Aromatic Blends: Vanilla & Cedarwood Kiehl`s for women and men

Cheaper version of Estee Lauder's Amber Ylang Ylang. Warm, milky, comforting fragrance.

Smells like sweet jordan almond candy to me. It's a very natural vanilla smell, not very sweet and cloying like a lot of vanilla scents. The iris diffinately enhanced the sweetness of it. Initially I smell the cedar but it fades pretty quickly and leaves a rich vanilla iris drydown. I don't smell the amber at all for some reason, it's not a very warm scent to me. It's still really a nice scent for everyday wear.

After wearing Kiehl's VANILLA & CEDARWOOD a few times I must admit that it is more complex than I initially supposed. Probably I was expecting vanilla and cedarwood and did not really think about what else might be going on here. Wearing perfume is similar to listening to music for me--I can never fully grasp a composition, but only notice salient aspects, and they will vary from one occasion to the next. Now that I give this "aromatic mist" a closer sniff, I realize that the orchid is quite important to the mix. The cedar smells natural, and the vanilla good, but there is an extra edge to this seemingly straightforward two-note wonder.

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Here is the text about this creation which I found at the Kiehl's site:

"Vanilla & Cedarwood: A seductive fusion of Ugandan Vanilla and Cedarwood, heightened with a hint of iris, which gives way to rich amber. The creamy vanilla in our blend owes its unique aromatic character to the exotic vanilla orchid grown on small, sustainable farms in Uganda. This warm and sensual aroma was fused with smoky Cedarwood to add a complex, balsamic character - reminiscent of tobacco farms in the southern United States."

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To my nose, the notes here are variably dominant, and, no, I do not believe that this is a figment of my imagination. As a matter of fact, I recently learned from the NSTAR gas man that the reason why I thought that I had smelled a gas leak in our basement on one occasion, and then the next day I detected nothing (though it turns out that there really was a small, "annoyance" leak--fortunately not life-threatening!) could have a variety of different explanations, including the draftiness of the place and also the temperature and humidity!

Today while wearing VANILLA & CEDARWOOD I even noticed a slight mintiness in the opening, which I had never noticed before. I don't want to go overboard here, though. This is not a super-complex perfume. It's more of a light fragrance made of natural-smelling cedar and vanilla and orchid with those notes waxing and waning to produce epiphenomenally a more complex combination. It smells good, but the orchid might be too strong--at least under certain conditions!--for someone who is looking for a flower-free composition. On a cedary day, I'd say that this composition is definitely unisex. On a vanilla-orchid day, it seems more feminine to me.

VANILLA & CEDARWOOD is said to be an aromatic mist (a new concentration category, to join cologne concentrée?), but the longevity and sillage seem just like that of an eau de toilette. This is not a body spray.

I like vanilla in moderation but can't seem to be able to wear it without feeling choked. I saw this one had cedarwood in it and had high hopes. Got a few samples recently and was very excited.

The first burst is divine - exactly what I was looking for. Vanilla pods and crispy cedar, gorgeous! Shame that it's only the initial spray, because after mere 15 minutes: cedar - gone, freshness - gone. My skin which tends to give an extra 'oomph!' to the sweetest notes making the most of vanilla and amber in this composition. It smells rich and smokey like tobacco leaves and stays flat for the entire day.

I really do like it, but I so wish that for my chemistry's sake this would be heavier on cedar or any other fresh note to balance out the iris and amber based vanilla. Needless to say this has longevity of an EDP on me and I only need two small sprays to smell it throughout the entire day.
Today I applied 4 sprays and have sore throat as a result.

I am going to try and layer it with something fresh and vibrant. I'm thinking CK One as a matter of fact, it could be interesting.

I finaly got this . Juhu .. and i am in LOVE this is so much more then i expected. infact very different to what i initialy looked for . but this put me under its spell right away. The softness. the slightly cool powdery vanilla.. Almost as Vanilla snow flakes.. ha ha . there is no such things. but if it was this would be the smell off it. so refreshing comforting. like a healing wind off love
The cedar is cooling slightly smokey
the vanilla cooling the iris slightly powdery. not very prominent ..
This do remind me off fall as many stats. like a cool day whit sunny raies warming just a little bit. a fire neary. whit children running around and warming red apples on the fire.. There isent a apple smell to this one , but there is a kind off sweetness that reminds me off wrm apples whit vanilla .. but i think this is more off a picture i create in my head smelling this.. Grownups wearing . owersized jumpers to keep warm. Leafs faling form the treas .. just a good wib off warmth joy and expectations off a new season ahead ;)

I do want to add that there is Listed Uganda Vanilla Orchid on the notes aswell . and amber.
the cedar i ment to be smokey cedarwood to add complex balsamic character-reminisent off tobaco farms in the south off US ;)
a new star is born on my perfume heaven
Simply beautiful
I will add that IMO this is very feminin on my skin.. i had a hard time understanding that this was suited for males aswell ;) But i guess skin cemestry is a big thing here to

It's vert cozy scent. I enjoy it and great for sharing too and it's soft enough for me and woody enough for all the boys in the house.

This is really a lovely scent, and as far as the lotion component of this scent, one of my favorites (its extremely moisterizing!!)

I'm not a big vanilla lover of the sweet kind, but here its not sweet at all. I think wearing with the lotion adds to its longevity (though the lotion is fine by itself!) as well as the amount of sillage.

At the dr's office when I walked up to the desk the receptionist said "you smell wonderful" and all I had on was the lotion at the time. I wrote it down for her so she could get it herself!

You certainly smell the cedar in this but its not overkill. If you like nonsweet vanilla, then this is going to be up your alley. I don't know about anyone else, but I smell a very small dollop of comething almost citrus here. Its very light but I smell it here and there.

Though I did't have very high expectations for the juice, it really does go a long way. It lasts as long or longer than quite a few EDT's out there but likely would be considered 'cologne'.

Is it linear? Yes, so if you don't like linear, probably not for you.

Longevity though is great, though for the most part, most people won't smell it on you unless they're in your personal space.

Needed some retail therapy today after a frustrating day at work! What better to do than to pop into a KIEHL's branch (opposite a famous castle West of London)? I have not yet really familiarised myself with this old skool American brand. Somehow my European snobbery has not yet allowed me to fully buy into KIEHL's (until now that is).

This was love at first sight!

Of course, this is only a mist, so do not expect radiation in the style and capacity of an AMOUAGE. But I just wanted something to lift me up, you know? Like a good friend's pad on the shoulder to tell you "it's gonna be fine!"....and that's exactly what this little fella did for me.

Just a clean, creamy, warm and friendly, sunny smile of a scent. The Vanilla is Ugandan, so slightly different from the Madagascarian one.

The opening is a bit "piney/ forresty" thanks to the cedarwood but it quickly gives way to the sexy and uplifting amber, then this harmony sinks an octave deeper to a shimmering tender iris until it melts into that creamy, yummy, skin scent vanilla you just wanna eat (not because it is so stereo-typical gourmand but for its natural beauty). Sandalwood adds to it and glimmers into the deep warmth, humming like the final note in a song that does not seem to end.

I was amazed by the projection and longevity of this fragrance considering that it is an "aromatic mist". I had only applied a single spray to the back of my left hand. Kiehl's fragrances are loaded with essential oils, so I suppose that is the explanation. While deciding whether or not I wanted to take this blend home with me, I wore Blue Agava and Cacao on the back of my right hand. It faded in only minutes and became a mere skin scent, as Vanilla and Cedarwood was still going strong. This fragrance really is a perfect blend of vanilla, cedarwood and amber. I would imagine its a great layering tool. Also very similar to APOM Pour Homme, minus the orange blossom with a splash of vanilla.

A "cinnamonized" scent. It smells like a Christmas in the 50s, vin brule, wax for wood, incense stick. Would be great for a perfume for home. Hard to wear, I believe.

Really gorgeous, there is no other way to describe this for me. I want it. I was given a sample by a lovely lady and I am so appreciative. This, to me, evokes the perfect early autumn day. Sunshine, changing leaves, the outdoors, my favorite sweater, and my dad in his workshop making a canoe. Oh, and there is a fire burning somewhere, maybe some burning leaves. It really does not get any better than this.
Personally, on me, the cedar wood is dominant, and I can dig it. Really dry, close to the skin, amazing longevity. Total love.
This is truly a unisex scent to me, and I don't feel that way very often.

Very nice, great blend of woods and vanilla. I would get a bottle immediately if it wasn't for the fact that I have this smell in the form of another scent: Yves Rocher Vanille Noire. They are almost identical, with the exception on Vanille Noire having a slightly heavier spicier character. This is a bit more sheer, but isn't really light either. An easy, non-sweet, vanilla scent.

I blindly bought the shower gel and lotion and I'm happy I did. On me this is very smoky, almost like I can smell a faintness of tobacco in the mix. It's perfect for fall and winter; too heavy for warmer weather. I've it on for around 4 hours now and the scent smells like it's been freshly applied. This sits close to the skin, so it's a great cuddly scent, but it probably won't get you noticed from afar. As this settles, it actually reminds me of Kate Walsh's Boyfriend or Fancy Nights even though it doesn't have any patchouli. I agree with jillhare that this could pass as unisex because a woman can pull it off just as easily as a man. If you like the smokier scents give this one a try.

I was gifted a 1.5 ml spray sample of this scent by a fellow member and applied 1 spray to both my right and left wrists at 2:50 P.M. It is currently 10:35 P.M. and I can still smell this scent on both of my wrists!
When first applied this scent is a warm vanilla with a slightly woody, bordering on spicy, scent of cedar. After I let it settle on my skin for about 15 to 20 minutes this fragrance develops into so much more. The amber seems to give this scent some depth and sweetness, while the iris brightens this scent without making it floral at all. In fact, around 7:30 P.M. I noticed a sweet almost fruity creamy scent and sniffed my wrist only to discover it was me! It is a close to the skin scent, but in a really nice way. Those people who are part of your personal space are able to smell you are left feeling all warm and fuzzy inside after being close to you.
In my opinion this is a LOVELY scent! As jillhare mentioned, it evokes the memories and feelings of a perfect autumn day. I immediately think of changing leaves falling to the ground, sitting outside carving pumpkins, and sipping hot apple cider while wrapped up in my favorite sweater. Normally I love sweet gourmand scents, but this is just like putting a memory in a bottle that you can relive everytime you spray this wonderful gem. As far as adding the body lotion to this (I do not have it) I imagine this would boost the longevity and sillage of this beautiful scent to another level! I already have the 1 oz aromatic mist, deluxe samples of the hand & body lotion, deluxe sample of the body cleanser all in the Vanilla & Cedarwood scent in my online shopping cart. This is a scent definitely worth sampling and I think this would be a wonderful scent to layer with other scents; I know I have some ideas...

I love the scent. It's like fall/autumn in a bottle. If you've ever smelled vanilla spice from the Body Shop, it's a similar smell. I really get the vanilla and it's mixed with some kind of spice. It reminds me of changing leaves and the delicious scents of autumn. The cedarwood kicks in later, and at that point I can see where it could be unisex. However, I wouldn't call it masculine. I think it's well-suited for a woman, and my husband even commented that I smell good. I could still smell it at bedtime, about 5 hours after I sprayed it. If you like scents such as Bond #9 I love NY for all, you should smell this one too.