Sexual Michel Germain for women

Red Door meets Sunflowers, and didn't hit it off.
I'm finding it more bearable in the winter, but when I first smelled it I was in agreement with the review by Catbuscuit.
It's nice after several hours, however, kind of in the same way as Poison on me.

I have been curious about Michel Germain SEXUAL for quite some time and was faced with a choice at TJMAXX recently: a .5oz travel spray for $6.99, or a 3.4oz bottle for $14.99. I opted for the smaller format, well aware that, if perchance I fell in love, I could always return for the large economy size... So what did I find?

SEXUAL wafts unmistakeably of Calvin Klein ETERNITY, and anyone who has ever worn the latter on their skin can hardly fail to detect that Sophia Grosjman tatoo-like accord in this composition. I must say that I find it nothing short of amazing that a self-proclaimed "professional perfume reviewer" could have neglected to make note of the fact that Grosjman decided to incorporate the very same fingerprint accord in this less well-known and less widely marketed perfume.

ETERNITY was launched in 1988; SEXUAL in 1994. The marketing campaign for the former was ubiquitous (remember those Christy Turlington ads with her handsome husband and comely kids?)--and, remarkably enough, continues to this day, albeit with a new face. The marketing for SEXUAL? As far as I can tell, virtually nonexistent. If this perfume was ever promoted, it was to a completely different niche, it seems to me.

That said, I actually think that SEXUAL may be more wearable, all things considered, than ETERNITY, because the accord is quite a bit lighter here and dies down with the drydown. In ETERNITY, in contrast, the signature SG accord seems to grow louder and louder over time. (ETERNITY is one of the most aptly named perfumes in the history of perfume, given its quasi-infinite longevity!) The drydown of SEXUAL is darker and more serious than the Calvin Klein creation, and after awhile SEXUAL smells like a dirty rose on my skin.

Not bad, but I probably won't return to TJMAXX for the large bottle, because I overdosed on ETERNITY (perhaps not coincidentally ranked one of the most poisonous perfumes of all time, believe it or not), so I need to continue to avoid this accord for the foreseeable future. Anyone who likes (and can wear) ETERNITY is bound to like SEXUAL, notwithstanding its risible name.

Holy moly, this is one gag-worthy perfume on my skin. Most of the notes listed in this I don't get. What I do get is a whole boat load of wilted freesias and a strong, sour sweaty-chemical scent. And some soap in the drydown. Perhaps one of the most rank, synthetic things I've smelled. The overall effect on my skin is a little like sour beer. No offence to those who love it, but for me this one was a major scrubber. It's not often I have such a strongly negative reaction to a fragrance.

Calming and soothing, comforting and detoxicating. Not really sexual.
Sexual is a lovely creation but in my opinion aimed at calming senses down rather than arousing. The most prominent are myrrh, neroli and a hint of apricot. Lovely mixture, but the name is very misleading.
Sexual is a great inoffensive office fragrance and a great one when visiting family or going shopping with a friend on Saturday morning.
If worn in intimate situations - it would be most likely to have a ''Horlicks'' effect. (Horlicks is a well known British make of a drink that helps to fall asleep)
I am far from saying, however, that it is boring; it is not but it will not turn you on, it will not boost your sexual apetite. It will calm you down afterwards, if anything :-)
Worth trying if L'Instant De Guerlain appeals to you.

I picked up this beauty during my last visit to TJMaxx. After about 10 sprays on each wrist, its loveliness shines through. I wonder if it's a little weak because I bought an older bottle or because the perfume itself is very subtle.

If I can pull away from Kenzo for a minute, I would buy this because I smelled it twice in a department store and can't forget it. It smells so good. I looked at the notes and I think about what I smelled so long ago and cinamon, bergamot etc... this is a perfume I couldn't breakdown by note... it just smells good.

I bought this today and LOVE it! It's a bit unusual (maybe the myrrh?) but I love the sandalwood and jasmine mix!!!

I never ever thought I would own something named "Sexual". I avoid those kinds of perfumes like a plague...just find those names sort of slutty.
But, actually, I had to return to the store several days later to get this beauty.
There is something so alluring and, yes, sexy, about it. I think a lot of people get disappointed because they expect something dark, mysterious, or spicy, or bold floral. I find this scent sexy in a flirty, playful kind of way, but at the same time mature and elegant, and not girly. Something that could be worn in spring or summer, with bright-colored clothes and high heels. The citrusy note lasts only for a few minutes, and the "sexual" part comes out in about 5-10 minutes, when it warms up and becomes completely floral. Very beautiful. After a while i see some similarity with Cristobal on my skin.
Even though it is a softer floral fragrance, I would not call shy. It has excellent sillage and will get you noticed for sure.
My second perfume from Michel Germain, and I am really amazed by the quality.
Definitely a keeper for me. I just have to keep its name a secret if asked what I'm wearing.

All I have to add a few hours later is that it ios very long lasting and expensive smelling!

I'm a Sophia Grojsman fan, so I had to try Sexual. I agree, the name does not quite fit the fragrance. I associate the word "sexual" with spicy oriental, patchouli and/or musky scents.It's a quality perfume, nothing overly synthetic or fake here.There's one note in it that bothers me; I think it's the Myrhh in the basenotes, which I'm not a fan of, which gives it a sourish, sweat smell...maybe that's why it's called "Sexual".

Sexual is not a unisex scent because of the flowers, but it has a unisex Calvin Klein feel, if that makes any sense. Though it is a Michel Germain fragrance, it was created in 1994, during the era of Calvin Klein's greatest perfume "hits", and maybe Germain was trying to make a CK-like scent (just guessing). One reviewer mentioned a similarity to CK Eternity. It also reminds me of Alfred Sung's Forever.

I just picked this up at Marshalls and I love it. It is very spicy and I think nice to wear. It does go on loud (which I kinda like)and softens nicely and really lasts. And I do think it to be a sexy perfume.

I have to admit that I bought this perfume from a well-known discount store solely based on it's name, and I have to say, I am a little disappointed. It is not distinct at all, though it isn't cloying or sickening either. I would like to describe what it smells like, but nothing stands out that much to me. Here are the adjectives that I can best attribute to this attribute-lacking fragrance: light, slightly powdery, inoffensive, casual, fleeting, barely citrusy, and MEH.
I don't dislike Sexual, but if I smelled it first I probably wouldn't have bothered. I'll wear it occasionally, but it really doesn't evoke much of anything for me. However, to its credit, I was hanging out with my girlfriend a few days ago and she complimented my perfume several times-- and she is a bit of a perfume snob. Perhaps it settles quite nicely once I've stopped noticing it.


UPDATE: I have to mention that since I've worn this again, I've had two more people comment on how much they liked it. One person even mentioned it several days later, and without telling him what I was wearing, I asked him what it smelled like and he simply said, "Sex." Haha!! I guess the name is a bit apt.

Let it settle and you might find yourself pleasantly surprised . . . I must agree with Carla that the sexual aspect of this scent is really more subtle, more sensual, if you will. Not all men or women are aroused by a fragrance that comes on like gangbusters. The cinnamon and sandalwood notes have my guy absolutely purring . . .

So disapointed because I love sexual pour homme, and thought this would be the female equivalent of that amazing scent. There is a huge disconnect between the name and fragrance, like the reviewer mentioned below.It smells like licorice detergent!!! NOT SEXY. Also, it is not for young women, I think women 50+ should wear this

I stumbled upon Sexual in the EA Outlet today and remembered I might have wanted to try it. At the very least, I had some spare skin so what's the harm?

I have never smelled such a disconnect between a perfume's name and its contents before. It sucks my will to live, let alone procreate.

Sexual is flat, greasy and boring to my nose. This is more 'washing greasy pans in your trackies to AM radio' than 'Kim Basinger in 9 1/2 weeks'.

Yes, I am probably missing the point of all the florals but this perfume just makes me feel inexplicably depressed & much too tired to even try.

I smelled this today and it reminded me a lot of Amarige. A very slightly spiced fruity floral. I didn't find it to be very sexual, more feminine and cheery.

This is the first fragrance with a vanilla note that I can wear without a raging headache. And the best part? It's a man-magnet. My SO turns into an animal when I wear this, however I don't think he's even aware that it's the perfume.

NOTE: This should be called 'Softly Sensual'. If you're expecting a powerful, bold, spicy, vanilla scent then you'll be disappointed.

It opens as a soft, warm floral with osmanthus and honeysuckle, then a slight hint of feminine gardenia and ethereal water lily.

The drydown is where the magic happens. Warm, slightly smoky, gorgeous myrrh, cinnamon and madagascar vanilla mixing with neroli and making the osmanthus even more pronounced and warmly sensual. Then the sandalwood creates a burst of warm, resiny comfort. There's something else in the drydown too, some irresistible animalistic note.

This beautifully blended juice is an aphrodisiac and aromatherapy all in one. All of the Sexual flankers are lovely, but this original is spectacular.

It stays close to the skin, not much sillage, keeping it's mystery. Staying power is fairly good. This was an instant 'signature' fragrance for me.

Edited to add:

A note about dabbing versus spraying - spraying brings out the vanilla *slightly*. If you prefer little or no vanilla, dabbing is perfect. Dabbing also creates more lasting power with this fragrance.

Also, I suspect this might get discontinued soon. It's no longer available in the larger size, and the body lotion and shower gel are no longer sold at The Bay (Canadian department store), although they're still on michelgermain.com

From their website:

TOP
Japanese Osmanthus
South African Freesia
Italian Bergamot
Italian Clementine

MIDDLE
Egyptian Jasmine
Nerola Neroli
Asian Gardenia
Bulgarian Red Rose

HEART
Sri Lankan Cinnamon
Mediterranean Myrrh
Indian Sandalwood
Madagascar Vanilla

Considered a floriental.

Sexual. Is it a sexy fragrance as the name implies? Yes and No! No in a boisterous fashion but yes in a refined manner. This semi salacious scent is an airy ozonic floral that is soothing, quietly sexy and definitely worth the price of admission. The beginning notes of bergomot, clementine and a slight sprinkle of osmanthus prepares you for an amorous adventure into the heart with the inviting mix of gardenia, jasmine and rose. Enter the final stage with the aggressiveness of myrrh the sultry spice of cinnamon and the warmth and sexual appeal from the vanilla and you have just experienced a soft, shy sexual perfume fantasy. Germain's series of Sexual flankers have all been worthy of wearing but Sexual, his first, is my favorite. His masterful blending of the above mentioned notes in conjunction with with the quantity and luxe quality of the components is far superior than others with same and similar combinations. His result is spectacular. When and where to wear it? Here, there and everywhere. When I wear this to the office my broker colleagues are pleasantly pleased as this calming scent is a perfect choice to wear and be around especially when the Dow plunges 1000 points as in last Thursday's upset!
Compliments will be plentiful while wearing this flowery fragrance and the scent life is a good 4hours. Bottom line: Top of the line from this Canadian designer!

FYI: Germain's two discontinued rare fragrances, Immaculate and Deauville Women which are scarce but still available are praiseworthy and most definitely worth the search. His latest, Tattoo an "outside of the box" rebel scent, a completely different direction for Germain, will be my next perfume from his line to try.

I love it! I go out and get many compliments on it!! Esp from Men!!

I have to say, this fragrance doesn't really live up to its name. Although I like it and have worn it for several years now (discovered by accident while killing time at an airport perfume counter during one of those numerous flight delays), it is not one of my faves. I tend to use this when I want a "nice" fragrance and don't want to "waste" one of my more expensive scents, LOL!! It is not very unique, kind of just "okay", certainly not "sexual" in a mysterious, wow, what-does-SHE-have-on kind of way.

Lasts pretty well. I tend to prefer chypre florals and true florals, but will keep this one as a basic in my fragrance wardrobe, kind of like my black kitten heel slingbacks. Dependable and agreeable. Smells more flowery than oriental to me.

I had this stuff when Germaine was still trying to make a name for himself. I actually got a free full sized bottle of the stuff. It's nice...that's about all I can say...nothing earthshattering...just 'nice'.

I purchased this untested due to the name and dark red color of the box. I was hoping it would be as provocative smelling as it sounded. No way! It's very, very strong and flowery. Ungodly amounts of flowers. Flowers strangling the life out of me and leaving me gasping for air! Then there's the toilet bowl cleaner aroma one might find in a Burger joint restroom stall combined with something very vile and very sour. I am shocked that anyone said this is a light perfume! It's overpowering and horrfic. Nothing about it says sexy to me. It's been a mighty long time since I have smelled a perfume this sickening. I'd highly advise passing on this one unless suffocation by flowers suits you or you would enjoy lathering on Tidy Bowl cleaner.

Mine is in the same red box but it says Sexual femme on th bottle? Is that right? I don't know but it reminds me a bit of Eternity. I like it it is forthe grown and sexy not really young ladies unless they have a more mature sense of smell other than scents like Princess and Pink Sugar.

This is diffidently one that must be tried on. From the bottle and on paper it is almost offensive how Strong it is spicy and dry.
As soon as it hits your skin white flowers rose and a hint of fruit emerge in a smooth true floral only hinting at the spices.
There is something strong here, the Myrrh?
That note plus the neroli and sandalwood are the most prominant at the base.
Really interesting floral mix

I expected this to be more heavy. Instead Sexual is very light, well blended, flowery and fresh.It's not as sexy as it proclaim itself to be, it is a good on offensive fragrance for everyday use.