‘’ If you're obsessed with warm, spicy fragrances, This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.4 will be right up your street: Histoires de Parfums' heated, ambery scent warms you up from the outside in.’’
- Kate, Escentual Beauty Team. Why you’ll love This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.4: Spicy-amber fragrance for all genders. Long-lasting niche Eau de Parfum. Part of the Histoires de Parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle collection. Held in a matte blue bottle with abstract white detailing. What Does Histoires de Parfums 1/.4 Smell Like? Composed exclusively of natural essences & inspired by the universal principle of yin, 1/.4 Eau de Parfum feels instantly warm & spicy. Sharp, balsamic davana blends with aromatic lavender, while a hot flash of cardamom makes the fragrance feel like a slice of warm, spiced fruit cake in the middle of winter. The heart settles into a cosy ambery tone as the lunar strength of sweet ylang-ylang blends with balsamic benzoin & sweet, creamy tonka bean, before the balmy depths of leathery labdanum, earthy patchouli & spicy, warm opoponax are revealed. Top notes are Davana, Lavender, Cardamom. Heart notes are Ylang-Ylang, Tonka Bean, Benzoin. Base notes are Patchouli, Labdanum, Opoponax. Why it’s Escentual: This Histoires de Parfums fragrance honours the ancient Chinese philosophy of yin & yang, a belief that opposite forces may actually be complementary, interconnected & fit together in harmony
- despite their juxtaposing natures. 1/.4 Eau de Parfum is the perfume of yin, which is seen throughout the likes of the earth, femininity, darkness & passivity in contrast to yang, which represents heaven, masculinity, light & activity
- to name just a few. We love how This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.4 captures the elements of yin through its use of natural essences, earthy facets & the dark depths explored in its base notes. & of course, the fragrance fits in perfectly with This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.5 to offer complete yin & yang. Not only do the bottles feature the same design but with their colours flipped to recall the visualisation of this ancient Chinese philosophy, but the perfumes have actually been created with layering in mind. Just like its inspiration, 1/.4 is a standout fragrance on its own & offers a powerful richness in its own right, but it's enhanced by 1/.5 as they harmonise to unveil nature's brute strength. The Best Way To Use It: Spritz Histoires de Parfums 1/.4 directly onto your pulse points: the neck & wrists.


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'' Fresh, light & airy, This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.5 by Histoires de Parfums is a clean, crisp oceanic-floral fragrance that feels almost imaginary as you breathe it in.''
- Kate, Escentual Beauty Team. Why you'll love This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.5: Aquatic fragrance for all genders. Long-lasting niche Eau de Parfum. Part of the Histoires de Parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle collection. Held in a matte white bottle with abstract blue detailing. What Does Histoires de Parfums 1/.5 Smell Like? 1/.5 Eau de Parfum feels like a breath of fresh air in a mystical dreaml&. Inspired by the universal principle of yang, the fragrance blends a bright ozonic citrusy facet with the soft, subtle transparency of aldehyde to create a clean freshness before blending playful, light & sweet airy tones in the heart. Finally, the base warms through slightly & settles itself on your skin with musk, salty ambroxan as one final mineral wave hits. Top notes are Aldehydes, Ozonic Citrusy Accord. Heart notes are Karismal Super, Floral Fantasy. Base notes are Ambroxan, Musk T, Mineral Accord. Why it's Escentual: Composed exclusively of synthetic molecules, This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.5 is inspired by the ancient philosophy of yin & yang, the concept that two absolute opposites in nature & life can still harmonise & unite. As the yang edition, 1/.5 Eau de Parfum has a much more airy, ethereal feel compared to its yin counterpart, 1/.4, which is an altogether richer, spicier scent. We love how 1/.4 Eau de Parfum ties into the concept of yin
- which represents the likes of earth, femininity & darkness
- using deep, earthy facets composed exclusively of natural essences. Whereas, 1/.5 Eau de Parfum is composed exclusively of synthetic molecules. To us, this perfectly represents yang, which embodies the likes of heaven, maleness, light & activity. In the same way, This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.5's scent is light, airy & angelic through its fresh, clean & weightless fragrance notes, while its synthetic ingredients contrast the earthiness of 1/.4's natural tone. But as we all know, yin & yang may be polar opposites, but they somehow unite & harmonise to perfection. Both fragrances unite to honour yin & yang through their opposing designs, while they can also be layered to build upon & enhance both perfumes. The Best Way To Use It: Spritz Histoires de Parfums 1/.5 directly onto your pulse points: the neck & wrists.


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'' Bright, joyful & juicy, This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.6 is a cocktail of fresh citrus fruits mixed with crushed white florals with a sprinkling of vanilla.''
- Kate, Escentual Beauty Team. Why you'll love This Is Not A Blue Bottle 1/.6: Intoxicating citrus-floral scent for all genders. Long-lasting niche Eau de Parfum. Part of the Histoires de Parfums This Is Not A Blue Bottle collection. Held in a matte blue bottle with a vibrant orange design. What Does Histoires de Parfums 1/.6 Smell Like? If you close your eyes & breathe in 1/.6, you'll picture yourself sipping a tall glass of orange juice as you overlook a luscious Mediterranean garden bursting with gloriously creamy, sun-kissed white florals. The scent showcases a striking, sparkling opening of sweet orange, almost-aromatic grapefruit & sharp, bitter yuzu, before revealing a heady heart of fresh orange blossom, aquatic lotus & green neroli. Finally, the fragrance settles into a softer, more seductive base of sweet vanilla, white musks & earthy vetiver; it's sun-drenched summer in a bottle. Top notes are Sweet Orange, Grapefruit, Yuzu. Heart notes are Lotus, Neroli, Orange Blossom. Base notes are White Musks, Vanilla, Vetiver. Why it's Escentual: Here at Escentual, we love it when perfumes have strong, unique & interesting stories behind them
- & 1/.6 has no less than two stories behind it! As a part of the This Is Not A Blue Bottle collection, the perfume's name is derived from ' The Treachery of Images', a famous work by surrealist artist, René Magritte. The painting shows the image of a pipe above a declaration which translates from French to read, 'this is not a pipe'. Since the 1920s, this playful piece of art has been encouraging novices & art experts alike to come to the realisation that the pipe is not in fact a pipe, but a depiction of one, encouraging us to think about art, our imagination & understanding on a larger scale. In the same way that this painting challenges us, Histoires de Parfums encourage us to view the This Is Not A Blue Bottle collection as an allegory of a fragrant big bang exploding with colour & emotion, which leads us to the second element of 1/.6 Eau de Parfum's story. Inspired by Paul Eluard's love poem, ' The World Is Blue As An Orange', Histoires de Parfums 1/.6 takes a surrealistic approach to celebrate joyous love. Sparkling citruses create a feeling of evergreen love, while white florals hint at love's purity before the sensual, musky base is revealed. Even the vibrant, vivid & flamboyant flacon pays homage to this poem through its juxtaposing blue & orange design. It's fair to say that if you love joyful citruses & heady white florals that remind you of previously-forgotten summer holidays, then you'll adore 1/.6. The Best Way To Use It: Spritz Histoires de Parfums 1/.6 directly onto your pulse points: the neck & wrists.

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Olfactory elegance with a modern twist, the Houbigant Bois Mystique Eau de Parfum Spray for men is a woody fragrance that is fresh, spicy & oh-so-refined. Combining the aroma of crisp, fresh woods against a backdrop of dark spice & smokiness, Houbigant Bois Mystique captures the spirit of sitting at a roaring bonfire whilst watching the sun go down. Houbigant Bois Mystique opens with an impressive burst of ginger along with fresh bergamot & spicy accords of cardamom, pink pepper & black pepper. Aromatic cinnamon, davana & iris provide a warming yet mysterious heart, before a base of amber & woods add a lingering elegance to this sensuous eau de parfum. Why We Love It Houbigant offers over four centuries of perfumery history & with that impressive heritage, it's not surprising that they have an impressive number of iconic fragrances in their collection. Bois Mystique has all of the trappings of a modern classic; we love how its luxurious woody facets are given a distinctly modern twist of sensual spice, making it perfect for the timelessly classic man with a hint of intrigue. Works Well With If you're a fan of luxury scents, why not explore the full Houbigant collection of elegant, exquisite & innovative fragrances. You're sure to discover your next signature. Notes Top Notes: Bergamot, Neroli, Fresh Ginger Heart Notes: Davana, Pepper, Cinnamon, Iris Base Notes: Cashmere Wood, Cedar Wood, Amber ...

Fresh, charming & discreet, Houbigant Cologne Intense Eau de Parfum is a refined fragrance from start to finish. Crafted from precious materials in a classical structure, Cologne Intense arrests the senses with its elegant freshness. Only the finest raw essences available are used in tribute to the original Houbigant Cologne, which first made its mark on the world over three hundred years ago. Cologne Intense opens with bright notes of Calabrian bergamot & Sicilian lemon, enhanced with hints of Paraguayan petit grain & Moroccan neroli. Piquant notes of lavender, estragon & pink pepper highlight a heart of blooming Indian jasmine, before a precious dry down of patchouli & labdanum absolute create a resonant finale. Top Notes: Calabrian Bergamot, Sicilian Lemon, Paraguayan Petit Grain, Moroccan Neroli, Lavender, Estragon, Pink Pepper Heart Notes: Incense Superessence, Jasmine Absolute, Mate Superessence CO2 Base Notes: Patchouli, Labdanum Absolute, Amber, Oakmoss, Musk ...

Houbigant introduced Duc De Vervins in 1991; it blends citrus, aromatic woods, spices making it a sharp lavender, spicy, & amber fragrance. It is suggested for mens daywear. Notes: spices, amber, lavender, citruses & oakmoss. ...

Created by Master Perfumer Jean Claude Ellena, Essence Rare is a soft floral that dazzles with the beauty of its raw materials. It is a timeless perfume, which retains the classic French style, but clearer, more legible, more subtle & that gives pride, as in the past, to the materials; the flowers, the woods, more than to the concept. ...

The grand Houbigant Fougère Royale Eau de Parfum Spray fragrance draws inspiration from a true classic, the original Fougère Royale scent first introduced in 1882. That original scent has the momentous title of being the first fougère (fern-like) fragrance ever created, & this new interpretation revives that classic scent in an elegant & contemporary style. The scent retains its natural colouring & is composed with an incredibly high percentage (80%) of natural ingredients. Inspired by the original design by Lalique, the new Fougère Royale flacon gives a nod to contemporary styling & timeless allure. Top Notes: Bergamot, Mediterranean Herbs, Lavender, Chamomile Heart Notes: Rondeletia, Geranium, May Rose Orpur, Cinnamon, Carnation Base Notes: Amber, Oakmoss, Patchouli Orpur, Tonka Bean Orpur, Clary Sage ...

Experience supreme elegance with the Houbigant Fougère Royale Extrait de Parfum Spray, a pure perfume extract version of the Fougère Royale fragrance. The Houbigant Fougère Royale Extrait de Parfum is crafted from the finest & highest quality materials to create a fragrance with exceptional longevity & quality. Woven with the same notes of the elegant original that were first introduced in 1882, the Houbigant Fougère Royale Extrait de Parfum recalls woodlands & lush green landscapes. A sparkling cocktail of bergamot, Mediterranean herbs, lavender & chamomile stir the senses in the opening of this luxurious Extrait de Parfum. In the heart, rich geranium blends with warm, spicy nuances before tonka bean & clary sage leave their mark in the base. Top Notes: Bergamot, Mediterranean Herbs, Lavender, Chamomile Heart Notes: Rondeletia, Geranium, May Rose Orpur, Cinnamon, Clavel Base Notes: Amber, Oakmoss, Coumarin, Lentisque Absolute, Patchouli, Tonka Beans Absolute, Clary Sage Absolute ...

Discover the hidden treasure of the Houbigant Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum, a regal oriental-floral fragrance for her. Redolent of a blossoming iris field in Tuscany on a beautiful spring day, this elegant & stylish scent that withholds a sacred legacy of royalty from its main note of Iris, the symbol of aristocracy in France. The perfect accompaniment to a modern-day queen with an alluring presence, this unique composition compliments her individuality & flare with its compelling & alluring scent. Nobile notes of Lily of the valley & bergamot reign over the floral heart of iris, rose & jasmine, while the dominant base notes of sandalwood, amber & vanilla crown this oriental composition with a glorious dry down. Top Notes: Bergamot, Lily Of The Valley, Pink Pepper Heart Notes: Iris Butter, Iris Absolute, Rose Absolute, Jasmine Sambac Absolute, Ylang Ylang Essence Extra Base Notes: Sandalwood, Amber Woody Notes, Vanilla, Musk ...