Side-by-side comparison of Scent Gloss by CoSTUME NATIONAL and Lolita Lempicka by Lolita Lempicka
CoSTUME NATIONAL
Lolita Lempicka
| Attribute | Scent Gloss | Lolita Lempicka |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | CoSTUME NATIONAL | Lolita Lempicka |
| Year | 2004 | 1997 |
| Rating | 3.74 | 3.97 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 5 | 13 |
30 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
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The community acknowledges Lolita Lempicka as a beloved discontinued classic, but the new reformulations are widely viewed as hollow shadows of the original. Multiple comparisons confirm the new version lacks the rich, dark anise and tonka backbone that gave the original its soul, with reformulation driven by IFRA regulations and EU bans (particularly Lilial). While some new wearers find the current version acceptable, those familiar with the original consistently report the fragrance feels weaker, brighter, and less complex.