I always thought the old you-know-Whoover Scent Tabs smelled GREAT but unfortunately the supply seems to have pretty much dried up. Do the Oreck Tabs smell as good? I am hoping for just a nice clean scent, more like classic Downey as opposed to You-Know-Whatbreeze that has that sort of odd, peppery undertone. I always thought the old you-know-Whoover Scent Tabs smelled GREAT but unfortunately the supply seems to have pretty much dried up. Do the Oreck Tabs smell as good? I am hoping for just... » Read More I always thought the old you-know-Whoover Scent Tabs smelled GREAT but unfortunately the supply seems to have pretty much dried up. Do the Oreck Tabs smell as good? I am hoping for just a nice clean scent, more like classic Downey as opposed to You-Know-Whatbreeze that has that sort of odd, peppery undertone. « Show Less
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We like the aroma, and I don't notice any peppery undertones. I have no experience with Whatbreeze, though, so I can't make a valid comparison.
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Having just opened my bottle and taken a deep whiff -- the mint scent is the predominant one for me, however there is definitely a vinegar scent as well..but not strong. I do use acetic acid-based disinfectants at work, so I may be less sensitive to the vinegary scent.
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Zane, I'm sorry to say...but, unless this is old perfume (like over a year old), it is not the old version. Being an Opium junkie for almost 30 years now, I can honestly tell you that I am heartbroken over the "new recipe". I'm not sure, but the so called new formula for this scent was in direct response to import laws imposed by the Uncle Sam a couple of years ago...so there might be a chance of getting the old formula from the Paris site...but I'm not sure they will ship it here, to the U.S. Hope this helps! And, if you find a way to get the original scent, PLEASE let me know so I can get a bottle.
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Hi Lori, I am sending you a private email as well. First I am sorry that you have a poor bottle. That's not good by any standard. What you have Is not an "old" bottle (because we don't have any old ones) but a bottle with too much scent. I have organised a replacement for you. Again my apologies for your inconvenience.And a huge THANK YOU to all who responded to let you know about our customer service. It is lovely to see that so many people know how much we care about each and every customer and that we do respond to every email we receive and every question we get asked. Hi Lori, I am sending you a private email as well. First I am sorry that you have a poor bottle. That's not good by any standard. What you have Is not an "old" bottle (because we don't have any old ones) but a bottle with too much scent. I have organised a replacement for you. Again my apologies for your inconvenience.And a huge THANK YOU to all who responded to let you know about our customer service. It is lovely to see that so many people know how much we care about each and every customer and that we do respond to every email we receive and every question we get... » Read More Hi Lori, I am sending you a private email as well. First I am sorry that you have a poor bottle. That's not good by any standard. What you have Is not an "old" bottle (because we don't have any old ones) but a bottle with too much scent. I have organised a replacement for you. Again my apologies for your inconvenience.And a huge THANK YOU to all who responded to let you know about our customer service. It is lovely to see that so many people know how much we care about each and every customer and that we do respond to every email we receive and every question we get asked. « Show Less
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Hi I have actually the same question. I bought a year ago Sisley cream on Amazon. It had a strange smell like old stale cream. I had to return that cream.
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Good question Barbara, I was extremely dissapointed with Sublime. I loved this fragrance for years. Then they decided to stop selling it. I was elated when I found it online. But It sits in a drawer, not the same. I should have returned. You should... sorry
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I always use thus and it should be very light with little to no smell. I would return it if I were you. Do you mind telling us which Seller you bought this from? I just bought a new one myself and it's fine. Just wanna make sure I stay away from whoever you bought from. :-)
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Not sure why Yardley quit making the original, but it may have been that violet just went out of fashion and younger buyers considered it a scent that only old ladies would wear. However, there have always be perfume fans who love violet (I'm one of them) and will try anything with that scent. I don't think I ever wore the original, but I like the current version. On my skin, it's a sweet, cool, green-smelling violet. It does have a somewhat nostalgic, melancholy "feel" to it. I have sampled far more expensive violet perfumes that didn't smell nearly as good. Personally, I wouldn't want it any stronger, but everyone's skin is a little different. Not sure why Yardley quit making the original, but it may have been that violet just went out of fashion and younger buyers considered it a scent that only old ladies would wear. However, there have always be perfume fans who love violet (I'm one of them) and will try anything with that scent. I don't think I ever wore the original, but I like the current version. On my skin, it's a sweet, cool, green-smelling violet. It does have a somewhat nostalgic, melancholy "feel" to it. I have sampled far more expensive violet perfumes that didn't smell nearly as good. Personally, I... » Read More Not sure why Yardley quit making the original, but it may have been that violet just went out of fashion and younger buyers considered it a scent that only old ladies would wear. However, there have always be perfume fans who love violet (I'm one of them) and will try anything with that scent. I don't think I ever wore the original, but I like the current version. On my skin, it's a sweet, cool, green-smelling violet. It does have a somewhat nostalgic, melancholy "feel" to it. I have sampled far more expensive violet perfumes that didn't smell nearly as good. Personally, I wouldn't want it any stronger, but everyone's skin is a little different. « Show Less
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the smell still there, but not as strong ... I put the Bounce sheets (the ones you would use when drying clothing in the dryer) in side of the portfolio and hope that the smell would go away sooner or later ... so far, I am not able to use this portfolio and I am out of $50+ dollars ... joy of shop on line.I have been shopping on Amazon for a long time and am always very happy with what I bought ... but lately, things seemed to be a bit off ... Is Amazon "outsourcing" its service ???
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There is one version that is called unscented, but it supposedly still has a smell, just no additional scent. And the original version, the classic, is DEFINITELY NOT UNSCENTED. !!! Depending on who you talk to, it smells like anything from oregano or rosemary to - my opinion - the inside of a very poorly ventilated auto mechanic's repair shop. The smell is very strong - and persists! Absolutely not to be worn around anyone you wish to attract, or for that matter, wish not to offend! (Except in a mechanic's shop, lol!) I am constantly amazed by the accounts of people who say they wear this as a cosmetic, in public, or even at night if they sleep with someone. I say - for medicinal use only! There is one version that is called unscented, but it supposedly still has a smell, just no additional scent. And the original version, the classic, is DEFINITELY NOT UNSCENTED. !!! Depending on who you talk to, it smells like anything from oregano or rosemary to - my opinion - the inside of a very poorly ventilated auto mechanic's repair shop. The smell is very strong - and persists! Absolutely not to be worn around anyone you wish to attract, or for that matter, wish not to offend! (Except in a mechanic's shop, lol!) I am constantly amazed by the accounts of people who say they wear this... » Read More There is one version that is called unscented, but it supposedly still has a smell, just no additional scent. And the original version, the classic, is DEFINITELY NOT UNSCENTED. !!! Depending on who you talk to, it smells like anything from oregano or rosemary to - my opinion - the inside of a very poorly ventilated auto mechanic's repair shop. The smell is very strong - and persists! Absolutely not to be worn around anyone you wish to attract, or for that matter, wish not to offend! (Except in a mechanic's shop, lol!) I am constantly amazed by the accounts of people who say they wear this as a cosmetic, in public, or even at night if they sleep with someone. I say - for medicinal use only! « Show Less
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Well I did notice that it seems the oil is dispersed right away and then hardly any fragrance. Except for patchouli oil ! One drop of that almost runs me out of the house and I'm not sure I even like it.Try more drops or different brands maybe. But I do wish it filled the air with a more potent aroma.
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Not a lot of menthol smell here. I don't know what your interpretation of and old mans smell is. This lotion has a sweet smell and is too sweet for my taste in aftershave lotion. I don't know what you like. Some times you just have to take a chance and if you don't like it, pass it on to a friend or relative.
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You might google the original maker to find the answer to this. I don't remember mine smelling bad, I'm real sensitive to scents. That is why I became a Scentsy consultant. I hope this helps
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I bought two perfumes and two colognes....they don't smell like they should. They're probably watered down...that's why they're cheaper. That could be the reason....
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I've been using Obsession for as long as I can remember. I started ordering it from Amazon when I realized that I was paying more than twice Amazon's price at dept. stores. There is absolutely no difference in quality. None. Take it from one who has known, used, and received regular compliments from friends and strangers alike! As long as Amazon carries it and charges so much less for the identical product, I will continue to order it from them. And yes, it does smell differently on different people. But on me, always the same. I love it.
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I have been a user of this fragrance for years. Something happened and they change the formula and the packaging.No, is not the original but I don't think the original exists any more.If your are a new user you won't notice the difference. It will last the same on you and smell alarmist the same.In my humble opinion.
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They only sell the Spray now. I can't find the Splash version at all. I submitted a written review regarding the Spray versus the Splash.....and the manufacture only apologized stating that that's the direction they were heading (meaning spray only). I have been using Old Spice Cologne 30+ years.......and I always used the Splash product. Now, I merely Spray the cologne into my hand.......rub my hands together.....and rub it onto my face. What else can I do? I still enjoy the smell of Old Spice......and so does my wife! :)