The Perfume Library

Freak (Eau de Parfum)

7.2

Illamasqua · 2011

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Eau de Parfum

Illamasqua Freak Eau de Parfum is a dark-leaning unisex scent that sets sweetness and smoke over a floral, resinous core; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and its use is spread fairly evenly across daytime, evening and night out. It reads more feminine than masculine, though a good share of voters call it masculine. Guerlain Rose Nacrée du Désert and Guerlain Myrrhe & Délires have a close profile. Opium poppy, belladonna and davana open it, while datura and queen-of-the-night build the floral heart. Frankincense, myrrh and oud form a resinous, woody, smoky base. Sweet, spicy and powdery accords soften that weight.

Freak Scarab

7.1

Illamasqua · 2013

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Illamasqua Freak Scarab is a unisex scent that leans towards evenings and nights out, setting fresh florals and fruit against a sweet, spicy base; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a few people have voted. Voters pick it mostly for nights out and evenings, and it also works for leisure time. It sits comfortably on men and women alike. The top opens fresh and floral with blood orange, neroli absolute and ylang-ylang. Egyptian jasmine, honeysuckle and queen-of-the-night move forward in the heart. Plum compote sweetens the base, while aniseed, leather and moss push it towards a spicy, oriental feel.