Dior Hypnotic Poison: Perfect Scent for Celebrating the New Year's Eve

The key accord of Hypnotic Poison Eau de Toilette is vanilla — an exotic spice known for its deep, sweet, and slightly liqueur-like aroma, which is still the world's most popular flavor compound. Fragrantica's authors noted in their 2023 summary that vanilla's popularity endures in the flavor and fragrance world. But its role in the perfume industry transcends mere sweetness. Those beans can be complemented by resins, powdery iris, wood, and even sea salt, creating a multifaceted aroma. In the case of Hypnotic Poison, vanilla is rhymed with almond liqueur and caraway, imparting an anise-like aroma reminiscent of a cough syrup. 

This initial blend delivers a refreshing fleeting coolness, while an opulent, oriental bouquet of jasmine and tuberose enriches the heart of vanilla. Creamy and silky, it intertwines with sandalwood and musk, creating a contrast in textures. Vanilla, nestled among blonde woods, almonds, and white flowers, forms the central pillar of the composition, harmonizing other elements without overpowering sweetness. The dry-down of Hypnotic Poison reveals dry, powdery nuances and an enticing hint of coconut flour, as described by Eddie Bulliqi in his review of this iconic scent.