Fragrance and Perfume

FlowerByKenzo La Cologne: The Poppy For Summer 2010!

Ah, the ever voluminous bouquet of FlowerByKenzo poppies! This latest interpretation of KENZO’s poppy was created by Alberto Morillas.

Ever-so-appropriate for wedding season, FlowerByKenzo La Cologne combines something old and something new. Morillas selected Bergamot–used in 17th century Germany to formulate the original Eau de Cologne–as a nod to the roots of cologne. Added to KENZO’s modern, feminine poppy, the result is a zesty and energetic scent.

Retail price is $72 for a 3 fl. oz. bottle.

Click HERE to check it out at KenzoUSA.com.

The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

Urban Decay Revolver Review: Summer 2010

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For Summer 2010, Urban Decay has introduced “Revolver”, a super-sexy fragrance oil!

I’m digging this limited-edition scent! Revolver utilizes notes of lychee, pineapple, fig, amber and Egyptian Musk. Ladies–I’ve said this only a million times–MEN LOVE AMBER!

So yes… the fragrance itself is quite alluring. But the packaging and the price of Revolver really seal the deal. The oil base extends the life of the scent (and is especially helpful on dry skin). The rollerball applicator prevents spilling and helps control the amount of product applied. A tiny size means Revolver is a great choice for travel, or stashing in your purse.

Retail price is a low $26. Click HERE to buy. Revolver is available exclusively at UrbanDecay.com.

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

CLEAN Outdoor Shower Fresh Review: Summer 2010 Fragrance Launches!

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Planning to enjoy long, early-morning hikes this Summer? Outdoorsy types like you will LOVE CLEAN Outdoor Shower Fresh, new for Summer 2010!

Imagine showering in a cool, fresh waterfall, at the end of a stream running through a meadow of flowers. That’s the exact scent of CLEAN Outdoor Shower Fresh! There’s something very tranquil about this scent. I’ve been applying this scent on days I just know will be hectic. It’s like mobile aromatherapy!

Worth mentioning AGAIN: CLEAN has recently reformulated all of their scents. Harsh chemicals have been removed and replaced with botanicals and essential oils. Packaging is entirely recyclable. In other words… CLEAN is now cleaner than ever!

Retail price is $69 for a 2.14 fl. oz. spray bottle, and $38 for a 1 fl. oz. spray bottle. Outdoor Shower Fresh by CLEAN is available at Sephora.com.

CLEAN Summer Linen Review: 2010 Fragrance Launches!

clean summer linen review, summer linen by clean Hearing that CLEAN has launched a new scent is enough to lift my spirits. Hearing they’ve launched TWO? Pure bliss!

Equally uplifting is the zesty cirtus scent of CLEAN Summer Linen. The blend of crisp Bergamot, Italian Limoncello (also used in CLEAN Summer) and Mirabelle Plum is fresh, light, sweet and just overall perfect for the Summer months!

BIG NEWS! CLEAN has also reformulated all of their scents. Harsh chemicals have been removed and replaced with botanicals and essential oils. Packaging is entirely recyclable. In other words… CLEAN is now cleaner than ever!

Retail price is $49 for a 2.14 fl. oz. spray bottle. Summer Linen by CLEAN is available at Sephora.com.

VOTE FiFi 2010!

FiFi Awards, Histoires de Parfums, Tuberose Trilogy Voting in the Fragrance Foundation’s FiFi awards is nearly over! Be sure your favorite scents are given the attention they are due! CLICK HERE TO VOTE. You have until 5/19 to ensure your favorite fragrance is supported!

Here’s a full list of the finalists, courtesy of BeautyPress. Which scents are your faves?

2010 Top Five FiFi® Finalists

Fragrance of the Year: Women’s Luxe
bebe Eau de Parfum – Inter Parfums USA
Crescent Row Collection – Benefit
Flora by Gucci – P&G Prestige Products, Inc.
Lola Marc Jacobs –Coty Prestige
Very Hollywood Michael Kors Eau de Parfum—The Estee Lauder Companies
YSL Parisienne – YSL Beaute/L’Oreal

Fragrance of the Year: Men’s Luxe (6 in this category due to a tie)
ckfree Calvin Klein – Coty Prestige
D&G Fragrance Anthology – P&G Prestige Products, Inc.
Givenchy PLAY – Parfums Givenchy
Only the Brave – Diesel Fragrances, L’Oréal
Shiseido Zen for Men – Shiseido Cosmetics America
Tom Ford Grey Vetiver – The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

Fragrance of the Year: Women’s Popular Appeal (6 in this category due to a tie)
Avril Lavigne Black Star – P&G Prestige Products, Inc.
Faith Hill Parfums – Coty
Flirt! Flowerific Perfume Spray – The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Halle by Halle Berry – Coty
Mariah Carey Ultra Pink – Elizabeth Arden
Super Samba Woman – The Perfumer’s Workshop Int’l., Ltd.

Fragrance of the Year: Men’s Popular Appeal (only 3 in this category)
Playboy – Coty
Seduction in Black, Antonio Banderas – Puig USA, Inc.
Super Samba Man – The Perfumer’s Workshop Int’l, Ltd.

Fragrance of the Year: Women’s Nouveau Niche
Bond No. 9 Astor Place – Bond No. 9 New York
Eau Mega by Viktor & Rolf – L’Oréal USA
essence narciso rodriguez eau de parfum – Beauté Prestige International
Jo Malone Vanilla & Anise – The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
L’Eau Ambrée by Prada – Puig USA, Inc.

Fragrance of the Year Men’s Nouveau Niche (only 4 in this category)
Black Fleece by Brooks Brothers Eau De Toilette – Inter Parfums USA
Bond No. 9 Brooklyn – Bond No. 9 New York
Bond No. 9 Perfume – Bond No. 9 New York
Collage by 3.1 Phillip Lim & Natalie Gracia-Cetto,
Ende/Anfang by Damir Doma & Yann Vasnier,
Solar Donkey Power by Henrik Vibskov & Louise Turner,
Smell by Henry Holland & Stephen Nilsen,
Nicoll 17 by Richard Nicoll & Rodrigo Flores Roux,
Whiskey Caramélisé by Toga & Alexandra Kosinski – Six Scents Parfums Inc.

Fragrance of the Year: Women’s Private Label/Direct Sell (only 4 in this category)
Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Twilight Woods EDT – Bath & Body Works
In Bloom by Reese Witherspoon – Avon Products, Inc.
Love Rocks – Victoria’s Secret
Naturelle – Yves Rocher North America Inc.

Fragrance of the Year: Men’s Private Label/Direct Sell (only 3 in this category)
comme une Evidence – Yves Rocher North America Inc.
Patrick Dempsey 2 – Avon Products, Inc.
Vertical – Victoria’s Secret

Fragrance of the Year: Unique Boutique (6 in this category due to a tie)
Baroque Pearl for Gump’s (women’s) – Through Smoke Creative
Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire (women’s) – Guerlain
Halston Man Eau de Toilette (men’s) – Elizabeth Arden
L’Oeuvre Noire Back to Black Aphrodisiac (unisex) – by Kilian
Tom Ford Private Blend White Suede (unisex/women’s) – The Estée Lauder Companies
Tuberose Trilogy (unisex) – Histoires de Parfums

Fragrance Hall of Fame Nominees (honors a fragrance that has been on the market for 15 or more years)
CK one – Calvin Klein Cosmetics/Coty Prestige
Classique by Jean Paul Gaultier- Beaute Prestige International
Cristalle EDT – Chanel
Donna Karan Cashmere Mist EDT – Donna Karan Cosmetics/Estee Lauder Companies
Fahrenheit – Christian Dior Parfums
Gap Dream – Inter Parfums, Inc.
Pour un Homme – Caron Paris
Rapture – Victoria’s Secret Beauty
Red Door – Elizabeth Arden

Pictured: The Tuberose Trilogy by Histoires de Parfums. Retail price $185 each at www.histoiresdeparfums.com, www.vivre.com, and at select retailers nationwide. The Tuberose Trilogy is also available in the travel-friendly Nomad Kit, which retails for $96.

TUBEREUSE 1-CAPRICIEUSE (capricious): A powdery floral that combines the freshness of bergamot and the warmth of saffron with essences iris and ylang-ylang. The base notes of opulent suede and cocoa leave a mysterious and addictive trail.

TUBEREUSE 2-VIRGINALE (virginal): A floral oriental that combines sparkling mandarin orange and sweet cherry with smooth frangipani, Tahitian tiara flowers and sensual jasmine. A blend of patchouli leaf, blond wood and vanilla form the base notes of this deep and sensual scent.

TUBEREUSE 3-ANIMALE (animal): A floral and tobacco leather scent oozes power and inner strength, this scent opens with a bath of fresh kumquat and neroli and leads into a strong combination of plum, herbs and dry grasses. Blond tobacco and Immortelle flower leave intense base notes that linger.