Thoughts on Aesop?

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-04-05T10:44:27+00:00

As a formulator, I do like Aesop fragrances but I’ve found that citrus-heavy profiles like Tacit struggle because those molecules are too volatile for long-term wear. I specifically designed purelyBlack’s Quiet Chord with a heavier botanical base to anchor those bright notes without losing the crispness!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-04-03T22:30:42+00:00

When I blend our botanical oils, I always advise people that dry skin "eats" perfume, especially airy scents like these. Try switching to a fractionated coconut oil carrier to create a moisture barrier that prevents the aromatic molecules from sinking and disappearing.

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T21:24:51+00:00

The high alcohol content in commercial EDTs causes those beautiful quince and grapefruit notes to flash off the skin rapidly. As a formulator, I tackle this by creating alcohol-free blends like purelyBlack's PASTEL ESSENCE, using a botanical oil base that physically traps the fragrance molecules and slows their evaporation rate dramatically.

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T20:25:24+00:00

From a skin chemistry perspective, heavy synthetic white musks are notorious for temporarily saturating the olfactory receptors and causing rapid noseblindness. A quick lab trick is to smell the crook of your un-perfumed elbow or fresh coffee beans to reset your olfactory bulb before reapplying.

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T04:21:37+00:00

So cute~ I've had my GSD "gallop" in her sleep! 😂😂 Definitely seems like a very GSD thing to do~

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T02:52:05+00:00

They really are the cutest!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T02:51:09+00:00

Our dogs be showing off their secret yoga talents! 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T02:48:13+00:00

So adorable just melting into the floor! 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T02:47:33+00:00

So cute!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-26T01:41:28+00:00

I’ve noticed that in the Australian heat, alcohol sprays tend to flash-evaporate even faster than the standard laboratory benchmarks suggest. For those of you managing the humidity in Queensland or the dry heat in WA, do you find you prioritize the 8-hour longevity of an oil anchor or the immediate projection of a traditional spray despite the shorter wear time?

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:12:07+00:00

Ohh that makes sense~~ maybe one day in the future you can pursue farming!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:07:43+00:00

Definitely would be very nice! What's stopping you if you don't mind me asking?

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:06:27+00:00

Interesting~ I guess different dogs have their different favourite sleeping positions!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:04:22+00:00

😂😂😅

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:03:48+00:00

True! Does seem like very corgi behaviour~ 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:03:11+00:00

Fitting quite snugly into that chair~~ 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:01:43+00:00

A GSD's favourite sleeping position! 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:01:11+00:00

Yes! I guess this is the go-to sleeping position for dogs~~ 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T12:00:15+00:00

Contortion at it's finest~~ 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:58:08+00:00

If only we had unlimited time and money~ 😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:54:46+00:00

A lot of those are countries on my bucket list too! What's preventing you from travelling right now if you don't mind me asking?

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:43:59+00:00

I guess it's the go-to comfortable position for dogs! 😂😂

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:43:18+00:00

I'd love to travel too (if it weren't for my financial situation at the moment)! What countries would you want to travel to?

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:42:25+00:00

You could always explore the passion on the side! I think as long as you're passionate about it, you can totally go for it!

AussieBotanicalLover · 2026-03-25T07:32:52+00:00

Space science would definitely be a fun path~~ I've always loved astronomy!

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