Atelier Cologne Pomelo Paradis—and Notes on Grapefruit Perfumes
Andy on his favorite grapefruit perfumes (with a review of Atelier Cologne Pomélo Paradis).
When I feel tired, fresh grapefruit able to work magic on lifting a mental fog. And to that end, Atelier Cologne Pomélo Paradis opens up promisingly—for a few moments when I first apply, I’m in a fantasy of my own, inhaling the scent of seaside citrus groves, jasmine, and herbs in the salt air. The grapefruit note is refreshing and vivid, made sweeter by a honeysuckle-like accent. A light touch of minty herbs keeps the citrus cool and clean.
However, the wholesome cleanliness of Pomélo Paradis becomes bland as time wears on. For a citrus cologne, the lasting power is fine, but nowhere near as good as that of Orange Sanguine or Cedrat Enivrant, the two other citrus-centric fragrances that Atelier Cologne fans will already know. What’s more, Pomélo Paradis is thin and reminiscent of cheap soap. For all its initial sparkle, the perfume falls flat in a matter of minutes.
Peter in Recommend Me a Perfume : September 2020: Hello Ninon. Alas, I have only a small amount left. I’ve been curious about Nina’s recommendation of La Myrrhe (Victoria gives it a great review). The bell jar is available… September 24, 2020 at 7:03pm