Bare Fragrance

Bare really surprised me! It’s beautiful and so nostalgic, it makes me want to cry. Smells so pretty and unique. Very clean girl next door and not perfumey at all, like those perfumes that just smell like the mall or Sephora in general. This is not that! I have a HUGE perfume collection, like over 70 bottles lol, and I reach for this often, especially during the day or at night after a shower. I wouldn’t say it’s my favorite man killer or date night perfume, but I think a man would actually really love it-it has its place in my collection and I absolutely LOVVVVE Bare! I never want to be without her and I wear almost every day.

This brought me back to being with my dad, who I lost 14 years ago, it reminded me of my childhood with him-such a specific memory that was something we did often - go to the beach.
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Smells like being on the beach in Maine, at dusk, the smell of ice cold ocean, fresh, clean salt water in your hair. Sun drenched skin lingering with Hawaiian Tropic sunscreen, after swimming all day; a touch of bug spray in the air, (not the yucky kind lol) while roasting lots marshmallows as the sun sets over the New England landscape; pink and white beach roses and evergreen trees, behind an expanse of marshes, reflecting the pastel colors of the sky, turning from baby pink and gold, to dusky blues and purples. On the dry down, the glorious shower at the end of it all, the smell of a shampoo you used to use but can’t place the brand, when you feel clean and ready for bed. With the sound of the ocean outside your bedroom window, you drift off to sleep.
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It smells like a New England summer vacation. For me, that’s exactly what Bare smells like. When I tell you I almost cry every time I wear it. It’s like a hug from my dad, but doesn’t smell masculine. It’s nostalgic, soft, clean, fresh, and feminine, while being sophisticated, but not “grandma-esque.” I would say it’s youthful, and unique AH. You won’t smell like “perfume.” Obsessed, please never stop making this one😭☀️🌊🌕🧸 (I have a bit of synesthesia for those who also do, it smells like the color combo pastel green, blue, and baby pink to me lol🩵🩷💚) hope you enjoyed this novel🥹🤗💕

I went with Bare since it was a “best-seller.” Slightly sweet for my preference, but if that is what you’re looking for, this is for you. It’s otherwise clean and feminine. My only complaint is that I wish it lingered longer on the skin. I went through the entire bottle very fast due to needing to reapply. It does last longer on your clothing though.

I ordered the sampler kit and planned to work my way through all six scents. But I fell in love at Bare and didn't need to try anything else. It was obvious. This scent manages to be both fresh and warm - it's the scent equivalent of that friend who is both deeply authentic and lightheartedly fun. I love that the Esas scents are clean and chemical-free. I'm in love.

This one was nice. it's a scent you can wear into the office and receive no complaints. People would have to get extra close to smell this one on you. It does not have strong retaining power. It'll last a couple of hours, so you'll need to have this one in your purse for touch ups.

I am a Le Labo Another 13 die hard but I was looking for something lighter for day-to-day use. Bare is it! It's floral, sexy and just sweet enough.