ELLA K BEAUTY REVIEW

Balenciaga Florabotanica Eau de Parfum Review

Florabotanica is a fresh green-floral scent.  The fragrance opens with citrus, green leaves, and carnation.  The opening is followed by delicate spring blossoms with green undertones.  The spring blossoms are quickly overshadowed by a lasting blend of fresh-cut rose and cooling mint. 
In the drydown, the rose-mint accord is enhanced with vetiver and soft amber.  Notes include: Carnation, Wild Mint, Turkish Rose, Hemp Leaves, Vetiver, White Amber.  

Balenciaga L’Essence Eau de Parfum Review

Balenciaga L’Essence is a modern green-woody scent.  The fragrance opens with lush green violet leaves and a touch of crisp florals.  The verdant aspect of the fragrance mellows over time, revealing a velvety blend of violet, leather, and vetiver.  The fragrance slowly softens to a base of dry woods with hints of leather and patchouli.  Notes include: Violet Leaves, Vetiver, Cedar, Labdanum.

Balenciaga Paris Eau de Parfum Review

Balenciaga Paris is a multifaceted floral-chypre scent.  The fragrance opens with fresh white florals, crisp bergamot and perhaps a hint of pear.  The opening floral notes slowly transition into a tender violet bouquet with sheer woods and musk in the undertones.  The violet accord is not too sweet or powdery and reveals a bit of earthiness in the drydown.  Many hours later the composition gives off a soothing, green tea-like aroma.  Notes include: Bergamot, Violet, Carnation, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, Moss, Labdanum.