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Nahstaict – :
Hi lovelies,
So I went and got me some Kahaia thinking it smells like Nuxe. It does go in that direction but misses the cleanliness and creme/lotion style of Nuxe perfume. Hubby sprayed some cheap but yummy Axe Gold Oud wood and vanilla body spray this morning and we were both shocked well he was rather amused to find out Kahaia and Axe were twins…How odd…
Anyway both scents are good, not bad at all. The only thing that prevents me from loving this is the pink pepper and harsh amber overload.
mastino – :
So I was out shopping at my local Target and the cashier asked me if I was wearing perfume and what is it. I said I’m wearing Kahaia from The Body Shop. She told me I smelled so nice like Hawaii and that she was leaving next week for Maui.
Kahaia was a semi blind buy because I remember testing it out at The Body Shop, when it first came out, and thinking it smelled like Honeymania (now discontinued, sadly).
To my surprise, I like it much better than Honeymania. It’s like a lush paradise garden with creamy Plumeria (the variety that smells like Vanilla), bold Tiare flowers (Tahitian Gardenia), and hints of Honeysuckle. I only sprayed twice and the cashier was 4 feet away. Totally made my day!!
ser7290 – :
This smells like propolis on me and doesn’t change.It doesn’t even have a honey note,how do such things even happen?!So annoying…
Meloman.dp – :
I LOVE THIS. I can’t believe what an incredible score this was for $9 at TJ Maxx. If I found it being sold there, does that mean The Body Shop has discontinued it maybe?
This smells exactly like the tiare bushes that grew outside my room on my Hawaii trip. Every morning I would go outside to stick my nose in those white, gardenia-like tropical blooms and this Body Shop Kahaia has that same milky, creamy, marshmallowy white floral goodness I remember from the island.
I have already received a compliment on it from a coworker who usually does not comment on my perfume choices. She’s a bit shy to talk so giving the compliment must mean she loves it. Another coworker says it smells exactly like the lobby of the Disney Grand Floridian hotel. Kahaia makes me want to seek out more tiare focused scents. I really like that there is no coconut here, which really allows the creaminess of the flower to shine. And headspace technology! How cool is that? Capturing the air around a living flower without picking it? Amazing.
brital – :
It reminds me of Gucci Bloom! It is a really nice jasmine-y scent which is a bit tropical. Unfortunately it does not last long and fades to a skin scent after about two hours leaving behind a vanilla/ambery scent.
trapdoor – :
I bought this yesterday at TJMaxx based only on reviews posted here. It smells like a spicy floral at first and then settles into a creamy soft white scent. The longevity is amazing and also this us a dupe for Madonna Truth or Dare. Buy it, you won’t regret it!
erurlertyd – :
To me it smells similar with their Polynesia Tiare; but Kahaia feels more warm, the jasmine & tiare are more prominent then followed by vanilla-amber. Creamy white floral, smells like beach oh i love this but in Indonesia it still cost 500k IDR (around 40USD) and i can’t justify my self to spend that much for 50ml 🙁
sunUnmadcamyr – :
I just got this a few hours ago from Tjmaxx, but before buying , i had to read your reviews and I was convinced especially when i read that it’s compared to Estee Lauder’s bronze goddess. Thanks to you @Papavero0. Smells like exotic white flowers with light coconut vibe which i adore, and creamy from the vanilla and praline base. Just beautiful for the summer time.
Morz – :
Smells exactly like Hermes Gardenia ! for $8.99 at T.J. Maxx !
znh630JeomiWogkig – :
Got this at TJmaxx this past weekend. After smelling this again today from the bottle it reminds me of Armani Mania a bit. Kind of a salty vanilla if that makes sense, ahhh like spices and vanilla. The floral aspect in this though is more tropical. The flowers remind me a bit of like a Michael by michael kors type flowers. Very tropical florals and vanilla. I think I like it!!
fedorovich85 – :
I’m an outlier here. I can appreciate the quality of this perfume, but it is just too sharp and strong for me. It very much reminds of Roberto Cavalli’s Just Cavalli, both of which feature tiare.
Just Cavalli is also a fairly strong scent, but for me, it is not as sharp and is creamier. I enjoy it much more than this one.
fev972Bessinepome – :
This perfume smells so amazing on my skin. Lasted 3/4 hours so the longevity could be better. It can be quite nauseating if too much is sprayed, but I love it. Kahaia is one of my favourite perfumes ever. It reminds me of a strong, feminine woman who is spontaneous and independent.
schook05 – :
I went today to the body shop and found the little bottles of this collection hidden in a corner. I must say the body shop exceeded my craziest expectations! This is heavenly! Actually, almost all of the fragrances from this collection are to die for, but this one is the best. If i had to limit myself to only one smell for the rest of my life, it would be this. It smells so creamy, so natural, so sensual, relaxing and luminous. Kahaia is so luxurious, a queen would wear it.
It smells very much like Nuxe huile prodigieuse, but better, i simply can’t believe my nose.
This one goes asap to my want list.
I hope the body shop doesn’t discontinues it before i can’t put my hands on it.
Sillage is close to the skin, can’t talk about longevity yet.
This is a must try for every white floral fan.
Note:10/10
david123456 – :
Is “Guettarda speciosa” the same as “Gardenia taitensis”? I read elsewhere that the Polynesian flower “Kahaia” is the same as the first one, “Guettarda speciosa”, and is also called “tafano”. Tiare flower is “Gardenia taitensis”.
Pook – :
While Bowhanti was my personal bet from this collection, this is the one that actually surprised me. Theoretically, judging by the pyramid, i would have said this would be predictable and boring. It’s not a revolutionary scent, but, for what its ambitions are, it does what it promises very well: exotic vacation and feel-good vibes! That’s not something to toss aside…No, it’s not a masterpiece, but it has its allure. The flowers smell natural, not chemical and that’s a big plus in my books. I had big hopes for Guerlain’s Terracotta/Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess and was let down by the chemical/synthetic vibe it has, but this delivers everything that Terracotta failed for me: natural-smelling exotic white flowers without the slightest hint of fake-ness. I still don’t understand why Terracotta/B.Goddess gives off such fake vibes to me, but alas…this one doesn’t and I’m happy for that. So, thank you the Body Shop, for an excellent summer scent!
I forgot to mention: I tested it on my wrist and, despite my low expectations, it lasted a good 5 hours. I even felt whiffs of it late in the evening which, for a Body Shop, is not bad at all…Really surprised me…
zartizurt – :
I love this scent! I decided to buy it without trying it after reading a few reviews, and following my love for exotic flowers like tiarè. This is definitely a very fresh and creamy fragrance that would work wonders in summer, but still be a good winter player thanks to its luminous notes. Vanilla is definitely the protagonist, however the white flower scent sticks around for quite a while, just like loyal sidekicks! Recommended if you like sun oils and coconut but are looking for something more polished and classy
SergDe80 – :
My impression of this scent is very good. I like it even better than the Swietenia perfume from the same line.
It’s sweet, but in a modest way, creamy and floral just right amount.
The best part is the praline note which is suited to other notes remarkably well.
The scent is floral and powdery, but you can sense the edible praline note, without it being too overwhelming like it usually is.
This perfume would be perfect for a warm sunny day, a possible beach scent, tropical and dreamy.
eclips3 – :
Congratulations TBS, this IS a gem! It’s from the same family as my beloved Guerlain Terracotta Le Parfum and Yves Rocher Monoi de Tahiti. Even better, dare I say, due to the absence of coconut!
See, coconut is a tricky note. It can easily turn plasticy and cloying. What TBS did here was to replace the typical coconut in these summer-in-a-bottle white florals with praline and vanilla.
Now, I’m biased because I love myself some powdery vanillin, but this unexpected twist worked. so. well.
Vanilla does not steal the show. Au contraire, helps keeping this a sweet floral! Jasmine is also tamed here. It’s summery and fresh, not soapy.
As the hours go by, it turns more dripping honey-like and less floral.
I’ve found the longevity to be around 4 hours. Strong for a TBS frag.
If you’re a fan of these scents, and The Polynesian Island Tiare disappointed you by its ongoing crispy greenness, make sure to give this a try!
Mecqj210InsuffBooni – :
Kahaia is luscious and creamy. It smells like a body cream way more than a perfume.
It is appropriate for summer wear since after a while it smells like a sunscreen lotion/beach oil.
But beware. It turns *vanillic* for some reason after the white flowers notes fly away. At that point it reminds me strongly of Lalique Le Parfum! So yeah, the drydown makes me think one can wear it even in wintertime. Not original, but totally comfortable.
nicolette847 – :
Elixirs of nature collection is already here in middle east. Each fragrance is 50ml & created using head-space technique. I’ll try to test them all & write a review.