent. Speaking of talcum, the soaps, talcum, and gels from the same line smell identical to the EDT, just in case you’ve already tried something from the line so you know what to expect. Maja begins bright and luminous, with an aldehydic, floral, and metallic brightness typical of geranium (I love this note), accompanied almost equally by heavily powdered red rose and, to a lesser extent, lavender. Over time, these three flowers blend into one, offering nuances of all three, perhaps with the rose slightly dominant, until they become practically indistinguishable. Once it dries down, as expected, that floral trifecta remains alongside the talcum, which never fades or loses intensity in any stage. It’s here that it becomes slightly woody and very lightly earthy, with nuances of both patchouli and clove. In its current version, Maja feels like a hit for any climate or season. I’d highlight spring and autumn as the best, though while I see it as more of a daytime scent, I’m sure it would perform well at night too. I think it’s an excellent choice as a signature fragrance (daily wear) for any woman who loves floral, classic, and oriental scents but with a slightly refreshed vibe. Unisex? No, Maja could be the most feminine fragrance I’ve ever smelled. That’s all I need to say. If you want to see more related content, check out my YouTube channel: Perfúmate Con JL.

• Lux

  July 19, 2022

  

  What a historical marvel. Clove through the roof with flowers at an aromatic temperature very similar to Bal à Versailles. I understand the connection to Opium, although this perfume speaks a different dialect, closer, warmer, and more oriental. I can’t stop thinking about the MAGNO soap while smelling this fragrance. I love that scent; clean, spicy, aromatic, woody-floral dark cedar. A great discovery that makes me happy it’s still working (especially in soap bars) at a drugstore-perfumerie in my hometown. Addictive on the skin.

• Xol

  August 1, 2022

  

  I love its scent and longevity; few fragrances last more than two hours on my skin, but Maja lasts over six. I like that there’s matching soap and talc to be completely enveloped in the fragrance—something perfume manufacturers no longer do. The Maja cream doesn’t have that captivating scent, so I don’t use it. My mom used to wear Maja; I hope future generations get to experience it too.

• Lux

  August 1, 2022

  

  What a historical marvel! Loads of clove with flowers, at an aromatic temperature very similar to Bal à Versailles. I get the connection to Opium, though this perfume speaks a different dialect—closer, warmer, and more oriental. I can’t stop thinking about the MAGNO soap when smelling this fragrance. I love that scent; it’s a clean, spicy, aromatic, dark wood-floral with cedar. A great discovery that I’m glad is still working (especially in soap bars) at a drugstore in my hometown. It’s addictive on the skin.

• FlordeLis

  January 19, 2023

  

  Maja is, without a doubt, one of those perfumes I have so much affection for and that bring me thousands of memories. I haven’t smelled the current version, but… how could I forget? I remember it as a beautiful spicy floral, though perhaps a bit sharp back then for my child’s nose. It smelled of cloves and carnations. Of geranium and nutmeg. Of patchouli and moss… It smelled like my grandmother ❤️

• Zamfielis

  April 13, 2023

  

  I just bought it, despite reviews suggesting it’s similar to Opium. Nope, not even close. It opens with aldehydic notes reminiscent of Chanel No. 5, but more akin to Avon’s Imari. After a few minutes, a spiced fruity aroma emerges, similar to Imari but spicier and fruitier. It finishes with a spiced floral. It reminds me a lot of Avon’s Imari but is spicier and lasts longer. Don’t buy it expecting Opium, not even remotely. If you like Imari, you’ll definitely love this.

• Soyfemenina

  April 14, 2023

  

  When I was 14, my dad gave me a Maja case. I remember it was a perfume with a diamond-shaped bottle, greenish-yellow liquid, a long white powder compact, and soap. The scent was totally different from today’s Maja; the old one was exquisite. At that age, I loved Maja—it had a rich, fresh, powdery aroma and was long-lasting. The powder compact smelled amazing from meters away, even just wearing the soap. Everything has changed. Maja isn’t what it used to be, but I hold fond memories of it. The downside was that everyone smelled like Maja, Tabu, or Avon’s Charisma. The wealthiest women wore Chanel No. 5 and Caron—at least that was the case here in PR. If that original early-time Maja perfume were available now, I’d wear it! ❤️

• Raf

  June 22, 2024

  

  Seduction, passion, roses, and other precious flowers set against a mystical backdrop created by leather, geranium, tobacco, and benzoin. The rose note is excellent. I imagine myself in a private garden bath at midnight, surrounded by noble flowers, with a sensual and mysterious vibe. Totally unisex, no hesitation in saying that.

• Plantasia

  September 30, 2024

  

  I absolutely love this fragrance, except for the tobacco note. Some might say I’m crazy, but to my nose, it gives a slight whiff of Jo Malone’s English Pear & Freesia.

• KohlEyedNessie

  December 2, 2025

  

  I bought a version a few years ago, and I have no idea how the original 1921 formulation will be, which I’d love to try. This Maja seems very vintage and romantic, and I can perfectly imagine it on one of the ladies from Downton Abbey (probably Edith), but we just don’t quite click. On the first spray, it smells soapy, and I wish that impression lasted longer (I love soapy and clean perfumes), but soon it becomes very floral with a slightly spicy edge; then the floral intensity fades and the clove becomes more noticeable, until it folds in on itself completely, leaving a rose trail right at the skin, almost undetectable after about three hours. Curiously, it has brought me quite a few compliments. When I first wore it, I felt it had little presence, but it’s better not to let that impression rule and to spray carefully: I’ve proven that if you overdo the spray, this perfume descends the stairs before you do.

• Maho Shonen

  December 19, 2025

  

  Classics never go out of style. All the beautiful memories I have of my grandmother are always accompanied by these fragrances, and because of that emotional connection, this one feels like a hug. Now, it’s true that classics are safe, low-risk, and a bit ‘oldie’. This fragrance is just like that, but in a positive way: not old, classic; not boring, refined. I think its warm notes, the spice touch, and the sense of density it gives it that special timeless touch. I use it exclusively for sleeping, and it’s one of my favorite parts of my nighttime ritual.