Two fragrances from Mancera are still on my review list, Xplicit Vanilla and Intense Instant Crush. The two creations should fit perfectly into the current season, because it will be spicy, gourmand, sensual and seductive. It’s supposed to get really rainy and autumnal here at the Baltic Sea from tomorrow, so today’s two candidates from Mancera are just right.
In recent years, the Mancera fragrance house has regularly featured new creations here on the blog. I would just like to remind you of the wonderful Tonka Cola, which was launched in 2022 and quickly became a bestseller. You can find the review of this composition in the fragrance diary – as well as many other Mancera posts. I’m happy to link you to my last four posts before I start my review of Xplicit Vanilla and Intense Instant Crush:
- Tonka Cola and Fabulous Yuzu by Mancera – Coke and citrus flavours
- Melody of the Sun and French Riviera by Mancera – Summer Memories
- Amore Caffè and Black Noir by Mancera – Fragrances to enjoy
- Cherry Cherry, Fig Me Up and Cinque Terre from Mancera
Xplicit Vanilla – The sensuality of vanilla
Xplicit Vanilla takes us into the realm of vanilla. Amélie Montale, the artistic director of Mancera, is said to have found the inspiration for this creation in Mexico. Here she discovered a vanilla of particular beauty, depth and extraordinary richness of facets. Mancera itself describes Xplicit Vanilla with the words: “The new obsession, unforgettable elegance and lasting impression – fiery, unisex and irresistibly addictive.” The ingredients vanilla, chocolate, sugar, eaglewood (oud), sandalwood, cedarwood, tonka bean, ambergris and benzoin resin form the basis of this composition, which celebrates vanilla in all its nuances.
What does Xplicit Vanilla from Mancera smell like?
Attention vanilla lovers! With Xplicit Vanilla, Mancera could be serving you just the right thing. Dark, liqueur-like vanilla opens the creation, accompanied by a delicious hint of cocoa, which goes so wonderfully with the impressive and expressive notes of spiced vanilla. The oud brings fine, woody smoke facets to the composition, while creamy, smooth and cozy accents gradually spread in the background. Sandalwood and cedar lend the eau de parfum light, gentle nuances that are underlined by lovely ambergris and milky benzoin resin. The fragrance ends on a cozy, spicy and gourmand-sweet note.
Is Xplicit Vanilla suitable for fall and winter?
The answer is clear: Yes! In my opinion, the eau de parfum fits perfectly into the cooler season and impresses with a balanced, harmonious warmth that is carried by vanilla, chocolate, woody-smoky and creamy nuances. Surprisingly, I find the sweetness of the fragrance to be very dignified, although sugar is listed separately in the ingredients. The spiciness of the vanilla is accentuated by liqueur-like facets that evoke a sensual, cozy atmosphere – perfect for autumn and winter.
When is the best time to wear Xplicit Vanilla?
The eau de parfum is very elegant, harmoniously composed and convinces with fine, spicy notes. I would classify the presence of the fragrance as medium. In fact, the creation strikes me as very dense and complex on the one hand, but also transparent on the other, while at the same time demonstrating very good longevity. An ideal and pleasant companion for any occasion in the cooler months of the year. Not just a must-try for vanilla fans, but for anyone who loves really great and spicy fall and winter fragrances.
Intense Instant Crush – Mancera
Intense Instant Crush is a flanker of Instant Crush, which was launched in 2019 and which I personally have not yet sniffed. According to Mancera, the intense version should have “more power, more depth, more presence”. Intense Instant Crush is also an extrait de parfum. The olfactory ingredients are saffron, leather, bergamot, mandarin, Moroccan rose, ambergris, patchouli, salty notes, caramel, sandalwood, oakmoss, white musk and vanilla bean – significantly more ingredients than in the 2019 eau de parfum.
What does Intense Instant Crush smell like?
In the opening of Intense Instant Crush, refreshing bergamot combines with the dark, medicinal spice of saffron and creaky leather to create a cool, striking fragrance. The rose brings lucid, fresh nuances to the composition, providing additional transparency and lightness. The creation only changes after a while. The spicy notes remain, the leather recedes a little into the background, becoming softer and smoother. Delicate caramel lends the extrait de parfum a subtle sweetness, together with vanilla-crystalline musk and the velvety notes of sandalwood.
When is the best time to wear Intense Instant Crush?
The opening of Intense Instant Crush still strikes me as masculine, somewhat harsh and also quite idiosyncratic due to the dark, citrusy saffron leather notes – although the extrait de parfum is generally transparent rather than overly opulent from the start. Over time, however, the fragrance develops into a wonderful, comforting, spicy-powdery and light woody creation that is underpinned by a wonderful caramel sweetness. From fresh and tart to comforting and wonderfully cozy – ideal for autumn and winter. Absolutely suitable for everyday and office use.
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