Orange Blossom Absolute

If you are not overly fond of the this Orange Blossom Absolute then try the Orange Blossom Abs - Fine which has significantly more floral sweetness and is more "orangeish." A synthetic accord can't touch either of these in my opinion. Another alternative would be Eden's Morrocan Neroli - organic which wears nicely sweet and is every bit as beautiful in its own right.

Review by No synthetic replacement 1/29/2017

I always hate to disagree with other reviewers who truly enjoy a product, but this must not be the scent for me. The first few moments are very nice. It's a floral smell that I could wear just on its own, even as a man in his 20s, it just plain smells good. Unfortunately in a blend, after those first few minutes pass, the remainder of the scent always tends to turn toward the balsamic, or slightly cinnamon-like smell. It's truly bizarre but it's not just me. I asked others to smell my wrist and asked "What do you smell?" and they also said, after a few moments of thought, that it was similar to cinnamon, but not quite. I'm likely going to go synthetic in the future if I want that floral note at the beginning.

Review by Casiquire 1/4/2017

While diluting this absolute to use in an Egyptian Queen blend, I got some on my fingers. A tiny dap from fingers to the wrist, washed my hands (so sad to lose even a smidgen!), and then ALL day.... rich, warm, floral that is exotic, intoxicating. By itself it is enough to wear and had my husband sniffing my wrist. "Ummmm Yummm. Oh my goddess, you smell edible!" (Down boy). The tenacity of this oil, the strength of it, will take any blend you are creating and elevate it to an other worldly experience. As it says in the scent notes, a little goes a long way. Even after diluting 50%, a few drops blending with Jasmine, Rose, Neroli, Sandalwood, Amber, Frankincense and Elemii immediately creates a scent that is truly Queen worthy across the ages. I can't wait to see what is revealed as it sits for a few days.

Review by Toi Lynn 12/27/2016

This is EXTREMELY seductive! I have read reviews about orange blossom and just couldn't wait to try it. However, I was completely surprised upon first smelling this. It almost smells as if an erotic moment is about to take place. Dark, citrus-musky, almost smokey. To me this surpasses Jasmine in it's sensuality. After Sandalwood, this is my favorite note. Will definitely be stocking up on this!

Review by derrick 2/10/2015

I have always loved Neroli as it reminds me of innocence and childhood. This Orange Blossom is just the opposite . . . it is sultry, sensuous and decadent. When diluted, the scent is sooo wonderful and delicious. As a blend, Neroli and Orange Blossom make a simple yet beautiful white floral perfume. Maybe add a little amber or even cocoa to make in a bit sinful.

Review by Florence 5/1/2013