7
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
After My Own Heart
feminine
Created by Ineke Ruhland
After My Own Heart by Ineke is a Floral fragrance for women. After My Own Heart was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Ineke Ruhland. Top notes are Green Notes, Bergamot and Raspberry; middle note is Lilac; base notes are Musk, Heliotrope and Sandalwood. After My Own Heart is the first in the alphabetized collection. It is a romantic reflection on finding yourself in a place that feels just right. This scent is inspired by the romantic and wistful lilac flower, which to Ineke is the forgotten flower of perfumery. After My Own Heart is the scent of fresh lilacs floating on the early evening breeze. Sweet fruity (bergamot and raspberry) and crisp green notes lead into the tender heart of lilac. The base features with sandalwood, heliotrope and musk.
Fragrance Notes
Best Season
8%
Win
97%
Spr
51%
Sum
18%
Fall
Day & Night
100%
Day
14%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
333 votes
3.85
Love it
9428%
Like it
15747%
OK
206%
Dislike
6219%
Hate it
00%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 16 community opinions from Reddit
5.5
/ 10 community score
The fragrance community views After My Own Heart as an inoffensive but ultimately unimpressive floral that fails to stand out. While it has a pleasant soapy-floral character, reviewers consistently criticize its lack of longevity, complexity, and lasting appeal despite appreciating Ineke's work overall.
Strengths
- Pleasant soapy floral character
- Nice aesthetic and presentation
- Appealing to those who enjoy delicate florals
Weaknesses
- Poor longevity and weak projection
- Lacks interesting complexity or depth
- Can feel overly soapy or generic on skin
Best for
Casual everyday wearFragrance samplers and discoveryThose seeking soft, subtle scents
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
