Sensai The Silk

by: Sanja Pekic

High-end Japanese cosmetics company Sensai (which was under Kanebo until 1998) announces the launch of its first perfume line. Since silk is used in all theSensai products, the perfume line is named The Silk. In August 2015, The Silk Eau de Parfum and The Silk Eau de Toilette launches around the world.

 

The inspiration behind this perfume is the key ingredient of the brand—Khoishimaru silk. The scent represents a silk veil that emphasizes women's beauty and character. Its fresh oriental composition is a combination of fruity notes, white flowers, amber, tonka bean and musk. It is signed by perfumer Marie Salamagne. Top notes include bergamot accords, pink pepper, pear and violet leaf. The veil around its heart includes notes of peony, lily of the valley, Sharry Baby orchid and amber. The base captures warm accords of tonka bean and musk.

The Silk Eau de Parfum version is lush, sophisticated and sensual, with prominent amber character. The Silk Eau de Toilette is a fresh, delicate and charming aroma with prominent accents of white flowers.

SENSAI THE SILK Top notes: bergamot, pink pepper, pear, violet leaves Heart: peony, lily of the valley, Sharry Baby orchid, amber Base: tonka bean, musk

The bottles are designed to be reminiscent of silk cocoons (designed by Gwenael Nicolas). Both variants are available in quantities of 50 ml. Eau de Parfum version costs about 100 Euros, while Eau de Toilette is available at the price of around 80 Euros.