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Which Should You Buy?
This loud, unique rose bomb is a real head-turner, despite the community being utterly bewildered by the official notes. Love it or hate it, Glistening demands attention and makes a statement with its intense, captivating floral heart. A shame it's discontinued.
Divisive yet delightful. While Floraïku calls this 'Just A Rose', that's wildly underselling it like a cheeky pub landlord. It's a crisp, bright, woody rose that's far from a bland floral, but it might not be the rose for everyone.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 30% |
| Floral | 33% | 33% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 18% | 8% |
| Warm | 3% | 8% |
| Woody | 26% | 23% |
| Earthy | 0% | 10% |
| Animalic | 3% | 1% |
| Fresh | 15% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Given its strong projection and persistent rose, Glistening is too assertive for most office environments but makes an excellent choice for dates, formal events, or anytime you want to leave a lasting impression. Its 'loud' nature, mentioned by reviewers, boosts its suitability for evening wear and special occasions.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
With its fresh, clean accords and moderate but often strong projection, Just A Rose is versatile enough for day-to-day wear. It's too potent for a close-quarters office if oversprayed, but its refined character suits casual and date settings perfectly. For formal events, it might be a tad too simplistic.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Rose accords and Bergamot notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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