#introvert goblin

Now a warning off the bat: they are dabber style samples. I usually try to avoid getting dabbers, but sometimes they're the only choice you've got. I won't sample from sample sites that do dabbers, but I'll typically support small indie businesses that do dabbers. (After all, I do understand that they're much less likely to leak in transit!)

Now this brand focuses more on perfume oils rather than perfume sprays. At first in my perfume journey, I really didn't like oils that much, but I've actually grown very fond of them over time. Sprays are definitely easier and quicker to apply, but oils really shine in how they sit close to the skin. I'm not usually afraid that I'm going to choke someone out with what I wear.

Anyways, onto Poesie specifically

I bought a merry little set. Mothman, Introvert Goblin, Demeter, and Soft. And as a freebie, I got a sample of Madar too! I was sooooo pleased with this, as I actually wanted Madar anyways, but I couldn't justify buying that many.

Three days ago, I tried out Introvert Goblin.

The listed notes are: chai tea with extra cardamom, a cozy stack of old books, marshmallow, sweet pumpkin flesh enrobed in warm pumpkin spice.

And my goodness, it really is cozy. I can make out all the notes and it's just a delight. I've got a couple pumpkin flesh perfumes and this one is a wonderful middle ground of sweetness. It's very warm because of the cardamom and so it feels very nice to wear. It's comforting. I really do love this and I think despite it being a dabber, and thus more of a hassle to put on, I'm going to try and use up every last drop. It's so lovely and I bet would layer excellently with other perfumes too.

Two days ago, I tried on Soft.

It's just got one note: basmati rice soliflore.

Do I know what "soliflore" means even after looking it up? Not even remotely. But holy shit, this sure does smell exactly like freshly and perfectly steamed basmati rice. It's so delicious and simple. It really does blow my mind. I didn't ever really think about the nuances in that scent before trying it on, but it's just how it's described. It is soft. It is kinda nutty. It is musky. This is another one from this house that feels like it'll layer beautifully with other things in the future.