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It's oud-filled love at first sniff right out of the vial. I ordinarily don't like cologne-type scents, but the freshness here really works in an original way. I immediately apply it and it blooms to meld with the delicious earthiness of the soil, leaves and hemp. Surprisingly warm and resinous when it dries down. It's almost sweet, in that vegetal way hemp can be, but I wouldn't have recognized the note specifically. This may be my favorite of Beth's "dirt" scents yet.

I'd recommend trying Iago: "sinuous black musk, wet leather and vetiver" and The Potter's Field: "Rich loam, fragrant grasses, murky vetiver, wild herbs, and dry cedar bark."

Greed has a wonderful heliotrope note, if you want to try it with something less sweet and more earthy.

I loved an earlier version of this, and I'm happy to report that this is nearly as lovely fresh, and likely to be just as good with some aging. Buck Moon 2017 starts out with a sharp pine note and just a hint of ozone. The latter worries me because I often get headaches from ozone scents, but this soon fades. The next phase is warmer, with a vanilla-like furry smell. The musk is coming out and it is gorgeous. Crystalline is a good description. It's like some Egyptian musks I've smelled, a clean skin musk. The musk sticks around and blends with the woods for a subtle, natural-but-better drydown.

The scent is mostly carnation to my nose. I wish I got the pineapple that some have mentioned -- I love pineapple but I don't smell that at all. What I do get is a mildly spicy herbal-floral blend, with a slight astringency from the clove. When I've used this, it's helped to loosen barriers in my interactions with others, to communicate more openly and understand each other better. I'm grateful for this gentle, effective oil.

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Insupportable Misery, from the 2011 Yules, has a wonderful lilac note along with tea, saffron, violet leaf and lavender.

A kind person surprised me with a decant of this, since I recently lost my best friend to cancer. The scent is comforting and gentle - carnations? catnip? - and almost immediately after dabbing it on my pulse points I feel lighter. It stays with me throughout the day as an encouraging presence. I agree on the de-gunkifying aspect. I found myself de-cluttering my neglected living space, taking care of other life business and feeling stronger for it. And that was just my first time with this oil. I will pursue a bath with this for sure.

Wow, this is luscious! It's all rich, earthy patchouli, mellow leather and dark honey. I can't stop huffing my wrist. It gets even more delicious over time, with smoky, woody and vanilla nuances coming out. This is the best beard ever!

This doesn't smell anything like I thought it would. It reminds me of CK One, or fancy men's soap, or dryer sheets. Despite the description of dryness I'm smelling aquatic/ozone. At first I get almost an Egyptian musk note, then something like water lily, then finally I do get a tannic whiff of the white tea -- it's there if I really huff my wrist. Whatever vanilla is in here doesn't play with my skin chemistry. The overall effect for me is not unpleasant, but not distinctive, at least on me.

I had high hopes for the raspberry jam filling, while also dreading the scent would go buttery baked-notes on me. Oh, and many scents with a sugar note have ended up giving me a headache. Well, I lucked out. The sugar is a delightful top note that goes away in a little while, like you've just bitten through that top layer, and then it's sweet raspberry jelly with a comforting yeasty background. It's delightfully silly, and lasted surprisingly long on me.

It starts out all cinnamon, mellows to spicy gingerbread with sweet/tart note behind it, and dries down to sugared currants with the spice in the background.

This is such a great olfactory impression of a Christmas tree! There's lots of sticky resin, a whiff of pine needles, something like vanilla candle wax and cinnamon lighting it up, and a faint breath of Grandpa's pipe tobacco. I smell some things in common with the incense of Midnight Mass, which I love, but this is much deeper and stronger.

I will edit these as questions come in. Last updated October 20, 2016 Subscription boxes? I never got into them. I do like my weekly farm share during the growing season though! Any makeup/body/skin type stuff you'd like to get samples of? Primers, color mascaras, makeup removers, cloths. So, I know it's late in the round for a new question, but ThinkGeek is having a big Halloween sale. Anything catch your eye? No, not me. Ginger or spearmint flavor? Ginger. Witchee, would you like (would you wear?) a long wrap choker? I wouldn't -- I'm just not a jewelry person except for hair toys. Commissioned art: I can't think of anything I want .... Would you be interested in anything from the market? Lots of things! Blueberries or raspberries; beetroot powder, hibiscus powder, horseradish powder, raspberry powder or za'atar; marionberry or nectarine apricot jam. Things from BPTP update that interest me: MonsterPAC buttons, Pumpkin Orange hair gloss, October Dusk bath oil, Lavender Pumpkin Floss perfume. Decants are great -- it takes me a long time to use a bottle. Would any witchees be interested in strawberry, pumpkin & apple, or milk flavor Pocky? I'd be interested in trying the pumpkin & apple. Though I've been playing with sculpee lately and like making sort of character or fandom inspired bead/pendants, would that be something you'd like or have use for? Not for me, thanks. Weenies: I'm interested in trying out Tomb Moss, Apple VI, The Avenging Vase, and Candy Bag Debris. Pepper powders: I love peppers. I already have plenty of paprika, chipotle, and jalapeno. I'd be up for trying some other things. Erotica or BDSM: Erotica, yay. BDSM, not my flavor. I tend to go for longer stories or novels with well-developed characters. I'm a honey aficionado (I really love honey) and our renn Faire has a local honey booth we go to every year and our trip is coming up. Anything from http://www.beefolks.com/default.aspsuit your fancy in particular (honey or otherwise since they have other products?) I'd love to try some of their blueberry honey. Any other renn Faire goodies in general? I have a friend who is a wood carver there and they make adorable geeky pins amount other things and Harry Potter wands? Here are the artisans there: http://www.rennfest....mation/artisans There's lots that intrigues me there! I'm really digging the beautiful drinking vessels from Goodly Woods, and the beaded hairsticks from KJ Craftworks, New Question: Do you celebrate Mabon? Would you like "witchy" or pagan decorations and objects? For example, pentacle wall hangings, mabon poppets, corn dollies, ritual candles, etc? I'm celebrating Mabon today and have everything I need, thanks! Anyone hankering for Craftsy classes? Through tomorrow all classes are $20 or under. No, but you've given me some ideas for projects just by getting me to Google Craftsy. :-) And now a question from me: Would you be interested in any of the following: jigsaw puzzles; puzzle books (like word searches or crossword puzzles or suduko); coloring books; card games; board games? Feel free to elaborate on preferences for any of the above! Crosswords, coloring books, and board games are all things I like to play with. Board games I already have and enjoy are Apples 2 Apples and Encore. I could also use any fun music games for my younger piano students -- or even my adult ones if you find something appropriate. The second part of the Haus of Gloi update is live tomorrow (the 25th)- is there anything you're interested in? I haven't tried their stuff before. The Pumpkin Butter in Imp sounds nice. ​I'm going to the NY Renaissance Faire tomorrow- anything you'd like me to look for? A Hair Twisters ponytail wrap and/or a large, smooth snood. Kings Game by Lisa Millraney on Kindle - I'm not familiar - open to it if you think I'd like it. I have a Kindle Cloud Reader on my desktop. Seattle Chocolates: Maybe! The chili orange looks intriguing. Hibiscus seeds? No thanks - it won't grow in my zone. Off-color needlepoint? No thanks. What interests you from the latest (pre-Halloween) update? A Little More Tea, Holy Trinity, San Cristobal de la Habana (er, whatever it's being called now!), Spider Witch. Like beer? What kind? Booze? Same question! Teetotaler here. What kinds of things do you like to wear? I mentioned some in my questionnaire ... will add more here later. How clothes feel is the first consideration. I like smooth fabrics, room to move, lack of seams/tags/iron-ons, lack of static. I feel naked without pockets on the bottom half of my clothing. I can't stand them on the top half. I like wearing long skirts, cords, jeans, t-shirts, shoes that are practical and cute (I love my chucks with rainbow stars), v-neck cardigans, zip-front hoodies. If you need more info, let me know! Caramel? Salted? Chocolate? I like caramels in general, yes to salted, yes to chocolate, and if you can find cinnamon ones I'll be especially ecstatic. Would you be interested in home made food items? - garlic dill pickles - blackberry jam - dried honey crisp apples - applesauce (with or without red hots) - elderberry syrup (with honey and apple cider vinegar - great for immune boosting) - honey from our bees - rose petal liquor (made with our own rose petals and everclear but diluted down a bit so it doesn't knock you over) - baked goods of your choice, what do you like or dislike? Do you make anything else with those rose petals? I don't do liquor, but jam or baked goods made with rose petals would be amazing. Applesauce with red hots also sounds good. Would you be interested in project bags/pouches? I usually make flat bottom round pouches with a pocket inside and a drawstring. Possibility of embroidery if we still have the huge commercial machine. I can't envision what I'd use these for, so I guess no. Are you allergic to any fiber or do you know what kind of yarn you prefer? (merino, merino cashmere, merino cashmere silk, 100% silk, 100% cashmere, merino nylon, BFL, BFL silk, etc. Or do you like acrylic?) I love 100% silk and cashmere, like acrylic and plant fibers. I don't know if I'm actually allergic, but merino and BFL make me itch. Knitted items? Type? I could really use an oversize silk beanie and/or silk dreadlock tube-type hat. A cashmere cardigan would be amazing, though that seems a lot to ask. Colors? Solid color blue, black or burgundy. Would you want a quilted pot holder? Sure. Do you have any preferred flavour of shortbread? I'd like to try it with orange zest, chopped almonds, or lavender -- or anything special you make that you think I'd like. Do you want anything from the UK? I'm going there soon, but won't have time to shop. Nice black teas (in bags) are always appreciated. Or violet creams, if they'll travel well. Oh, if it's easier/cheaper to get over there in my size and different colors, I do have a favorite bra that's from the UK. Do you want anything from Japan? I'd like to try some of those unique-to-Japan KitKat flavors, like apricot seed, matcha milk, or Houji tea. Or maybe a nice hair accessory. Or cute stickers. Or nice a nice silk pillowcase .... Okay with reused mailing materials? Yes, absolutely! Raging Harry Potter fan? I've read the series but not the auxiliary books, so not *raging*. I do like it, though. I usually get sorted into Ravenclaw. Anyone a nail polish fan? What colors interest you? Not me. Socks/sockdreams/etc? If I need them to keep warm, they may as well be fun-looking! As always, comfort is paramount. I could use some slouchy socks as well as some silk liners. Other than that, somewhere between an anklet and a crew is a good length. Plant fibers or silk. Do you like things with Pumpkin (or Pumpkin Spice?) Yes, especially in savory things like ravioli. Does anyone like fleece character hats? I like the look, but fleece turns my hair into a dangerous frizz-bomb. Do you decorate for Halloween all year? If not, what level of decor do you have for Halloween? I don't decorate. Indoor/outdoor Halloween decorations? What do you do, and what would you prefer to receive? nothing :-) What's your preferred Halloween decor style: classic/traditional (skulls, pumpkins, bats), kitchsy/cute, retro, elegant/Victorian, horror/macabre? I like seeing other people's Victorian decorations. What's your candy preference? Black licorice is a favorite, or dark/superdark chocolate. Oh witchee, if you're a writer type, would you like notebooks or journals? Utilitarian or fancy? Lined or blank? Tell me of your stationery lustings. I can always use fairly utilitarian, lined notebooks. Pretty colors and features like pockets are great, but if the notebook is super-fancy, I get inhibited about writing in it. Do you have an Etsy wish list, and if so, what's your user name there? I'm there under my own name. I'll update my wish list there; it's been awhile. Tokyo Milk? Yea or Nay? I'm not familiar. If there's something there you think I'd like, I'd be happy to try it. Are you interested in fabric? Again, what colors, what themes, etc. I already have too much. :-) What are your tea and/or coffee preferences? Loose leaf / whole bean or bagged / ground? Do you have a favorite type? Flavor? Retailer? I love coffee, and enjoy trying different kinds, especially fair trade and local (to you) roasters. Whole bean and ground are both fine. For tea, I prefer it bagged, and like strong black teas like Assam. Oh, and if my Witch is in Canada, there's an herbal tea I like called Algonquin Lucid Dream Tea. If you could receive one handmade item - everything from knitted or crocheted gloves and scarves to sewn bags to fanart or original art, what would you prefer? A silk-lined winter hat with plenty of room for my hair! What are your favorite fandoms, if any? Not really a fandom person. Skincare- do you use a particular routine? What products would you absolutely not use? My routine is basically no routine, which mostly works fine, so I wouldn't use anything that requires a lot of time or effort. I also have sensitive skin. The occasional sheet mask or a good eye cream wouldn't go amiss, though. Bath/shower products? Sure. I could especially use any type of washcloth/sponge/gentle scrubbing things. BPTP products? Pre-owned okay? Yes. Essential oils and aromatherapy oils- yay, or nay? Yay. Favorite animal? Cats. Twilight Alchemy Lab oils? Yes! I have several on my BPAL wish list (in my signature.) Authors - Jennifer Estep, Faith Hunter. Heard of them? Love them, hate them, or eh? ture.) Not heard of. Knitted things. Specifically scarves/cowls and shawls.....grabby hands or not? Favorite colors? Are you allergic or sensitive to any textiles, ie wools, cashmere, nylon, metallic threads, mohair, alpaca? Knitted washcloths? For the kitchen or for the bath? And again, colors?? My hands are not grabby. Candles or wax melts/wax tarts? Not for me. Speaking of snarky, who's a fan of The Mincing Mockingbird? I'm not familiar. I'm not much into snark generally, though. Hair falls? They look very cool, but not my style. Wishlists: BPAL http://www.bpal.org/topic/127-wishlist/page-14?do=findComment&comment=404935 Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/3RN2UY1426HFS/ref=topnav_lists_1

ReallyZeb, White Light is the one I'd recommend. Here's the description: An immensely potent purification oil. Anoint your chakra points and palms with this oil, and anoint white figure candle, a personal fetish, or any other object representing you. Purges your soul of dark and morose thoughts, and vigorously cleanses away day-to-day irritation and misery. Helps relieve stress and anxiety, and clears your mind of ugliness and clutter.

On me it's heavy black musk with ferns and ... cherry pipe tobacco? It's strong and unusual, definitely evocative of a strange place. When it dries down I get mostly the fern smell. It's not very me, but my grandfather could have worn it with aplomb.

The Teapot, from this year's Lupers, is a beautifully fresh tea scent with a floral hint.

Tenochtitlan has both, and it's easy to pick them out.

At first I'm scared this is going to smell like dryer sheets. It's a very clean-laundry smell for sure -- but softer, and definitely aquatic, not ozone. Once it calms down a little, I'm reminded of my own nostalgic drugstore perfume: the Love's Fresh Rain Scent my mom wore circa 1970-something! I get cucumber and bamboo and maybe water lily? There's a nice powdery thing happening on dry-down. When I want to smell clean, I usually reach for tea or citrus scents; this is a softer alternative I'll add to my warm-weather fragrance wardrobe.

True black tea, a light citrusy zing and a jasmine that's a bit like carnation. It's most definitely a springtime scent, fresh and delicate, with just a hint of soft blooms. I find it refreshing, delicious and dignified.

The 2016 version, on me, is sweet, sweet vanilla with an undercurrent of sarsaparilla. It's kind of like a foodier Tombstone.

Goes on very orris-y and herbal. Dries down to a violet that's almost boozy in its sweetness. The candy violet scent eventually becomes soft, sweet and powdery, and lingers for hours. This is a great addition to the pantheon of BPAL violet scents!

This is an instant favorite for me. There's a powdery, slightly sweet cloud around it (the nag champa, I assume) with complex, earthy notes making me press my nose to my wrist. The herbal astringency of the tea balances the musky leather and truffle accords and the soft floral incense. This is yummy and gorgeously sexy!

Yummy, tart cranberry ... then a blast of ozoney snow/pine ... then sweeter and softer but still piney ... then settles down to a soft, red fruit scent with just a whiff of the garland in the background. I like the initial tart-fruit phase the best. The snow/pine phase almost put me off, but it does not last long. I think I was expecting the cranberries to be strung with popcorn. Anyway, the scent is very seasonally evocative and fun.

Is anyone else getting cucumber from this? That's been my first impression every time I've sniffed it. Along with that wet, green fresh scent, I get spring flowers and dry wood. I can't make out any coconut or vanilla at all. On drydown it's almost purely orris with just a tinge of something bitter-green. It fits the image of spider silk well to my nose.