Ambrette 9 vs Not A Perfume

Ambrette 9 is widely appreciated for its beautiful, soft pear and musky character, but the community consensus is that it suffers from severe performance issues with minimal projection and short longevity. While some accept these limitations and love it as a subtle skin scent, most agree the premium price is difficult to justify given the lack of performance, making it best suited for those willing to reapply frequently or layer it with other fragrances.

Not A Perfume is extremely divisive, with reactions ranging from love to hatred depending heavily on individual skin chemistry and potential genetic anosmia to its key molecules. The fragrance works beautifully for some wearers who find it comforting and receive compliments, but others experience it as unpleasantly sharp or can't smell it at all, making it one of the most unpredictable fragrances in the community.