Black Sugar vs Hypnotic Poison

Black Sugar by Korres receives mixed reviews primarily focused on its weak performance despite appealing scent qualities. The fragrance develops into a pleasant caramel and violet skin scent but lacks the longevity and projection expected, typically fading significantly within 2 hours of application. Community members appreciate its gourmand-amber character but express disappointment with its performance limitations.

Hypnotic Poison is a divisive fragrance with devoted fans and skeptics. While older formulations were praised for depth and longevity, recent batches are noticeably weaker and reformulated. The scent's gourmand profile (almond, vanilla) appeals to some but the initial notes (often described as root beer, playdough, or rubber) are off-putting to others, making it highly dependent on personal skin chemistry and preference.