"Subtle sweetness. A very light clean fragrance. Good for people who are sensitive to smells."
Sugar Cane Bath & Body Oil
$20.00
2.0 oz
The Scent: Sweet, edible, grillable . . . Sugar Cane by Demeter Fragrance Library captures both the sweetness and take-your-breath-away freshness of pure, just cut sugar cane. This fragrance so unusual and wearable that the Fragrance Foundation awarded Demeter's Sugar Cane with two FiFi awards in 2001, one for Best Fragrance in America.
The Story: Cultivation of sugarcane probably originated on the island of New Guinea in the South Pacific about 8000 years ago. In one Polynesian account of the origin of mankind, two fishermen, the only people on earth, found a piece of cane in their net. They threw it away, but after catching it by chance for three days running, they planted it in the ground. It grew, and after a while it burst and a woman appeared from it. She cooked for the men by day and hid by night in the cane. How the two men got there in the first place is not explained. The production of sugar from cane is one of the oldest technological processes. As early as 327 B.C. Alexander the Great reported cultivation of sugar cane in India. By 700 A.D., it was being commercially exploited by Indians in the Sub-continent. At that time, sugar was extracted from the cane by chewing and sucking. Later, syrup was extracted by means of pressing and boiling the cane. This process that was first practiced in India around 300 A.D. became the basis for producing sugar in solid form. In 1492, Columbus carried sugar cane from the Canary Islands to Santo Domingo. As the cane became more dispersed geographically, cost of production dropped, causing sugar to lose status as a luxury item while increasing its importance as a basic dietary staple.
Overall rating: 4.125 / 5 from 16 reviews.
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Smells like the pistachio ice cream fragrance.
"This smells like the pistachio ice cream fragrance without the nutty dry-down scent. I was hoping the scent would be more unique"
Childhood
"I remember chewing this. It's almost exactly right except for on me, it smells a bit more floral. Other wise, this smells exactly like, a freshly sweet, juicy, watery reed. It is a cane of sugar water. Super pretty smell. Delicate."
Fresh and sweet, but not candy sweet
"What a beautiful warm scent. It's giving me vibes akin to like.. a grown up version of a baby's head. Comforting."
sugar rush
"I have no idea what sugarcane smells like. I don't think the finished product, in little white pouches near our tea or coffee, smells anything like this. It's not a simple scent, It's sweet, warm, and infused with a hint of decadence-pure joy to wear ;)"
Just like cane sugar.
"Like a spoonful of liquified cane sugar. I like layering it with the floral lychee scent and the clean green tea scent to create a smell like bubble tea. With floral scents it will smoothen them out and sweeten it up into a more rich and full bodied smell, removing powdery notes."
Just lovely!
"I received Sugar Cane as a free gift with my recent order and I think it is wonderful! Fresh, sweet (but not overly so,) and very delicious. I agree with another reviewer who wrote that it has the scent of amaretto, along with other lovely scents. I do not agree that it smells like Sugar Cookie; I don't care for Sugar Cookie (at least on me - but my skin does funny things to scent sometimes.) Sugar Cane is great with my chemistry, and it has good staying power. Just lovely!"
Just lovely!
"I received Sugar Cane as a free gift with my recent order and I think it is wonderful! Fresh, sweet (but not overly so,) and very delicious. I agree with another reviewer who wrote that it has the scent of amaretto, along with other lovely scents. I do not agree that it smells like Sugar Cookie; I don't care for Sugar Cookie (at least on me - but my skin does funny things to scent sometimes.) Sugar Cane is great with my chemistry, and it has good staying power. Just lovely!"
Very faint, fast-fading, not unique
"As a longtime fan of sugary, sweet, foodie fragrances and impressed that it had won two Fifi's, I just had to try Sugar Cane. My first impression was that it was strongly reminiscent of one of the earliest Demeter fragrances I ever owned, Sugar Cookie, and I had to spray a lot of this on to even detect any scent at all. It is extremely faint and fades to nothingness in under a half an hour. I am getting amaretto with a touch of almond and sugar, and that amaretto impression lasts until the end. So while it is indeed a pretty scent it is so fleeting and light I doubt I would want to purchase a larger size. And I am really not someone who likes to reek of perfume -- I just want to be able to smell it without pressing my nose to my skin. I am quite surprised to see that this won two Fifis, one for the best fragrance in America. Not sure how that is possible. I think it's been done before and the lack of oomph and staying power would not make it so worthy of this honor."
Very faint, fast-fading, not unique
"As a longtime fan of sugary, sweet, foodie fragrances and impressed that it had won two Fifi's, I just had to try Sugar Cane. My first impression was that it was strongly reminiscent of one of the earliest Demeter fragrances I ever owned, Sugar Cookie, and I had to spray a lot of this on to even detect any scent at all. It is extremely faint and fades to nothingness in under a half an hour. I am getting amaretto with a touch of almond and sugar, and that amaretto impression lasts until the end. So while it is indeed a pretty scent it is so fleeting and light I doubt I would want to purchase a larger size. And I am really not someone who likes to reek of perfume -- I just want to be able to smell it without pressing my nose to my skin. I am quite surprised to see that this won two Fifis, one for the best fragrance in America. Not sure how that is possible. I think it's been done before and the lack of oomph and staying power would not make it so worthy of this honor."
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Dark Flowers Humongous Mini Set
$32.00
2.0 oz
Product Description
Demeter Fragrance’s Dark Flowers 8 Piece Sampler Set
The Scents: Witching Hour, Dark Roses, Vampire Blooms, Transfixed, Mystical Blooms, Shadow Flowers, Ominous Mist, Haunted Souls
Witching Hour: Deep and sensual, without being at all too dark, this fragrance uses exotic ingredients - two kinds of Amber, Blood Orange, and Vanilla Orchid petals - to make this blend unique.
Dark Roses: Rose Water Tea, Thorny Stem Bulgarian Rose Petals, and Davana Blossom are topped with Red Currants and anchored by an earthy Patchouli, Dark Amber and Haitian Vetiver: a deep, dark swirl unlike anything else you have experienced in a Rose-inspired scent.
Vampire Blooms: Poisonous Belladonna, Dracula Orchid, and the Nicotiana plant form the deep, dark heart of this fragrance, rounded with peppery Maile Leaves and Ivy, smoothed and coordinated by a sheer veil of Madagascar Vanilla, White Musk and Mandarin Peel.
Transfixed: The sexy center of this fragrance revolves around Ylang Ylang and Red Poppies, grounded with Tobacco Leaves and Black Vanilla Bean, while taking flights of fancy with a frosty medicinal accord and powdery Coca Petals.
Mystical Blooms: Mystical Blooms is an enchanting fragrance with a core of Night Blooming Orchid and Crimson Dahlia, shrouded in a veil of elusive tobacco and musk notes. . Its top notes exude a hint of enigmatic spices, like Saffron, and unique fruity scents, like Bergamot and Fig Nectar, luring you into an ethereal journey.
As the scent develops, a sense of intrigue intensifies, drawing you deeper into its mysterious allure. Woods and musky undertones emerge, adding an aura of seductive secrecy. Like a moonlit garden under a starless sky, Mystical Blooms captivates with its enigmatic and haunting presence.
This fragrance is for those who embrace the unknown, seeking an olfactory adventure that transcends the boundaries of light and dark, revealing the magic that lies within the shadows. Mystical Blooms leaves an enigmatic trail, tempting others to unravel its secrets, but it remains an enigma, forever elusive and entrancing.
Shadow Flowers: Shadow Flowers is an enigmatic and alluring fragrance that exudes a mysterious and haunting charm. At its core, it embraces a delicate yet intoxicating blend of elusive dark blooms, including Jasmine, Sambac, and fiery Tuberose Absolute, all shrouded in an air of darkness.
The fragrance opens with ethereal wisps of misty dew-kissed sparkling peach and Orange Blossom, evoking the sensation of wandering through a moonlit garden under the cover of night. As it develops, an aura of intrigue deepens with a touch of Patchoui and an Amber accord, adding an alluring complexity to the floral bouquet.
Shadow Flowers captivates with its unique duality, both dark and light, tender and mysterious. It represents the beauty found in the hidden corners of the world, evoking a sense of fascination and wonder.
This fragrance is for those who embrace the enigma of life, seeking a scent that transcends the ordinary and reveals the allure of the unknown. With Shadow Flowers, you'll leave a hauntingly elegant impression, a trail of mesmerizing allure that lingers long after you've passed, inviting others to be drawn into your captivating world of shadows and blooms.
Ominous Mist: Ominous Mist is an intriguing and evocative fragrance that transports you to a realm of mystery and intrigue. At its heart, it entwines a blend of dark notes with bursts of brightness, reminiscent of a dense mist cloaking a hidden forest on a moonless night. Within this enigmatic mist, whispers of Sandalwood, Cedar and a fantasy wood accord create a sense of eerie serenity.
The fragrance opens with a burst of Black Raspberry, Mandarin Orange and Blood Orange, capturing the essence of the mist as it embraces you in its ethereal embrace. As it evolves, hints of aromatic Jasmine and Orange Blossom add depth and complexity to the atmospheric blend.
Ominous Mist encapsulates the allure of the unknown, offering a captivating olfactory journey that dares you to explore and embrace the enigmatic. It is a fragrance for those who embrace their inner darkness, finding beauty in the mysterious and uncharted territories of life.
Haunted Souls: Haunted Souls is an evocative fragrance that delves into the depths of emotions and memories, capturing the essence of souls that linger in the realm of the living. At its core, it intertwines a blend of dark and introspective notes, embodying a deep, melancholic symphony of Patchouli, Smoky Myrrh and Leather.
The fragrance opens with a touch of mystery, like wisps of ethereal mist of Bergamot, Saffron and Coco Blossom, rising from forgotten graves, setting the stage for an immersive olfactory experience. As it evolves, delicate whispers of Midnight Jasmine and Tuberose emerge, adding a sense of nostalgia and timeless elegance.
Haunted Souls encapsulates the essence of introspection and the haunting beauty found in the depths of the human spirit. It is a fragrance for those who embrace their emotions, exploring the shadows of their souls with grace and courage.
