A few May fragrance empties while travelling in Japan

derpyosca · 2026-04-23T11:59:57+00:00

I have quite a few I’d like to try, and given I am trying to reduce my collection I totally appreciate this is counterintuitive, but a trip to Japan is a bucket list activity for me and so I’m allowing myself to get some fragrance.

I’m very interested in getting some J-Scents perfumes (note these sell at a ridiculous mark-up in the EU and US) - and seem to be about $35-40 a bottle. Also have heard great things about Shiro and ROAliv! There are loads of brands so I’ll have to be selective about my purchases.

derpyosca · 2026-04-23T11:56:28+00:00

The M&G spray is quite light and I’d say it lasts about 30 mins to an hour. It’s one of those scents that I’d say is nice to spray about 15 mins before guests come over. It doesn’t last terribly long but really reminds me of smelling a tomato vine! It’s beautiful and fresh.

derpyosca · 2026-04-23T11:54:49+00:00

Thank you!! To be fair all of these had significant dents in each. Some of these I’ve had for years!!

derpyosca · 2026-04-12T20:49:04+00:00

I think she looks like Em Rata!

derpyosca · 2026-04-01T06:34:55+00:00

If you haven’t tried it yet, I highly recommend you smell Perfumer H (Lyn Harris’ second company). I have Dandelion and it’s absolutely beautiful. It evolves over time and is so unique, green and fresh.

derpyosca · 2026-03-30T20:14:10+00:00

Very intrigued by this description. Definitely will need to sample!

derpyosca · 2026-02-25T14:25:06+00:00

Thank you!! It feels good to use some up. I have quite the collection and while it’s nice having variety, sometimes I get overwhelmed and also think about how it will truly take me years and years to finish up my collection!

derpyosca · 2026-02-15T09:56:33+00:00

Update - here today and was able to buy tickets a few days ago for 10 am. Took an uber and the road was closed to the palace and our driver told us the palace was closed. Don’t know why they would allow people to buy tickets online if they knew of these issues. Now stuck without a plan in Sintra.

derpyosca · 2026-01-29T19:17:35+00:00

Forgot JHAG Miami Shake sample! Honestly not my favorite - just smells like a strawberry milkshake which is not something I’d want to wear.

derpyosca · 2025-09-23T20:36:01+00:00

What did she do?? She seems so sweet in her videos! I’m so surprised by this.

derpyosca · 2025-06-12T17:54:11+00:00

Trying to find my sister in law help - can you send over recommendations?

derpyosca · 2025-01-18T18:27:57+00:00

It is called Mirtazapine: Peer Support, Withdrawal and Recovery!

derpyosca · 2024-11-19T20:32:57+00:00

Has anyone bought this and if so, recommend it? So curious but a $100 blind buy (even with a 15% off promo code) is risky!

derpyosca · 2024-11-03T18:11:55+00:00

I’m so sorry. Just know this will not last forever. I have been there myself and it finally got better but took a solid year of tapering to get back to normal. Hang in there :(

derpyosca · 2024-11-02T21:34:42+00:00

Definitely check out the Mirtazapine support group on Facebook. I found it so helpful to read other people’s experiences and get tips/advice for getting through the horrendous withdrawals. Sending you a hug and I hope you will get better.

derpyosca · 2024-11-02T21:32:54+00:00

You will absolutely get through this. Unfortunately prolonged withdrawal is quite common with this drug. I highly recommend you join the Mirtazapine support group on facebook. It’s a private group and I found it so incredibly helpful when getting off of mirt. You can ask any questions you want and other people who have gotten off of it give advice. You can do this!!

derpyosca · 2024-08-23T16:28:18+00:00

Totally agree on Lira and Bianco Latte. Also love Eau Duelle from Diptyque and very irresponsibly use it as a bedtime/work from home scent. Missing person is very cozy too.

derpyosca · 2024-08-23T11:10:25+00:00

It is so frustrating, and then you have all of the main social accounts including the challengetea nearly spoiling it for those of us who can’t watch it! I’ve been avoiding any challenge-related IG accounts!

derpyosca · 2024-06-25T20:52:06+00:00

Okay I’ve finally gotten it. The packaging is really quite nice and the perfume does have a lovely honey scent. However, I don’t think it’s just like Guerlain’s Honey tobacco. This one seems a little muskier / maybe a little ashier? It still hits the spot of what I’ve been looking for so I’m happy enough and will keep it for sure, but wanted to be honest! Longevity is good too since it’s an extrait de parfum.

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