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Home Fragrances Ex Nihilo Les Interdites Lust in Paradise
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Ex Nihilo Lust in Paradise

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Fragrance information:

Ex Nihilo Lust in Paradise: The Fragrance of Forbidden Paradise

The fragrance Ex Nihilo Lust in Paradise, released in 2019, is the perfumed embodiment of the intoxicating and alluring French Riviera.

This perfume is part of the Les Interdites collection, known for its daring and forbidden compositions, ideal for those seeking something special.

As a unisex fragrance, Lust in Paradise is suitable for both women and men looking to add a touch of sophistication and luxury to their style.

Belonging to the Floral and Musk families, it has a noticeable trail that leaves a trace of admiration, making it perfect for evening outings or everyday elegance.

For optimal fragrance development, it is recommended to enter the cloud when applying to the skin to ensure each note unfolds evenly, and on clothing—1 to 2 sprays—to maintain freshness and longevity throughout the day.

The creator of this masterpiece is the talented Louise Turner, who captured the spirit of forbidden paradise in the fragrance, blending modern accords with classic elegance.

Her work reinforces the reputation of Ex Nihilo as an innovative brand, boldly experimenting with compositions and setting trends in niche perfumery.

If you enjoyed Lust in Paradise, consider exploring similar fragrances such as Chloé Chloé, Parfums de Marly Delina, and Chloé Roses de Chloé, which also combine floral and fruity accords, offering alternative options for connoisseurs of exquisite scents.

Lust in Paradise is more than just a fragrance; it's a journey into a world of forbidden pleasures, where every note tells its own story.

Visit the official website of the brand to learn more about this and other collections, and discover the magic of Ex Nihilo.

More than 86% of users recommend this fragrance!
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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and women (unisex)
High fragrance longevity

The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day

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Sillage
Noticeable

The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The fragrance pyramid of Lust in Paradise begins with sparkling pink pepper (red berries), which creates a lively and spicy start, instantly attracting attention.

In the heart of the composition, juicy lychee and delicate white peony unfold, adding fruity freshness and floral tenderness, making the fragrance multifaceted and captivating.

The base consists of warm ambergris, woody white cedar, and sensual musk, which together form a lasting and cozy foundation, leaving on the skin a soft, enveloping trail that lasts for hours.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Ex Nihilo
Segment Niche perfumery
Country France
Website http://www.ex-nihilo-paris.com
Year of production 2019
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Pink pepper
Pink pepper
Note photo Lychee
Lychee
Note photo White Peony
White Peony
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo White Cedar
White Cedar
Note photo musk
musk

Top notes

Pink pepper

Heart notes

Lychee White Peony

Base notes

Ambergris White Cedar musk

Families

Family Floral Floral
Family Musk Musk

Fragrance characteristics

based on 41 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
High (5 to 12 hours)
4
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Noticeable
4
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
20%
Unisex
63%
Female
17%
What kind of event
Date
26%
Wedding
21%
Sport
5%
Sleep
0%
For party
5%
For every day
21%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
5%
Theatre
5%
Office
11%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
20%
Spring
Spring
33%
Summer
Summer
33%
Autumn
Autumn
13%
For what style / mood
Casual
32%
Gala
21%
Classic
16%
Avant-garde
5%
Romantic
16%
Sporty
11%
For what age
under 18
17%
18-25 years old
25%
26-35 years old
42%
36-45 years
8%
46+ years old
0%
Any
8%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
19%
Enter the cloud
43%
1-2 atomisations
19%
2-3 atomisations
10%
3-4 atomisations
5%
4-5 sprays
5%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
25%
On the wrist
19%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
6%
Behind the ears
6%
On the elbow
19%
On the abdomen
6%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
19%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
10%
Enter the cloud
19%
1-2 atomisations
43%
2-3 atomisations
19%
3-4 atomisations
5%
4-5 sprays
5%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
22%
Exoticism
4%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
4%
Passion
11%
Joy
7%
Calm
15%
Excitement
4%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Strong
3
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
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The fragrance is really interesting, the combination of lychee and peony turned out very harmonious. Both these components sound on the same level, and as a result, we get a fresh, almost transparent scent, as if the peony was just picked with dew. Pleasantly surprised! Although there's a similar scent, Decent by Bybozo, this one clearly wins
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What a cool scent! It's simply made for spring and summer 🌸 The peony here is so fresh and dewy, and the fruity note of lychee adds an interesting accent. A little bit of pepperiness and soft musk make it even more appealing. The longevity is simply top-notch, and the sillage is pleasing, despite its lightness and delicacy. This is a real find! 🎉
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At first, the fragrance really impresses with its cold, noble peony and pink pepper. I was delighted by this combination. But, unfortunately, after a couple of hours, nothing of that luxury remained on my skin. Some sour musk appeared, which no one else seemed to notice, and I'd rather not smell it either. In the end, it completely disappeared. The fragrance is absolutely not long-lasting and leaves no impression. It's a real shame, as the beginning was so promising 😕
4/5
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On me, this is Peony Peony-son of Peonies. Pure peony with pepper and a Fleur Narcotique base. Purely floral, deceptively light, long-lasting, and with good sillage. I didn't wear it, found it too simple, so I sold it
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The fragrance is really light and delicate, with an interesting tartness and pleasant musk. It seems airy and simple, but the price, somehow, doesn't match its simplicity. I liked it, but I expected more for that kind of money 😕
5/5
5
How sad it is, but the scent is truly beautiful. The peonies and tenderness in it seem to carry you back in time. Childhood memories flood back, as if this smell has been encountered somewhere before. Lychee might be present, but it's hard to catch amidst the peonies
3/5
3
The scent is barely noticeable. For such a price, I'd like it to last longer and leave a trail. Overall, the smell is pleasant and light, but I barely detect it. Maybe it will unfold better over time
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5
On me, I mostly smell musk and peonies. The scent is light, almost imperceptible, despite its simplicity. It's truly impressive and memorable. The bottle, of course, costs a lot, but I'll definitely buy a decant
5/5
5
The new arrival didn't impress. The scent is too light, with bitterness and tartness; the freshness of the flowers doesn't save it, and the musk in the base seems too intrusive. It reminds me of Devil Tendr, but not in a good way 😔
4/5
4
The composition is simply amazing! First, you feel a bright pink pepper, and then notes of peony, lychee, and musk unfold. It really grabs attention and sparks interest. It's so nice when a perfume suits you so well )
4/5
4
This fragrance is definitely not for men, it's clearly feminine. The floral peony stands out so brightly it creates a real atmosphere around itself. Musk only enhances its sound along with lychee. You can't call this perfume light; you could easily turn into a flower bed if you overdo it. Wearing it often would be boring, it's better to use it from time to time, but you don't need a whole bottle for that 🌸
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4
The fragrance is definitely fruity-floral, but in my opinion, it's greatly overrated. There are tons of such compositions in luxury perfumery. Although, I admit, freshness and coolness are truly felt in it. On hot days, it might work, but nothing more. Overall, pleasant, but nothing more
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4
This fragrance has a lot of lychee and peony. It's really fresh and light. The lychee here isn't sweet, but more fruity with a pleasant tartness. A delicate and feminine scent that becomes warm and enveloping )
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5
A fragrance that sparks interest, starting with a bright, juicy rose with a hint of lychee sweetness. Over time, peony begins to dominate, adding freshness. This floral bouquet sounds very lively and vibrant, and the woody-musky base gives it depth. It has something in common with Delina, but at the same time, it leaves its own mark, long-lasting and with a great sillage
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Lust in Paradise and Fleur Narcotique are completely different things. Perfumers who have truly succeeded don't have universal formulas for creating fragrances. Yes, schools teach the basics, but that's just for understanding the process. Every perfumer eventually finds their own style that reflects their personal preferences. In this case, Turner's peony and lychee are not like those Bische used. The main element of Lust in Paradise is geranium. It's hard to mistake it for anything else, as it has many cold, metallic notes. The fruity-aquatic accord here doesn't have a pronounced sweetness, which makes the geranium less like traditional masculine fragrances. Ultimately, the fragrance appears simple, yet refined. Elegance is added by the absence of creamy, fatty peach; instead, there's soft, balsamic pink pepper. The chypre note is absent in the new Ex Nihilo, as is a distinctly woody accord. Instead, we have musks and ambroxan, which is characteristic of "luxury" perfumery, giving the fragrance longevity and sillage, like Fleur Narcotique. However, after 6-8 hours, Lust in Paradise loses its individuality, and only a musky-amber base remains. On my skin, which usually "eats up" fragrances quickly, after four hours there's nothing left of the peony and geranium, but the floral musks and ambroxan still maintain the illusion. At the beginning, I mentioned that these fragrances are almost dissimilar. This "almost" refers to the transparency and simplicity that combine with longevity and sillage. Personally, I don't want to smell like either of them. And it's not that the fragrances are too feminine. They are too simple and try to please the mass consumer by offering familiar notes. I don't know how much Ex Nihilo fragrances cost, but in my opinion, they are not worth the money they ask for
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