If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle.

If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle.

      As a beauty editor, my inbox is flooded daily with news about new perfume releases. One fragrance category that seems to be thriving more than others is vanilla perfumes. It's clear that gourmand scents are being launched everywhere, with almost every new fragrance featuring edible notes. However, as someone with a penchant for sweets, I find some vanilla fragrances to be just a touch too sugary or even headache-inducing. I only genuinely enjoy a select few.

      When I first encountered Matiere Premiere's Vanilla Powder eau de parfum, I was immediately intrigued. The concept of a more powdery interpretation of vanilla appealed to me, as it felt lighter compared to the multitude of heavy, syrupy vanilla perfumes available. I'm glad I gave it a try, as it has become one of my most complimented scents to date and possibly the longest-lasting perfume I’ve experienced. The eau de parfum captured my attention initially, but after trying the newer Vanilla Powder Extrait, the compliments I've received have skyrocketed. If you're contemplating purchasing either the eau de parfum or the extrait, read on for my detailed review of both, and why at least one of them deserves a spot on your shelf, whether you're a vanilla lover or not.

      **Matiere Premiere Vanilla Powder Eau de Parfum**

      Key notes: Madagascan vanilla, coconut powder, heliotrope, palo santo, white musks

      If you truly dislike vanilla perfumes, this probably isn't for you. However, I must emphasize that this vanilla scent is not as syrupy or sugary as many heavy vanilla fragrances. Instead, the Vanilla Powder eau de parfum offers an airy, fluffy, and powdery sensation that sparkles in the air. It possesses a hint of saltiness that prevents it from being excessively sweet. Spraying the eau de parfum feels like applying desiccated coconut and powdered vanilla to your skin, with a smooth muskiness lingering below. It’s a creamy and sophisticated vanilla, and its projection and longevity are unparalleled. While most long-lasting perfumes I can smell for hours afterward, this one? I can detect it the next day, and it lingers on clothing for weeks. I even spritzed it before heading to work at 7 A.M., and not only did I receive several compliments throughout the day, but when I returned home in the evening, I could still detect its presence in my bedroom. So it’s clear that just a small spritz is all you need, and reapplying is unnecessary.

      **Matiere Premiere Vanilla Powder Extrait de Parfum**

      Key notes: Vanilla, palo santo, coconut powder, white musks, tonka bean absolute

      You might think the Vanilla Powder Extrait would be even more intense, yet I actually find it to be less powerful than the eau de parfum. It maintains the same long-lasting enchantment, abundant sillage, and delightful fluffiness as the EDP, but with a warmer, toasted vanilla powder. The addition of smooth tonka bean in the extrait adds a sensual smokiness, as if the edges of the vanilla powder have been slightly singed. It's one of the most refined vanilla perfumes I've ever encountered, and I've genuinely lost track of the compliments it has garnered since I acquired a bottle. Once again, just one or two sprays suffice, as the projection and longevity of both the eau de parfum and the extrait are truly exceptional. Although both come with a £250 price tag, it feels like a worthwhile investment given how little you need to use to enjoy the scent all day without needing to reapply.

      **The Verdict**

      Both Vanilla Powder EDP and Extrait are exquisite fragrances. Given the numerous compliments they’ve received and their remarkable lasting power, I wholeheartedly recommend them. However, I don’t think it's essential to own both. If you prefer a fragrance that draws attention wherever you go, the eau de parfum has an addictive powderiness that envelops you like a halo. Personally, I find it to be more potent than the extrait. Yet, if I had to choose, my preference leans toward the extrait. It shares the same powdered vanilla essence as the eau de parfum but adds a more hypnotic and refined twist. It's still extremely long-lasting and a total compliment magnet, but it's smoother and clings closer to the skin, which I adore.

      If you're torn between the eau de parfum or the extrait, or want to sample them before committing to a full-sized bottle, I highly recommend trying a perfume discovery set or a travel-sized vial to familiarize yourself with the scents (beware: you may want both). However, one of my favorite finds has been the Vanilla Powder hair perfume, which envelops your hair in a mesmerizing veil of powdered vanilla that wafts with every swish. Trust me, if you wear Vanilla Powder, you'll be inundated with compliments, so wear it wisely.

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If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle. If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle.

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If I received a pound for every compliment that this £250 perfume has earned me, I could purchase another bottle.

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