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Love Potion Midnight Wish
by Oriflame
Love Potion Midnight Wish offers a simple, darkly sweet profile centered around a synthetic cherry note that carries a balsamic, almost medicinal character. It's not gourmand in the traditional sense—there's no strong coffee presence, but there's a faint, creamy musky warmth that hints at vanilla and coffee in the drydown. The overall scent feels like a syrupy cherry with a powdery, slightly soapy character, evoking a cold-weather-latte or dark chocolate with cherry liqueur. Longevity is modest, lasting around four hours, with moderate sillage. While some find it satisfyingly dark and balanced, others dislike the sharp cherry kick and the powdery drydown, especially those sensitive to synthetic fruit or powdered notes. It's most appreciated in winter and for evening wear, particularly by those who enjoy sweet but non-opaque, abstract fruity-musky scents.
Pros
- +A uniquely dark and sweet cherry that avoids being overly sweet or cloying
- +Modest longevity and moderate sillage suitable for day or night wear
- +Appealing black bottle with shimmering particles, ideal for gift-giving or winter mood
Cons
- −Sharp, medicinal cherry note that some find off-putting
- −Lack of distinct coffee note despite being listed as a core ingredient
- −Powdery drydown that many dislike, especially those sensitive to synthetic powders