Pairfum London Fragrance Library: Review
I do love fragrance, there is something which can really uplift a mood with it. My Mum once said to me, if your having a bad day even if you don’t put make up on spritz a bit of perfume and it might make you smile.
She was right. Of course, it is no magic wand, but there is something about fragrance, which at least for me can help uplift, relax or invigorate me. Which as aromatherapy suggests is something that many people find.
As such when I was contacted by Pairfum London, to try out their Fragrance Library, I jumped at the chance.
Who are Pairfum London?
Pairfum London is a company who specialise in a private collection of fragrances.
They offer both home and personal fragrance, all of which are handmade in the UK by artisans.
Each of their fragrances is designed to be luxury with a conscious. Each one is both natural and eco-friendly.
As a company they strive to be different; as in their industry, a company can claim a product to be natural with the inclusion of just 20% natural ingredients.
Pairfum London is different; with each item being 100% natural. They also use no GMO ingredients (did you know that 99% of soy wax candles include GMOs?), while all essential oils are natural or organic. That’s no the end they are also co2 neutral and non-toxic and non-carcinogenic.
Fragrance Library – Perfume Experience.
Trying fragrances is a very personal experience and something that should be done carefully. As such Pairfum London have come up with the fragrance library, which allows you to try their range from the comfort of your home.
Alongside 12 sample bottles, each including around 100 sprays each (enough to allow daily wear for around 2 weeks). There are 50 smelling strips too allow you to sample and share your perfect before wear.
As someone who has found since my fibromyalgia has got worse, my sense of smell has become more sensitive and what I can wear has changed. Being able to try things longer term is a great help.
Fragrance Testing.
If you are unsure the best way to test fragrances a great in-depth guide is offered here.
However, here is a quick rundown on the best way to fragrance test is:
- Use a test strip. Try not to get the fragrance on your hands as this will influence future samples.
- Once you have it narrowed down to around 2 then it is time to try the fragrance yourself. Spray on the wrist and do not rub. Allow the fragrance to naturally worth through its cycle and notes through the day.
- Nasal fatigue is real and sets in after about 3 different scents. So don’t test too many fragrances at once.
If you are wondering about which perfumes you get try via this box well they are:
- Bergamot, Basil and Patchouli.
- Black Cherry and Oolong Tea.
- Cardamom, Tonka and White Oud.
- Ginger, Elemi and Vetiver.
- Grapefruit, Pepper and Black Cedar.
- Mandarin Blossom and Sandalwood.
- Neroli, Musk, Orange Blossom.
- Pink Rose and Sensuous Musk.
- Scarlet Rhubarb and Oakmoss.
- Sea Salt, Sage and Amber.
- Spiced Coffee and Oaked Vanilla.
- Spiced Rum, Lime and Guaiac Wood.
When trying fragrances it is always worth remembering that while step one is to try it away from your skin. It is only once you have it on yourself, you can see how that fragrance reacts with your skin.
Personally I have no issue with any rose fragrance. However, once I put many on my skin, they smell awful.
As such testing away from and on your skin, while giving the fragrance time to cycle through its phases is a must.
My Thoughts on the Perfume Libary.
Personally I think this is an amazing way to try out the wide range of niche perfumes that Pairfum London has on offer.
It allows you to take all the time you need to go through trying the 12 fragrance. From giving yourself time between smelling each one on the test sheets. To then testing what works well with your own chemistry and sense of smell.
Plus if after trying you decide you need a full-size bottle in your life you can claim back the cost of the perfume library on purchase. So if you are thinking about buying a perfume there is no reason do to test it out via the library beforehand.
I definitely found that being able to try over a longer period, meant that I could fully evaluate how the perfume worked for me across the notes change. As such I think this has changed the way I will look to buy perfumes in the future, looking to try out samples before purchase.
If you would like to try out the Pairfum London Fragrance Library Perfume Experience for yourself it comes in at £30.
What do you think of the sound of the perfume library, would you like to trial samples this way?
I received the items shown in this post free of charge for the purpose of this review. This, however, doesn’t affect my opinions which are as always honest.
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I like the sound of these! I struggle with making decisions, so to sample multiple fragrances at home would help!
I’m surprised I haven’t heard of Pairfum London, sounds like they make lovely fragrances! individual fragrances sounds interesting 🙂
They have some really love perfumes going on really different!
What a lovely unique present this would make for someone. These fragrances sound like they would smell so good.
They are all so unique and smell lovely! Definitely a lovely gift idea.
Isn’t it weird how physical conditions can affect our sense of smell? I couldn’t stand most scents during chemo and now I can hardly smell them!
It is so strange, I really struggle at times with some smells and everything is so much stronger.
I love that they are natural and eco-friendly. A fragrance library is a fantastic idea!
It is such a great idea and a lovely way to get to try out new fragrances.
I’m something of a fragrance addict and I love the idea of this set, being able to try and combine fragrances in this way is such a clever idea
It really is – it has definitely changed the way I think about trying out fragrances.
I love that these are totally natural x
It is great isn’t it – I love that they have that going for them.
I love trying new fragrances!! 🙂 Will need to give this one a go as for the last couple years I stuck with the same scents and brands x
Ohh definitely give it a try then – it is amazing all the different scents included! Each one is so unique.
I loved reading this. It’s great to learn about a fragrance library!
I am so pleased you enjoyed it – honestly it is such a great way to try out fragrance.
Handmade, indiviually catered for perfumes sounds amazing. I love the idea that a scent could be unique for you rather than being one of many wearing the same.
It’s so nice isn’t it – I love that they have so many different scents which you just won’t find every day on the high street.
this sounds right up my alley as I love natural products and am a big fan of natural fragrances – they are so much gentler on the planet and skin, and I love how varied they can be x
I notice that you mention that your sense of smell has become more sensitive as your fibromyalgia has worsened. Makes me wonder if this is a known symptom of the condition. As if so, why? Also if so, perhaps those with this symptom if willing to share information regarding this symptom, and any successful ways of dealing / coping / managing this aspect /symptom of the condition could assist peer/s if / when they may have to deal with this aspect for themself /ves.
Also makes me wonder how much fibromyalgia re impacts upon. As well as what measures can improve quality of life for those who are impacted by this ill health condition.
The population are generally encouraged to have good nutrition. So it seems that healthy foodstuffs should be easily obtained. Accessible, available, acceptable, appropriate :- Home, Pre-school Nursery, Childcare Facilities, School, College, University, Workplace/s , shopping centres, etc being all the places that we attend / accommodate over /at mealtimes, it seems these are priority places to have access to healthy, nutritious meals and snacks. Humans requiring to food for energy in order to function / be productive. Seems obvious that that should be easily accessible. Yet how well sourced are these places in regards to our daily needs?
Generally we hear that life is stressful. Why? Seems that Government, etc should be aiming to make our Enviroments, etc less stressful in order that we can work, rest, play :- Have a well balanced, happy, healthy life / lifestyle.
Would perhaps improvements on these aspects of life assist those with fibromyalgia, as well as the whole general population / nation, etc?
Yes, sensory overload is both part of fibromyalgia and ME so realistically it could be either that caused it or both in me. I also can’t deal with loud noises, have light sensitivity and struggle when there is too much going on at once (all of which are part of sensory overload). It’s something going on in the brain which means it isn’t working correctly to deal with all the information coming in.
The only real way to deal with it is to remove yourself from the situation causing it, as it can bring on panic attacks, heart palpitations, dizziness etc.. which will then lead to intensified pain levels and fatigue.
There are many articles about it if you google sensory overload fibromyalgia or sensory overload ME.
I hope that helps a bit.
This sounds like such a great way to try out the right perfume for you.
It really is – it is great to learn more about what suits you from the comfort of your home.
I love the idea of a fragrance library, what a brilliant idea . I have never heard of one before but could definitely benefit from it
It is such a great idea, I had sort of wondered the point of testers in the past but I totally get it now!