Description
The inspiration for Lyra began with a custom perfume created for the perfume designer’s daughter Eve (Evangeline).
The floral richness of this perfume lies in the melding of Jasmine and Ylang Ylang at the heart. Both these essences are associated with femininity and sensuality. In fact, in aromatherapy circles these essences are considered relaxing, euphoric and strong aphrodisiacs. The word aphrodisiac comes from the name of the Greek Goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite.
There are twenty different essential oils, absolutes and C02 extractions in this perfume, including an accord I created. The main notes are Amber, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang and Citrus. The nose behind this fragrance is Roxana Villa.
Alteker – :
I live across the street from Safeway, and the walk from here to there takes me past rows of jasmine. In the spring these emanate the strongest, and this is when I ‘stop to smell’ them.
Lyra smells like my walk. This is such a jasmine dominant composition that I find it hard to believe there are 19 other ingredients here. OK, you will detect narcissus, which I was hoping would have a stronger impact because I love the oily, earthy vibe; but here it plays like a little sister.
I can’t believe jasmine fans haven’t found this yet… you wouldn’t need to look anywhere else. Unfortunately for me, this isn’t one of my preferred florals, but I am happy to say I don’t find it a scrubber.
Another high quality submission from this talented perfumer.