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Home Fragrances A Lab on Fire California Snow
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Eau de parfum

A Lab on Fire California Snow

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Gender:
Unisex
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Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Imagine a fragrance that transports you to a winter day in California, where snow falls on green meadows, creating an amazing contrast of nature.

This is California Snow by A Lab on Fire, released in 2017 as an eau de parfum.

This unisex masterpiece embodies the spirit of experimentation characteristic of the brand, instantly captivating perfume lovers with its fresh and inspiring character.

Identity and Release History

California Snow is a vivid example of the creative approach of A Lab on Fire, a brand that since 2011 has been known as the "burning laboratory" of fragrances.

Released in 2017, it quickly became a cult favorite in niche perfumery, offering a unique blend of floral and woody accords.

Its name reflects the unexpected harmony of cold and warm, making it ideal for those seeking unconventional experiences.

As an eau de parfum, California Snow has a rich formula that ensures long-lasting wear and gradual development on the skin.

It is positioned as unisex, meaning it suits everyone who appreciates complex and multifaceted compositions, regardless of gender.

Positioning and Wearability

This fragrance has a medium trail that leaves a soft yet noticeable trace, perfect for daily use or special occasions.

It pairs well with various styles and seasons, especially in spring and fall when its fresh and earthy notes resonate most harmoniously.

For best results, apply it to pulse points like wrists and neck, allowing body heat to help unveil all facets of the composition.

If California Snow resonates with you, you might be interested in similar fragrances such as Banana Republic Wildblue, L’essence de Mastenbroek Eau de Polder, or Lazell, Dalley & Co Ardor.

Each offers its own unique nuances, but they all share a love for natural and expressive accords.

Creators and Influence

Behind the creation of California Snow is the talented perfumer Mackenzie Reilly, whose expertise and creative approach gave the fragrance depth and originality.

Her work on this release highlights the philosophy of A Lab on Fire—bold experiments and attention to detail, making the brand one of the most innovative in the industry.

California Snow not only reinforced the brand's reputation as a master of niche fragrances but also inspired many perfumers to create similar complex compositions.

To learn more about other brand projects, visit the official website, where you'll find up-to-date information and collections.

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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
Middle

It can be felt in close proximity, but does not attract the attention of those around you

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Style
Everyday

The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences

Everyday
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
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid in California Snow begins with a fresh and cozy start: chamomile and grass create a green meadow sensation, while sage adds aromatic depth, and sugar and tea lend a sweet and soothing note.

In the heart of the composition, warm and natural chords unfold: hay and hemp create an earthy background, which harmoniously blends with delicate narcissus and elegant rose.

The base of the fragrance is anchored by sturdy and cozy notes: cedar and vetiver provide woody longevity, while earthy notes (soil) and musk add sensuality and durability, making this scent memorable from the first to the last chord.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand A Lab on Fire
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.alabonfire.la
Year of production 2017
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Chamomile
Chamomile
Note photo Grass
Grass
Note photo Sage
Sage
Note photo Hay
Hay
Note photo Hemp
Hemp
Note photo Narcissus
Narcissus
Note photo Cedar
Cedar
Note photo Earthy Notes
Earthy Notes
Note photo Vetiver
Vetiver

Top notes

Chamomile Grass Sage Sugar Tea

Heart notes

Hay Hemp Narcissus Rose

Base notes

Cedar Earthy Notes Vetiver musk

Families

Family Floral Floral
Family Wood Wood

Fragrance characteristics

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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
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
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
Medium
3
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
Complex and profound
3
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
14%
Unisex
71%
Female
14%
What kind of event
Date
12%
Wedding
0%
Sport
12%
Sleep
0%
For party
12%
For every day
25%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
12%
Theatre
0%
Office
25%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
22%
Spring
Spring
22%
Summer
Summer
22%
Autumn
Autumn
33%
For what style / mood
Casual
25%
Gala
0%
Classic
25%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
25%
Sporty
25%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
17%
26-35 years old
50%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
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
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
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
14%
On the wrist
14%
On the knees
14%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
14%
On the elbow
14%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
14%
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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
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
50%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
0%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
25%
Calm
25%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
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Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
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
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Bottle
Bottle
High quality
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Spray
Spray
High quality
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Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
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Of course, you can wear it out. This is just an incredible rose! It's as if it grew from the earth, where fresh grass is soaked with rain. The scent is so natural and alive
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MOLD! Wow, it's a familiar smell of grass, but honestly, it doesn't disgust me. Earthy and grassy notes, as if rain has passed and dampened everything around. And then, the rose appears very quickly. A pleasant one, through all that mold. The fragrance is interesting, I even decided to wear it, but only at home, for now
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I tried this fragrance thanks to Ksenia and her descriptions. Honestly, I adore the cannabis note in perfumery, but this scent turned out to be a real disappointment for me. It's somehow rough and herbaceous, with a spicy undertone, but it smells as if all the notes are just fighting with each other. The result is a complete cacophony, not harmony. The roughness mixes with something musty, and this synthetic sound just throws me off. I'm not talking about the composition, but how the notes sound together. I absolutely don't understand how to wear it. Summer doesn't suit it, neither does autumn. Maybe winter?
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At first, I almost fainted - the smell reminded me of a pharmacy, and with some strange sweetness too. I thought I'd be disappointed in the brand again, but then the rose bloomed. It's so delicate, fresh, like a morning dawn. Overall, I like it! Though the price, of course, isn't pleasing
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The scent reminds me of spices mixed with dry wood, with a hint of tobacco and herbs added. And mimosa, sweetish and light, is also detectable. Very natural and delicate! 🌿
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The scent is earthy and musky. It's like the first snow mixed with rain and touched the frozen ground. You can feel the aroma of fresh snow and a bit of dirty earth. It's something special and unusual, but you can get used to it over time
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Again, that strange, earthy, and moldy opening. Honestly, it can be off-putting, but then something amazing unfolds. It reminds me of Bvlgari's Blue Tea, which I adore. It's definitely not cannabis, but vetiver with sage and earthy notes can create a similar atmosphere. If you wait a bit, a true tea-fougère tenderness awaits you. I specifically compared it to Bvlgari, and in the middle, you can't tell the difference ))))
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Oh, I'm so disappointed. The name sounds appealing, and the pyramid looks interesting. But unfortunately, I hardly smell anything they promised. I don't detect the roses that should be in the fragrance, even though it's called "evil rose." Instead, I get some dampness, like I'm in a basement, and even an exhaust fumes accord. It's like flowers and herbs were just paved over with asphalt. The scent feels industrial and dead on my skin. I've never experienced such a disconnect between what the creators promise and what I actually smell. Completely baffled. )
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