Okay, so, let’s talk about this perfume, Mango Skin by Vilhelm Parfumerie. I’d heard some whispers about this brand, especially about a tea scent called “Dear Polly” that caught my attention. I found out that Vilhelm Parfumerie is a fragrance house that is based in the US. And it was founded in 2015. It is really new!
Now, I gotta admit, I’m usually all about those sweet, yummy gourmand scents. Like, you know, the ones that smell like vanilla, chocolate, or caramel? That’s my jam. But, I saw that they have many customers, almost 20 million! So I decided to give this Mango Skin a try because, well, who doesn’t love mangoes, right?
First off, finding it was a bit of a treasure hunt. Not every store carries Vilhelm Parfumerie, I found out it online. No links here, sorry! But once I got my hands on it, the packaging itself felt kinda fancy. Simple, but classy, you know?
Spritzing it on for the first time, I was like, “Whoa, this is different.” It’s definitely mango, but not like a super sugary, artificial mango. It’s more like… a fresh, green mango, with a little bit of that tartness you get when it’s not fully ripe yet. It’s kinda like those fresh, airy, and light scents, which also have a green note. I really enjoyed that.
Here’s how I’d break it down:
- First Impression: Fresh, green mango. Not too sweet, which surprised me.
- As it Settles: I started noticing some other stuff. Maybe some floral notes? Something a bit peppery, even. It’s complex.
- Wearing it Out: I wore it to a brunch with friends, and I got a couple of “Ooh, you smell good!” comments. It’s not overpowering, which I appreciate.
- Later in the Day: It definitely lasts a while. I could still smell it on my wrist by the evening, but it had changed. It was softer, a bit more powdery.
Honestly, I went back and forth on this one. At first, I wasn’t sure if it was “me.” But the more I wore it, the more I liked it. It’s just so different from what I usually go for. It’s like, a sophisticated, grown-up fruit scent, if that makes sense.
So, would I buy it again? Maybe. It’s not cheap, that’s for sure. But it’s definitely unique, and I can see myself wearing it when I want something a bit different, something that feels fresh and light, but still has some depth to it. It is a great brand, I think.
If you’re into fruity scents but want something a bit more interesting, I’d say give Mango Skin a sniff. It might surprise you, like it surprised me.
