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It depends. If it's hyped up or was recommended by someone and it doesn't hit, then I feel bamboozled. If I blind buy based on reading the notes and no other review was taken into consideration, then I take the L.

@@patrececritiques I can see that. I just think if someone else liked it and told you so and then you try it and don't like it that isn't being bamboozled to me. But I can definitely see being let down by it. Not trying to start an argument lol.

The fragrance world is such a fun and unique space. Everyone one has a different scent profile, and that makes it beautiful. Not everyone will like the same things....but when I see the hype of these fragrances and for my nostrils to not like them, lol. I conclude that I have been bamboozled because there is no way we are smelling the same thing. 😆 🤣.

@@patrececritiques oh yeah for sure. We all smell things either slightly differently or very very differently. That's one thing that makes all this interesting. Just yesterday I was wearing lattafa Asad (which I LOVE) and was getting compliments all day til one person gave me her honest opinion and it was different from everyone else's.

I definitely understand what you mean. There's a lot of hype surrounding Middle Eastern fragrances, especially at the current price point. But I must say there are some that's worth checking out.

Khair and Yum smell almost identical, but yum is a little more creamy. I hope it grows on me the more I use it. Now Amethyst is STRONG!

Lol, him describing fragrances would be hilarious.

@@patrececritiques do some collabs. Hold his hand through a few.

Do you prefer Khair or Yum Pistachio?

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I am starting to venture into the more complex scents, but it's baby steps for me. I do like fruity florals as well. Gourmands are my new obsession at the moment . I really like scents with caramel.

The fragrance world is so fascinating to me. I get none of that smelling Oud Mood. It just smells like incense/smoke to me.

How do you feel about Yum Pistachio? Also, I will try that layering as well.

They get me a lot, lol. I am getting better at knowing which notes I don't like, so I will avoid those fragrances.

I am getting better at paying attention to the notes and realizing what I don't like instead of following the hype. Peony, almond, and Middle Eastern oud are a straight up no for me. Lychee has grown on me, but it has to be mixed with something good. Surprisingly, rose is growing on me too.

It was definitely a good read! Have you tried any other good autobiographies you would recommend?

​@@patrececritiques I have so many 1. High on arrival by Mackenzie Phillips 2. Miss memory lane by colton Haynes 3. Brave by rose McGowan 4. Not my father son by alan cumming his first memoir 5. The great peace by mena suvari 6. Tell me everything by minka Kelly 7. Home by julie Andrews 8. I have the right to by chessy prout 9. Pageboy by elliot page 10. Crazy is my superpower by aj mendez 11. What my bones know by Stephenie foo 12. Tough by terry crews

@angelaholmes8888 OMG, thank you! I will give some of these a try.

🤣😂 @ the gates of hell! They are loud and overwhelming, for sure. I definitely don't get the sweet they are talking about, either.

I definitely don't like oud, but I do like pistachio. There is something about yum pistachio/khair that I can't get with. Target has a pistachio scent from the Fine'ry, and I really like that one.

Target has a pistachio scent from the Fine'ry that I actually like. It's not bad, but yum pistachio just does not do it for me. Maybe they have too many notes in it. Almond is just a straight-up no for me. I have tried a few different almond scents, and they are bad.

Great advice, thank you! I did give them a chance and wore them several times on my wrist and arms. So it was not very close to the nose and still found some unpleasant. After all that, I came to the conclusion that Middle Eastern oud is not for me. Most of the ones I did not like have oud as a note.

It is a very interesting world for sure. My nostrils are childish, though. They like simple scents. Hopefully, they will grow up so I can appreciate the more complex stuff soon.

@@patrececritiques Yeah, sometimes you've just got to embrace the complexity and jump out the window. I'm a fragrance nerd daredevil, so the more extreme, weird, and off-putting the better.

@dually81 I am trying, but I might have to take baby steps.

So what you are saying is that Amazon saved me by sending the wrong one 😆 🤣 😂?

@@patrececritiques 😂😂possibly. I gave it to my mom and she loves it and says she gets compliments but to me it smell like mildewy lol

@jonestacara Listen, our parents grew up thinking Chanel number 5 smells good 🤣 so they like most fragrances. They are not very picky. The fragrances my dad buys kill me every time, and he swears they smell good. I am so glad now that they sent the wrong thing.

@@patrececritiques 😂😂😂right! Cause Chanel no 5 is not good at all lol. I remember the first time I smelled Youth Dew one of Estée Lauder oldest scents. It smelled so bad but it’s so cool they still have the same formula from the 50s

@jonestacara I believe our kids are going to clown us for Bacarat 540 in the future. That's going to our version of Chanel number 5 lol.

Light? Soft? I think my nostrils are broken 😆 🤣. I get the opposite.

Will do!

It is!!!!

Are you okay? Coming off kinda strong here. There are many Middle Eastern fragrances that I like. And yes, I believe some of these people lied because a few of these smell terrible 🤣😂. Why would they lie? Ask them.

@@patrececritiques I’m great actually! Accusing strangers that easily influenced you of lying is coming off STRONG!

@MrsOrganics Very STRONG 💪!!!!! Being influenced is the whole point of watching review videos. I like fragrances, so I see what others say about them and purchase accordingly. Others I research and others I blind buy. In your first comment, you accused me of not liking Middle Eastern fragrances ( which is a lie). In the same way you made that judgment the same way, I think some of these are no good, and they must be lying 🤥. Because some of these smell terrible 🤣😂!

You are correct. My childish nostrils do not like Middle Eastern oud at all.

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@@patrececritiques 🤣🤣🤣

Amethyst is crazy good!!! Trust me, it's cheap so even if you don't like it just give it away but do try it, she's correct though it leans a bit more masculine.

@@user-hw5xh2yw5v ok ima get it

Choco Musk is good on the dry down, and it must be layered to smell good. On its own, it's just okay to me.

Dupe videos coming soon!

Thank you!

Yesss!!!!!

It's interesting to watch these young women take on this lifestyle. However, as influencers, they are making money, so they are not as traditional as they are portraying. Some of them will learn the hard way.

A BF should not be making those types of demands. That's number one. Also, the fact that he gave you an ultimatum is a red flag, in my opinion. That sounds like he wants to control the relationship, and making you financially dependent on him will ensure his control.

@@patrececritiques I think im being gaslighted because I said that's an ultimatum. He said no you need to do x by this date. Or I'll do y......I thought about breaking up with him. But it's arranged by my parents an their friends

@bubblebrooke3338 Definitely gaslighting, I can't tell you what to do, but this sounds like it won't age well. Keep your job, and if he leaves, then so be it. Your parents and friends will be fine.

@@patrececritiques I know. I picked my Career. I am volunteering at places. And I decided to live my life.

@bubblebrooke3338 You go, girl! You will find a loving supporting partner, just keep being you.

Lol, passenger princess for life!!!!

true they are hypocrites

I think they are lying to be honest because that is not a sustainable lifestyle. That is a breeding ground for resentment, burn out, and other forms of mistreatment.

Yes it is!

Ohhhh, let me go compare both.

You are right, it is a dupe for good girl.

@@patrececritiques I am contemplating on buying it now 😅

@SomeOne-ry6qo It is about 98% spot on. If you don't own good girl, you won't know the difference.

Definitely getting the full bottle.

@@patrececritiques yes you should