Juliette Has A Gun · 2023
Not a Perfume Gardenia
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The Story
Not a Perfume Gardenia takes the minimalist Cetalox base of the original and wraps it in a lush, creamy gardenia. It's a soliflore with depth—the gardenia feels natural and dewy, not synthetic. The Cetalox adds a clean, musky warmth that makes it last. This is for someone who wants a single flower note that feels modern and sophisticated.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
How does this compare to the original Not a Perfume?+
The original is a single-note Cetalox scent—clean and musky. This version adds a prominent gardenia, making it floral and more feminine, while keeping the same clean base.
Is this fragrance long-lasting?+
Yes, it lasts around 7 hours on skin with moderate projection. The Cetalox base helps it linger.
Is the gardenia note realistic?+
Very. It's a creamy, dewy gardenia that smells like the actual flower, not a synthetic interpretation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this compare to the original Not a Perfume?+
The original is a single-note Cetalox scent—clean and musky. This version adds a prominent gardenia, making it floral and more feminine, while keeping the same clean base.
Is this fragrance long-lasting?+
Yes, it lasts around 7 hours on skin with moderate projection. The Cetalox base helps it linger.
Is the gardenia note realistic?+
Very. It's a creamy, dewy gardenia that smells like the actual flower, not a synthetic interpretation.
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