Have you ever spritzed on some perfume just to have the smell fade in less than a couple of hours? Unbeknownst to many, most perfume industries create fragrances for four seasons. And for those residing in tropical countries (like us), the fragrance fails to last long on the skin.
To solve this, the founders of SugarBomb set out to create a formula that could withstand our hot and humid weather – at which they succeeded. Their team has their formulations and R&D department located here in Malaysia to maintain quality control while conducting various tests. Among the major tests conducted is the sensory test, which concluded that SugarBomb’s perfumes last between 8 to 24 hours.
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A Malaysian Twist
Besides perfume, SugarBomb also curates air fresheners and aromatic diffusers with a twist. Unlike typical commercially produced scents, tropical fruits like honeydew, mango, and pomegranate inspire their scents.
The brand’s emphasis on Malaysian scents gives you that sense of familiarity and comfort. Scents like Hutan Rimba and Daun Pandan are among a few of many scents in their air freshener collection with local vibes.
Speaking of familiarity and comfort, did you know that the part of our brain that stores our memories also processes smell? That is highly likely the reason why certain smells remind you of certain people and places or trigger the recollection of events. As a result, you might see mood changes after smelling these scents. There is a word for this, though. When fragrance plays a role in our emotions, it is called aromachology.
SugarBomb Discovery Set: Every Perfume Lover’s Must-Have
SugarBomb knows the importance of aromachology and how the presence of the right scent at the right time can potentially elevate your mood. Hence, the SugarBomb Discovery Set.
What is in the Box
- 30 scents (2.5ml each)
- Smell cards (Morning, Noon, Night)
- Ingredients & Caution Card
- Scent List Card
- Instruction Card
This set allows you to explore 30 scents and their best usage during different times of the day, namely: morning, afternoon, and night. Here is a list of scents separated by time of day:
Morning
- Vanilla Poison (Lush & Luxurious) – Lemon, Damask Rose, Vanilla
- Aromatic Eros (Confident & Daring) – Mint, Maninka, Madagascar Vanilla
- Fruity Solace (Fresh & Calm) – Raspberry, Peony, Vanilla
- Floral Bush (Sweet & Uplifting) – Pomegranate, Green Apple, Jasmine
- Aromatic Scent (Fresh & Inspiring) – Ginger, Maninka, Leather
- Aquatic Miracle (Calm & Tender) – Magnolia, Mandarin Orange, Jasmine
- Sweet Bombshell (Exciting & Alluring) – Tangerine, Jasmine, Musk
- Aromatic Illusion (Charming & Irresistible) – Orange, Pine Tree, Mint, Leather
- Floral Flora (Fresh & Elegant) – Peony, Rose, Sandalwood
- Woody Walker (Calm & Peaceful) – Bamboo, Sandalwood, Ginger
Afternoon
- Citrus Desire (Attractive & Sensual) – Orange, Sea Notes, Tonka Bean
- Citrus Insanity (Bold & Masculine) – Bergamot, Lavender, Coriander
- Sweet Coach (Sophisticated & Luxurious) – Raspberry Leaf, Turkish Rose, Suede
- Fruity Rose (Fresh & Aromatic) – Red Apple, Lotus, Vanilla
- Fruity Sparkle (Luscious & Desirous) – Red Apple, Freesia, Sandalwood
- Fruity Tender (Luxurious & Liberating) – Pear, Freesia, Musk
- Aromatic Adventurous (Cool & Alluring) – Sea Water, Rosemary, Sandalwood
- Spicy Royalty (Powerful & Passionate) – Green Notes, Ginger, Musk
- Vanillavie (Calm & Sensual) – Blackcurrant, Jasmine, Patchouli
- Floral Paradise (Cheerful & Relaxing) – Litchi, Magnolia, Musk
Night
- Fruity Signorina (Delicate & Delightful) – Redcurrant, Rose, Panacotta
- Sweet Scandalous (Passionate & Sensual) – Raspberry, Peony, Praline
- Aromatic Legend (Romantic & Daring) – Lavender, Apple, Tonka Bean
- Floral Immortal (Sophisticated & Mysterious) – Green Apple, Peony, Musk
- Vanilla K.P. Meow (Sensual & Irresistible) – Pear, Honeysuckle, Amber
- Sweet Fantasy (Sweet & Poised) – Plum, Orchid, Vanilla
- Spicy Million (Daring & Attractive) – Grapefruit, Cinnamon, Woody
- Floral Obsession (Bewitching & Passionate) – Litchi, Rice, Basmati, Musk
- Citrus Invictus (Mysterious & Dashing) – Grape, Bay Leaf, Ambergris
- Aromatic Oud (Bold & Complex) – Oud, Roses, Musk
As you can see above, all the scents also have accompanying descriptions. So, if you are having a hard time deciding on which fragrance you would like to put on for the day, you can refer to the descriptions depending on how you are feeling.
Feeling confident and a little daring in the morning? Go with Aromatic Eros to tackle the day. Looking for something more bewitching and passionate for that hot dinner date? Try Floral Obsession to keep the attention on you.
At this point, you might feel overwhelmed with ten scents for each time of the day to choose from. But fret not, because you will probably have fun trying all of them and finish in 2 weeks. Here is how the set works:
Step 1: Apply scents onto smell cards
Like how you spray perfume samples onto smell cards at retail stores, you do the same here. The set comes with smell cards for morning, afternoon, and night. Pick the fragrance(s) you would like to take a whiff of and apply a droplet or two onto the card. Be careful not to let the fragrance touch your nose or skin so that you can experience the other scents better.
Step 2: Start tickling your olfactory senses
Now, this is the fun part – smelling all the scents! However, make sure to take a break after smelling three fragrances to avoid nasal fatigue. Alternatively, you can sniff coffee beans (if they are accessible) between smells to cleanse your nasal palate. If you don’t have coffee beans lying around, you can also cleanse your nasal palate by sniffing the inner part of your elbow!
Always remember that each scent is unique and personal, so take your time finding out which fragrance suits your mood, personality, and time of the day.
Step 3: Time to put ‘em on
Once you have decided on which scents you would like to try for the time of day, apply the fragrance on your wrist and skin and allow the scent to develop over time. The warmth of your skin will react with the perfume and create a scent that is uniquely for you.
Although we have yet to try all 30 scents, so far, our editor’s favourite scents are Fruity Solace (Morning), Floral Paradise (Noon), Fruity Signorina (Night) - scents with lighter notes but on the sweeter side to keep her perked up. As mentioned before, scents are entirely personal and unique to each individual. We suggest you try this set yourself to find the fragrance that delights you.
Conclusion
Overall, we had fun smelling and applying all the unique formulations while discovering new scents we could potentially enjoy. If you are a perfume enthusiast, interested in perfumery, or simply looking for your unique scent, we recommend trying out SugarBomb’s Discovery Set. Retailing at just RM229, this is especially worth your investment if you are the type who wants something different for all occasions.
Contents:
- 30 scents (2.5ml each)
- Smell cards (Morning, Noon, Night)
- Ingredients & Caution Card
- Scent List Card
- Instruction Card
Explore the right perfume for you with the SugarBomb Discovery Set
[This post is sponsored by SugarBomb]