"rolls over the senses like a cumulonumbus cloud over a prairie. it lulls me into a blissful trance in the same manner as actual rain on a tin roof, punctuated by lolling peals of thunder might."
Thunderstorm Shower Gel
$22.00
8.4 oz
The Scent: The Demeter Fragrance Thunderstorm captures this complex sensory moment perfectly. Like poetry, Thunderstorm is subtle and difficult to define, but real, with Thunderstorm reflecting the deep and violent nature of a summer storm.
The Inspiration: Have you ever considered the olfactory side of rain? You know it's coming, you can smell it in the air (exactly!). It does seem that on summer days when it is hot and dry, with a thunderstorm brewing just over the next hill, you can `smell the rain. Well, you can smell something, but rain? Have you ever tried to smell this same rain in January when the ground is frozen solid? Not a chance, but when the ground and plants are warmer, you can smell something.
The Story: What you really smell comes not from the air, but the ground! Plants release oils that enter the soil and blend with the other earthy odors. These odors are released into the air when the relative humidity at ground level exceeds 75 percent. Moist humid air will transmit odors far better than dry air. In these moist humid conditions we notice these odors more readily. And since rain is so often connected with moist humid air, we tend to associate one with the other.
Overall rating: 4.410326 / 5 from 368 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Thunderstorm Shower Gel captures the essence of a summer storm with its earthy, fresh, and captivating scent. Customers appreciate the complex sensory experience, describing it as a sexy and mysterious fragrance. While some find the bottle size adequate, others suggest a larger option. The scent is highly praised, with notes of grass, earth, and rain, making it a unique and memorable olfactory experience.
Summary topics
- Grass Scent (4%): Customers expressed appreciation for the grass scent, describing it as fresh, earthy, and exactly what I wanted.
- Thunderstorm Scent (8%): It was observed by customers that Thunderstorm smells fantastic, with many describing it as a sexy and mysterious scent.
- Earth Scent (5%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the earth scent, describing it as clean, fresh, and earthy.
- Fragrance Quality (14%): Customers expressed appreciation for the earthy fresh fragrance, describing it as the best they've ever owned.
- Rain Scent (6%): Customers appreciated the scent, describing it as perfect warm-wet-pavement-rain-is-coming.
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Review highlights
- "A scent like rain, fresh grass, earth A literal thunderstorm." —
- "Thunderstorm smells fantastic." —
- "That hot, damp ground smell is captured so perfectly, but Demeter somehow makes it wearable." —
Reviews
"I love this fragrance so much. It mixes so well with dirt and it makes sort of a clean, wet dirt earthy smell when mixed but by itself once you spray it it smells straight up green, but mixing it with dirt gives it that sweet dirt smell, I went out a bit ago and I was driving around with the windows down. I just got home two hours later. I still smell like it, I put it on my hair and my wrists."
Actually smells like petrichor
"So a while back I got the petrichor scent as a gift. I liked it a lot, but it didn't smell like petrichor, just smelled vaguely fresh. This, on the other hand, smells way more like it than I had expected it to. Fresh and very earthy, like damp dirt and moss. I love it so much. Used it in the foolproof blending kit with some other scents and it is exactly what I had hoped it would be. If you're looking for something that smells like rain, look no further"
"this is so perfect. slightly metallic, slightly sweet, smells like wet pavement. now i just need a wet mossy forest scent and i'll have a full collection of different kinds of petrichor scents i love!!!"
"The first spray captivated me and I could really smell and feel that oncoming rain, however the fragrance settled into something really ozonic and airy. I heard this described as more of a petrichor scent than the Petrichor cologne. However, this reminds me of a cheap men’s body wash. Ill have to try the petrichor scent next and see if I prefer that one."
"Smells just like im standing outside on my porch during a thunderstorm. A fresh smell, a kind of sweet note underneath it all? Very earthy, like wet dirt. Almost like im im the outdoor garden section of a store when the sprinklers turn on. Bought this for my husband who loves forest-y scents!"
"Everything i had hoped it would be! I layer this with either wet garden or lilac. I have more scents on tje way and more in my cart to layer with this depending on the mood i want to convey. The earthy, wer soil note is perfect"
"It smells like standing in a gravel parking lot after a rain on a super hot day ... which I like. But for some reason this oil isn't as strong, and doesn't last as long, as some others."
"smelled nothing like a storm but didnt smell completely horrible"
"I'm very impressed with this fragrance. It really does smell like a thunderstorm, lightning/ozone notes. Well done, will buy more of 10/10"
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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.
