I don't usually talk about Longevity as a way to kick off my review but this stuff is VERY long lived on my skin and I'm notoriously unforgiving, so trust me folks... this one lasts. I tried Black XS Potion on the back of my hand yesterday afternoon and despite washing my hands several times since then & showering this morning I can still very faintly smell it on my skin. As for the fragrance itself, I thought despite the glaring similarities to the original that the opening was a little deeper. Similar to the way that A*Men flankers are different but still in essence the same thing, just with more emphasis on certain aspects. These aspects in this case are a intensity of labdanum and booze which give a slightly sharper and more high end feel to what is essentially the same very sweet, fruity, wood fragrance as the original. As it dries down it's harder to identify the difference it's still a bit chocolatey like the original and still has that dense wood, tulu balsam and berry notes. So if you're expecting a vast difference be prepared for disappointment, however if you like the original you might even like this better. The projection and longevity are huge as I mentioned and I much prefer the bottle for this one due to that cool wax seal thing. The same can be said of this as the original, something inside me loves the initial smell of Black XS and it's sweet unique nature. In perspective though I can't help but find it cloying and unpleasant after a while and not something I'd be happy to wear, especially with it's strength and persistence.
Frequently Asked Questions about Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne
What does Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne smell like?
Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne features top notes of Juniper, middle notes of Cashmere wood and Wormwood, and base notes of Labdanum and Rum.
How long does Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne last?
Based on user reviews, Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne has exceptional longevity, typically lasting 10+ hours. The longevity rating is 5.0 out of 5.
What is the sillage of Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne?
Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne has strong sillage with good projection that others will notice. The sillage rating is 4.0 out of 5.
Who created Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne?
Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne was created by Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann and Olivier Cresp.
When was Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne released?
Black XS Potion for Him by Rabanne was released in 2014.
Black XS Potion for Him, from Rabanne was released in 2014. The perfumer behind this creation is Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann and Olivier Cresp. It has the top notes of Juniper, middle notes of Cashmere wood and Wormwood, and base notes of Labdanum and Rum.
I don't usually talk about Longevity as a way to kick off my review but this stuff is VERY long lived on my skin and I'm notoriously unforgiving, so trust me folks... this one lasts. I tried Black XS Potion on the back of my hand yesterday afternoon and despite washing my hands several times since then & showering this morning I can still very faintly smell it on my skin. As for the fragrance itself, I thought despite the glaring similarities to the original that the opening was a little deeper. Similar to the way that A*Men flankers are different but still in essence the same thing, just with more emphasis on certain aspects. These aspects in this case are a intensity of labdanum and booze which give a slightly sharper and more high end feel to what is essentially the same very sweet, fruity, wood fragrance as the original. As it dries down it's harder to identify the difference it's still a bit chocolatey like the original and still has that dense wood, tulu balsam and berry notes. So if you're expecting a vast difference be prepared for disappointment, however if you like the original you might even like this better. The projection and longevity are huge as I mentioned and I much prefer the bottle for this one due to that cool wax seal thing. The same can be said of this as the original, something inside me loves the initial smell of Black XS and it's sweet unique nature. In perspective though I can't help but find it cloying and unpleasant after a while and not something I'd be happy to wear, especially with it's strength and persistence.