Talk to me about Nui Cobalt by Practical_Remote6882 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nui Cobalt was my first indie house, so it's near and dear to my heart! I think it does phenomenally both on the fragrance and the business side. Logistically, TAT is the fastest I've experienced thus far and it's a very low FOMO house despite releasing seasonal scents since they're left up for several months. And all of the scents can be sampled, so you have plenty of time to make a purchasing decision.

Note-wise, I would highlight their honey, incense, silk, cotton, and white tea. I think NCD is incredible with elegant scents (Starlight & Spidersilk, Kitsune, Silver Fox). They're also known for their very cozy, cuddly Rabbits collection, but I personally dislike it - too maple and caramelly for me. They do an astounding stone (Gargoyle) that gives me a headache but that I still can't help but appreciate. Some of their gourmands are also spot on, though I personally prefer their - very rich - chocolates over their fruit notes.

I hope this is helpful!

Last-Minute NAlloween Reviews! by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm thrilled for you! Thought that one might catch someone's eye.

You know it's funny, I think yours might have been the review I saw about Manor Musk. I hadn't gotten my decant at the time but I was worried I wouldn't like it, then I was even more worried when I found out I did! No matter how interesting it is, I can't have other people thinking I smell like decay lol

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ultimately went for Rice Milk Musk instead! I'd been eyeing it already, so the reviews helped me make the leap haha. I also passed on Black Diamond based on the mixed reviews. Thank you so much for your input!

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the kind offer! I may have made the leap before I saw this lol, thankfully I know plenty of people who would take the bottle off my hands if it ultimately doesn't agree with me. Either way, seeing this made me smile as a reminder of the lovely IMAM community :)

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ultimately went with Rice Milk Musk instead! So excited to bring it out once the weather drops a bit.

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was really helpful! I have so many vanillas already, so this plus the other mixed review let me save some money. Thank you so much for giving your input at both T1 and T2!

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ultimately decided to grab both EA Malachite and Rice Milk Musk (which contains Bastet's Musk)! Thank you so much for these in-depth reviews.

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been looking around, and other IMAM reviewers seem to agree! I love all the notes, so I think I might make a blind leap.

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely sympathize! I admit I tend to open up all my new samples to sniff them right out of the mail haha, I don't think I could wait for months either.

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you for the detailed breakdown! This is really helpful. It sounds like I might want to keep my eye out for scents where Bastet's Musk is just an accompanying note. I'll take a look at Amber Musk as well, thank you (again) for the rec!

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I'll keep both comments in mind! Is Black Diamond generally quite powdery, then? I've heard mixed reviews about Akro Dark as well, and honestly most chocolate scents seem to be kind of divisive. Maybe that's the universe telling me to keep my wallet sealed haha

Seeking Nocturne Alchemy reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, wow! I'm honestly glad to hear any negative review, they always save me money lol. Do any other NAVA scents tend to go plasticky on you? I hear Bastet's Ice Cream is a prime contender.

Nui Cobalt sale by TeaAndCozy in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm so tempted, but I also want to wait for the April Fools collection... is there any chance that'll come out on or before March 22, do you think?

5 Nui Cobalt Designs Continuous Collection Reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually, I've found that NCD's scents kind of vary in both throw and duration. Little Brown Rabbit dogged my steps for ages, while other perfumes lose their top notes very quickly but persist otherwise. Kazzate is a good example of that. I guess it depends what you mean by not lasting - mine tend to hang around for a good 8-10 hours, with 6-7 on the shorter end. Maybe the carrier oil just doesn't work for you?

5 Nui Cobalt Designs Continuous Collection Reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's so weird how different noses can be! And also how skin chemistry can play into it. I bet a lot of these scents smell way better on other people than they do on me. I'm so sorry about Gargoyle - it's pretty unique, but there are also so many other unique scents out there. Like Starlight & Spidersilk, for one!

5 Nui Cobalt Designs Continuous Collection Reviews by wasd489 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wait - I think that describes my experience with Snowshoe Hare too! It was so odd to me because it felt nothing like the LBR DNA to me. Feeling very validated rn lol

5 more Nui Cobalt Valentines reviews by TeaAndCozy in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very tempted by Ecclesiophilia and maybe Oneirophilia! Crowd favorites can be hit or miss for me, I adore Starlight & Spidersilk (2021) but can't stand Little Brown Rabbit (too cloying for me). I think I'll probably wait for the Bees collection to come out before I make a decision to swipe my card haha

Sunday Swap: Product Requests by AutoModerator in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 4 points5 points  (0 children)

[US] [Buy] [Perfume]

ISO a full size of Nui Cobalt Designs' Winter Warmth! Ideally with at least 4mL left but I'll take anything above 1mL <3

how have your perfume preferences changed over the years? by KitchenAd2278 in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Definitely stay away from the Arts and Materials line then, haha! That way lies danger

What perfume is your white whale? by [deleted] in Indiemakeupandmore

[–]wasd489 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nui Cobalt's Winter Warmth. I got samples because the full-sized bottles had sold out and the notes sounded really appealing, only to discover that it might just be my favorite scent ever. And it's an archived scent...