No matter how unique and sophisticated French perfumes are considered, Japanese perfumes will always be more mysterious and original. Most of the fragrances produced in the Land of the Rising Sun are unlike anything else, they have their own special charm, their own unique notes, their amazing sound. It was such a chic-unique perfume called "Shiseido Zen". Reviews of the fragrance prove the words of the manufacturers - this composition is a rarity, has chic and gloss and suits only an exquisite lady.
Small introduction
First of all, let's remember what do we know about a Japanese brand called Shiseido? Yes, today it is very expensive luxury cosmetics and perfumes of the same category. All products of this brand are incredibly high quality, have their own characteristics, and this will captivate the hearts of young ladies. But few people realize that earlier, in the XIX century, andit was then that this company was founded, the latter was nothing more than a chain of pharmacies, and later shops that sold soda and ice cream. But after some time, Shiseido began to produce and sell foundation products for the skin in the form of creams in their then pharmacies (at that time only powders were in use, and this product turned out to be a phenomenal novelty). Since then, the popularity of the brand has grown to global proportions, and, accordingly, production began to grow. Of course, beauty products were produced, from which all the women of the world were literally fans. Cosmetics were soon supplemented with fragrances, and in 1964 the first "Shiseido Zen" appeared on sale. Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to find reviews on them, because the young ladies of that time did not sit on the forums …
About the old fragrance
Shiseido Zen Original, 1964 vintage fragrance. In those years, he, alas, did not fall into the hands of most Soviet women, so almost no one knew anything about him. But in the rest of the world, spirits have gained unprecedented fame, as they literally overtook time. Along with aldehyde, extremely musky and patchouli fragrances, a more delicate, natural, fresh and at the same time slightly gourmand perfume appeared. It was presented in a drop-shaped matte black bottle with golden flowers and inscriptions, and on top was a splash cap in the form of the same black and matte ball.
Vintage perfume base
Officially considered old"Shiseido Zen" is a chypre fragrance, that is, sharp, sonorous and tenacious. In fact, it is impossible to talk about it so narrowly, because the composition is incredibly rich and multifaceted. So, from what esters and extracts did the perfumers of the Land of the Rising Sun create this retro masterpiece?
- Top notes: hyacinth, orange blossom, galbanum, bergamot.
- Heart notes: carnation, mimosa, violet, orris root, rose, jasmine, narcissus.
- Base: amber, sandalwood, musk, cedar & oakmoss.
Based on the reviews of the Shiseido Zen perfume, which was released in the 64th year, woody notes are the first thing felt in them. This is the orris root, and oak moss and cedar shades. Then flowers appear - hyacinth, carnation, narcissus and galbanum. In the middle of the day, you can feel the shades of musk and sandalwood, which in tandem form a powdery haze. Well, at the very end, white flowers and citruses appear - bergamot, violet, jasmine … A complex, absolutely not aldehyde and not "senile" composition, which at the time of its first release simply won the hearts of women. But alas, modern experts considered it not "new" enough, so in 2007 the fragrance was re-released with the same name.
New "Zen"
In order to make the vintage fragrance more modern, but at the same time retain its core, it was decided to simply abandon the painful musky and chypre notes. They were replaced by juicy fruits, white flowers and a more diverse collection.wood. Thanks to this combination, as well as based on reviews of Shiseido Zen, perfumers got a sparkling, moderately sweet and very juicy composition. The perfume sounds like it's been infused with all sorts of tropical fruits, but it's not overly playful, as the notes of seriousness are reflected in the sound of pine, cedar and incense. A bouquet of white flowers, sometimes the rarest and most exquisite, sets up all this beauty in an even more calm way. In general, the result is a perfume that is extremely unusual in its sound, incredibly pleasant to literally everyone, but suitable for a few, as it is very difficult to open.
Olfactory pyramid
The 2007 version is already a floral woody-musky composition. Many argue that this fragrance is nothing more than a reflection of the most exotic corners of Japan, with their unforgettable flowers and trees, with unprecedented fruits and very subtle aromas of incense.
- Top notes: bergamot, grapefruit, orange, pineapple and rose.
- Heart notes are gardenia, freesia, violet, lily of the valley, lotus, iris and red apple.
- Base: incense, patchouli, cedar, pine, amber & musk.
When you inhale this fragrance, you will first of all feel the sweetness and a little sharpness of citrus notes. Pineapple will sound with might and main, and bergamot and orange will set it off. A little later, flowers will become noticeable - iris and rose, and their white relatives, which have a more delicate smell, will appear behind them. At the end of the day, the fragrance will shimmer with woody-musky chords -pine and cedar woods will be shaded by the astringency of incense and patchouli, and all this magnificence will literally be fixed on the skin by an ensemble of amber and musk.
How are consumers feeling?
What are the opinions about the perfume "Shiseido Zen" regarding its sound, notes, their disclosure and composition in general? Most importantly, the fragrance is considered truly unique. It is unlike anything else - there are no analogues either in the "citrus segment", or in the "woody" or "floral" segment. Yes, the notes of certain components are captured, but their combination is so unique that it is simply unrealistic to confuse Shiseido Zen with anything else. The first notes can slightly scare away with their harshness. But do not be afraid that the fragrance will always be like this - after all, these are citruses that come first, so they make their way out of the bottle. Then, in the "radiance" of white cedar, mysterious white flowers begin to sound. This ensemble turns out to be sensual, light, but at the same time tenacious, deep and rich. The fragrance reveals literally every note throughout the day and never ceases to amaze with its uniqueness.
Specifications
Well, now let's find out all the reviews about the durability and sillage of Shiseido Zen. Reviews about this fragrance tell us that it is worthy of the highest praise and is definitely worth more than its money. Perfume stays on the skin for 12 hours, sometimes more, on clothes it can be fixed until the next wash. This fragrance is especially harmoniously combined with natural furs. In tandem withWith this expensive accessory, perfumes sound even more luxurious and bohemian, and, by the way, on such a collar they will last almost all winter. Reviews of the persistence of "Shiseido Zen" also indicate that the perfume is better and more fully revealed on warm skin. It sounds with all the notes and plays for a very long time. If the skin is cold, then the audibility will become less, but at the moment when you think that the perfume has dried up, you will feel their "new wave", with white flowers, wood and oriental incense.
The Shiseido Zen train is an intimate cloud that envelops its owner and lends itself only to those who dare to get close enough to her. Nevertheless, some notes in the air are fixed and sound long, but thin, making others dream and wonder about what this mysterious aroma is.
When perfume will be relevant?
In addition to the sillage, durability and type of fragrance, relevance and relevance are also important for it. No matter how beautiful perfumes are, if they are used "off topic", that is, contrary to the image, time of year or day, then they will sound extremely ridiculous. So, reviews of "Shiseido Zen" allow us to establish that this fragrance is far from universal.
The first rule: you can wear it in early spring, late autumn and, of course, in winter. It is at low temperatures that this mysterious smell will sound most sonorous, show all its notes, amaze the sense of smell and turn out to be more persistent.
Rule two: perfume, of course, is chic and expensive, butThey are meant for daytime use. It is acceptable to combine them in the evening with cocktail dresses that are not too long, but it is best to complement Shiseido Zen with original business suits, extravagant outfits, luxurious fur coats and coats. And for night long toilets and high heels, more gourmand and heavy scents are expected.
Third rule: sweatpants, parka, jacket, jeans, sweaters - this is exactly what you can not wear with Shiseido Zen. This fragrance is luxurious and requires the same image. Dress like the first lady, indulge yourself in beautiful and stylish dresses, suits, coats, complete with branded accessories and precious jewelry. And only then will these perfumes harmoniously complete the image of a luxurious and very beautiful woman.
Spores of the sexes. Do they exist?
It often happens that women are crazy about a certain fragrance, they queue in droves for it and use it everywhere. At the same time, their husbands quietly hate this smell, dreaming that the bottle will end and the fragrance will be discontinued. But in the case of Shiseido Zen, the reviews of men and women are the same. Both sides of humanity are sure that the perfume is worthy of the highest score. Women often perceive these perfumes as a sign of luxury, we alth, excellent taste and sense of style. It's like a trendy scarf from Chanel or Dior. It is small, original, combined with both a dress and a business suit and makes a strict look more relaxed and chic. For men, this fragrance is an aphrodisiac. He seems to beckon them, makes them attracted to a womancloser to taste her intimate train. Perfume will captivate with its deceptive lightness with the help of the aroma of white flowers, but at the same time, it will draw you into its captivity with the tenacity of wood and musk. But the only conclusion we can draw is that if women's reviews of Shiseido Zen are as positive as men's, then the game is worth the candle!
Conclusion
In the abundance of new products and long-forgotten vintage fragrances, it is sometimes difficult to find a worthy copy. But when you discover such a treasure as Shiseido Zen, you forget about everything else. These perfumes will captivate from the first notes, beckon with their eccentricity, fascinate with depth and mystery, create a feeling of celebration and delight due to sparkle and brightness. Reviews of the Shiseido Zen women's perfume completely coincided with their description from the manufacturer. This fragrance is luxurious, expensive, sophisticated and designed for exceptionally stylish and chic ladies.
