MATIERE PREMIERE
Radical Rose Hair
Hair Mist
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$90
Description
Radical Rose Hair Mist by MATIERE PREMIERE offers a vibrant and modern interpretation of rose, specifically designed to delicately scent and nourish the hair. It opens with a bright, spicy kick from saffron and pepper berries, setting a dynamic stage for the star ingredient. The heart is an overdose of Rose Centifolia Absolute, organically grown in Grasse, which provides a rich, velvety floral core. As it settles, Indonesian patchouli and Andalusian labdanum emerge, lending a dark, woody depth that grounds the composition. This hair mist is formulated with a reduced alcohol concentration for an ultra-fine diffusion and is enriched with natural active ingredients to leave hair shiny and supple. Perfumer: Aurélien Guichard
Scent Profile
Floral
Spicy
Woody
Earthy
Notes
Top Notes
SaffronPepper Berries
Middle Notes
Rose Centifolia Absolute
Base Notes
Patchouli
LabdanumAbout MATIERE PREMIERE
Matière Première is a luxury fragrance brand founded by Aurélien Guichard, a perfumer who uniquely grows his own fragrance ingredients including Rose Centifolia, Tuberose, and Lavandin in the Grasse region of France. The brand's philosophy centers on revealing the raw beauty of natural materials by building each fragrance around one central natural ingredient used in high concentration (85-92% natural ingredients), creating bold, linear, and immediately identifiable signatures with lasting sillage.
Perfumer
Aurélien Guichard
Aurélien Guichard, born in Grasse, France, is a seventh-generation perfumer from a family of flower growers and perfumers, including his father who was also a perfumer. He trained at the Givaudan school and built a distinguished 20+ year career creating blockbuster fragrances like Gucci Guilty and Tom Ford’s Soleil de Positano, while working for companies such as Givaudan and Takasago. In 2016, he established an organic Rose Centifolia farm in Grasse, founding Matière Première in 2019 to champion farm-to-fragrance luxury perfumery using his own cultivated ingredients.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe Radical Rose Hair Mist as a bold and unapologetic rose scent that stands out from traditional rose fragrances. It's praised for its dynamic evolution from a spicy opening to a deep, earthy dry down, offering a unique and modern take on the classic floral. Many appreciate its strong performance and versatile, gender-neutral appeal.
Pros
Performance excellence: This fragrance is noted for its strong performance and great projection, leaving a lasting impression.
Versatile appeal: It's considered a dead-on unisex scent, suitable for anyone who enjoys a bold and contemporary rose, working well for both day and night.
Quality composition: The blend is often described as velvety, oily, and slightly wet, showcasing the natural facets of Rose Centifolia with expert musk choices and a balanced composition.
Cons
Initial shock: Some reviewers find the initial opening to be a bit sharp or spiky, though it generally mellows into a more enjoyable dry down.
Situational drawback: The dark, earthy, and slightly humid facets, sometimes compared to a 'wet basement,' might not appeal to all preferences for a rose scent.
Comparisons
Similar to Portrait of a Lady: While not a close DNA match, some draw ballpark references to Frederic Malle's Portrait of a Lady due to shared amber-patchouli base notes, but Radical Rose is distinctly different.
Vibe & Emotions
Confident and sensual: It evokes a feeling of pure, untainted sensuality and confidence, drawing you in with its carnal yet perfectly played nature.
Mysterious and regal: The scent can create a mysterious intensity, with a regal and evocative aura.
Modern and dynamic: It's seen as a fresh, fearless, and captivating fragrance that redefines classic rose with an edgy, vibrant, and confident personality.
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