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Australian Private Reserve – The Summer Scents
These are the scents I have been working on for the last while, they are quite definitely Summer Scents that combine various aspects of woody, herbaceous and definitely citrus notes and accords that are so ideal for the hot and often humid Australian Summer.
All the scents have been tested by myself, friends and other P&C members. Their thoughts, opinions and feelings can mostly be found in the SOTD pictures and the APR review thread.
I have also refined and improved the composition of the aftershave, reduced the alcohol and have added of two extra beneficial botanicals known for their soothing, healing and protective properties – German Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita) and Calendula (Calendula officinalis). All the scents in the summer range have been resting for the last 6 weeks in their decanters ready to be bottled.
Aftershaves are 100ml
Aftershave Balms are 50gm
Aftershave Ingredients: Denatured Alcohol, Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Virginiana) distillate, German Chamomile Flower Extract (Matricaria Recutita), Calendula Flower Extract (Calendula officinalis), Glycerine, Fragrance/Perfume, aqua, Polysorbate-20.
Aftershave Balm Ingredients: Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerine, Sunflower Oil, Essential Oils/Fragrance Oils, Cetearyl Alcohol, Capric/Caprylic Triglyceride, Jojoba Oil, Almond Sweet Oil, Shea Butter, Macadamia Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Natural Vitamin E, Ceteareth 20, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Soya Bean Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder, Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen, Ethylhexylglycerine
Menthol
All of the summer offerings are now available with the addition of menthol, no extra cost. If you would like menthol please specify in your PM when ordering either ‘regular’, ‘a lot’ or ‘menth head’ and I will dose up your bottle. Please choose wisely in this regard, the ‘regular’ dosage is around 1 gram of menthol in 100mls.
The Summer Lineup
Quantities are limited, I am not a large producer I am glad to say and I formulate and make these aftershaves and aftershave balms by hand for my own use making them available where I think people may want and like them.
Orders by PM please, unfortunately postage is not included in the price with the exception of the Samples deal so please specify your mailing address when ordering so I can come back with a total price including postage which I usually do very quickly
Payment is by PayPal ‘Family and Friends’, orders go out immediately on notification from payal for P&C regulars.
If you want something but need it held for a few days before putting through the funds, drop me a PM and I will put it aside for you rather than you miss out because it sold. I am happy to do this for the P&C community as you are all so bloody cool, supportive and fair dinkum so please don't hesitate or feel awkward in anyway to ask
I do have some previous APR releases in stock, PM me if you want one and I will take a look...
Samples
Choose any 4 aftershave samples from the Summer range for $25.00 including postage. The sample bottles are 5ml and come with a dripper cap. Free samples are also included with each order of a full size aftershave.
sachet de thé – Tea Bag
The essence of a very popular and enjoyable soap is captured using high grade essential oils in this refined, masculine herbaceous and citrus scent that is ideal for long hot summers drinking iced Earl Grey tea in Cheshire.
The scent uses a Musk and Patchouli base to offer a platform for clary sage, lavender and top notes of Calabrian Bergamot and Australian Lemon to shine.
Musk,Patchouli, Clary Sage, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Aftershave $30
Aftershave Balm $20
Both Together $45
le courier – The Mail
A companion scent to the exceptionally formulated and wonderfully scented artisan soap ‘Gea’ that itself is based on the modern Fougère ‘le male’ by JPG.
The original is a complex perfume (as is the artisan soap) and this fragrance represents and compliments that complexity superbly taking no shortcuts as to composition. This was a lot of work, it is a very complex fragrance and saw 15-20 iterations prior to resting on something that was befitting, I am incredibly happy with this particular fragrance.
A base of Vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka and Cedar. A heart of Cinnamon and Lavender. A top of Mint Cardamom and Bergamot with a few more too!
On opening the bottle the pure vanilla and mint are evident immediately in accord with the French Lavender. Bergamot and Neroli are balanced deeply within, the warmth of the Vanilla and Tonka wash over the senses but within the fragrance as a whole is an elusive, beautiful, mysterious accord that completes this most modern and complex of Fougères
Indian Mysore Sandalwood, Tonka, Madagascan Vanilla Absolute, Cinnamon, Lavender, Neroli, Mint, Cardamom, Bergamot. . .
Aftershave $35.00
Aftershave Balm $25.00
Both for $55.00
bois de santal citron vert verviene– Sandalwood, Lime, Verbena
A limited edition scent that did not see release in the initial offering but one that proved to be very popular from the testers. A very bright & clean, tart refreshing summer citrus fragrance with sweet notes that has excellent silage and endurance.
Sandalwood, Black Pepper, Lime, Verbena...
Aftershave $25
Aftershave Balm $18
Both Together $35
Grapefruit Injunction – pamplemousse injonction
Tart and refreshing, this is a fragrance that commences an action without haste, petitioning for immediate, enduring relief from the heat and humidity of summer. Frankly quite a stupid name, but it’s a fantastic scent though if you like lasting, tart and balanced citrus.
Venezuelan Tonka provides the foundation for Black Pepper & White Grapefruit, the top notes are deep, sour grapefruit with the juxtaposition of Lilly of the Valley that serves as a wonderful contrast while offering depth to the proceedings.
This was formulated to pair with Mystic ‘Pompelo e Fiori’, however it works very well with Arlington or indeed any citrus soap. If you like sour Lime scents, you will love this.
Tonka, Black Pepper, Grapefruit, Lilly
Aftershave $25.00
Aftershave Balm $18.00
Both for $35.00
L'endroit orange – The Orange Place
A bright, sharp and very well balanced citrus fragrance with the herbaceous presence to match its namesake ‘Seville’. This fragrance is a tribute to and a continuance of the tradition of Italian Barbershop fragrances with a nod of respect and homage to AdP.
Powdery Oakmoss and Patchouli set the tone for the woody, herbaceous heart of Rosemary and Lavender. The traditional barbershop of fresh, clean fragrances come from Calabrian Bergamot, Lemon and Bitter Orange in the famous Italian Barbershop accord.
This is well rounded, smooth, intelligent and sophisticated without the excessively sweet notes of contemporary barbershop fragrances. It pairs bloody well with Seville of course,but equally it’s one for those that like a classic fresh, clean, herbaceous and citrus Barbershop scent.
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Oakmoss, Patchouli, Rosemary, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon, Bitter Orange
Aftershave $30
Aftershave Balm $20
Both for $45.00
WG – White Tea & Ginger
Sweet white tea rests on a deep note of sharp French ginger. A simple yet effective meeting, subtle and deep.
Ginger, Tonka, Fragrance Oil.
After shave $25.00
Balm $18.00
Both for $35
SA – Suitably Attired Australian
Due to the popularity of this scent, I made the decision to give it a second outing as it’s a great summer scent that smells fantastic. The scent is almost identical to Stirlings 'Smart Dressed Man', Mystic Waters 'Irish Traveler' and Creed's GIT however with significant refinement and improvements in the first two instances which are purely fragrance oil.
Bright citrus rests on a deep and well-dressed base. It’s proud and unabashed, make your presence known and ensure you are suitably attired.
Indian Sandalwood, French Violet, Lemon, Rosemary, Sweet Orange, Fragrance Oil.
After Shave $30.00
Balm $20.00
Both for $45
Fête au citron – Lemon Party
Man’s long quest for the citrus is finally complete and he is without option, he must join the Lemon Party!
This is unashamedly a complex citrus fragrance with tart, sour and concurrently sweet accords. I am extremely pleased with the result and I intend on wearing it often as it works and pairs with so many summer soaps from Occam’s, to Shaver Heaven, B&M to Mike’s etc.
Built on a foundation of warm, sweet Amber and Vanilla Absolute with a heart of Black Pepper, Clary Sage and Lemon Grass.
Two groves, one crop at the top...Lime, Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, Brazilian Bitter Orange, Sweet Orange and Mandarin (amongst others) form complex, bright and vibrant citrus accords that are carefully accented with the merest suggestion of sweetness as a suitable contrast to the lemon party that is in full swing.
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Amber, Vanilla, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Lemon Grass, Bergamot, Lime, Neroli, Lemon, Sweet Orange, Bitter Orange, Mandarin . . .
Aftershave $35.00
Aftershave Balm $25.00
Both $55.00
These are the scents I have been working on for the last while, they are quite definitely Summer Scents that combine various aspects of woody, herbaceous and definitely citrus notes and accords that are so ideal for the hot and often humid Australian Summer.
All the scents have been tested by myself, friends and other P&C members. Their thoughts, opinions and feelings can mostly be found in the SOTD pictures and the APR review thread.
I have also refined and improved the composition of the aftershave, reduced the alcohol and have added of two extra beneficial botanicals known for their soothing, healing and protective properties – German Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita) and Calendula (Calendula officinalis). All the scents in the summer range have been resting for the last 6 weeks in their decanters ready to be bottled.
Aftershaves are 100ml
Aftershave Balms are 50gm
Aftershave Ingredients: Denatured Alcohol, Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Virginiana) distillate, German Chamomile Flower Extract (Matricaria Recutita), Calendula Flower Extract (Calendula officinalis), Glycerine, Fragrance/Perfume, aqua, Polysorbate-20.
Aftershave Balm Ingredients: Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerine, Sunflower Oil, Essential Oils/Fragrance Oils, Cetearyl Alcohol, Capric/Caprylic Triglyceride, Jojoba Oil, Almond Sweet Oil, Shea Butter, Macadamia Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Natural Vitamin E, Ceteareth 20, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Soya Bean Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Aloe Vera Leaf Juice Powder, Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen, Ethylhexylglycerine
Menthol
All of the summer offerings are now available with the addition of menthol, no extra cost. If you would like menthol please specify in your PM when ordering either ‘regular’, ‘a lot’ or ‘menth head’ and I will dose up your bottle. Please choose wisely in this regard, the ‘regular’ dosage is around 1 gram of menthol in 100mls.
The Summer Lineup
Quantities are limited, I am not a large producer I am glad to say and I formulate and make these aftershaves and aftershave balms by hand for my own use making them available where I think people may want and like them.
Orders by PM please, unfortunately postage is not included in the price with the exception of the Samples deal so please specify your mailing address when ordering so I can come back with a total price including postage which I usually do very quickly
Payment is by PayPal ‘Family and Friends’, orders go out immediately on notification from payal for P&C regulars.
If you want something but need it held for a few days before putting through the funds, drop me a PM and I will put it aside for you rather than you miss out because it sold. I am happy to do this for the P&C community as you are all so bloody cool, supportive and fair dinkum so please don't hesitate or feel awkward in anyway to ask
I do have some previous APR releases in stock, PM me if you want one and I will take a look...
Samples
Choose any 4 aftershave samples from the Summer range for $25.00 including postage. The sample bottles are 5ml and come with a dripper cap. Free samples are also included with each order of a full size aftershave.
sachet de thé – Tea Bag
The essence of a very popular and enjoyable soap is captured using high grade essential oils in this refined, masculine herbaceous and citrus scent that is ideal for long hot summers drinking iced Earl Grey tea in Cheshire.
The scent uses a Musk and Patchouli base to offer a platform for clary sage, lavender and top notes of Calabrian Bergamot and Australian Lemon to shine.
Musk,Patchouli, Clary Sage, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Aftershave $30
Aftershave Balm $20
Both Together $45
le courier – The Mail
A companion scent to the exceptionally formulated and wonderfully scented artisan soap ‘Gea’ that itself is based on the modern Fougère ‘le male’ by JPG.
The original is a complex perfume (as is the artisan soap) and this fragrance represents and compliments that complexity superbly taking no shortcuts as to composition. This was a lot of work, it is a very complex fragrance and saw 15-20 iterations prior to resting on something that was befitting, I am incredibly happy with this particular fragrance.
A base of Vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka and Cedar. A heart of Cinnamon and Lavender. A top of Mint Cardamom and Bergamot with a few more too!
On opening the bottle the pure vanilla and mint are evident immediately in accord with the French Lavender. Bergamot and Neroli are balanced deeply within, the warmth of the Vanilla and Tonka wash over the senses but within the fragrance as a whole is an elusive, beautiful, mysterious accord that completes this most modern and complex of Fougères
Indian Mysore Sandalwood, Tonka, Madagascan Vanilla Absolute, Cinnamon, Lavender, Neroli, Mint, Cardamom, Bergamot. . .
Aftershave $35.00
Aftershave Balm $25.00
Both for $55.00
bois de santal citron vert verviene– Sandalwood, Lime, Verbena
A limited edition scent that did not see release in the initial offering but one that proved to be very popular from the testers. A very bright & clean, tart refreshing summer citrus fragrance with sweet notes that has excellent silage and endurance.
Sandalwood, Black Pepper, Lime, Verbena...
Aftershave $25
Aftershave Balm $18
Both Together $35
Grapefruit Injunction – pamplemousse injonction
Tart and refreshing, this is a fragrance that commences an action without haste, petitioning for immediate, enduring relief from the heat and humidity of summer. Frankly quite a stupid name, but it’s a fantastic scent though if you like lasting, tart and balanced citrus.
Venezuelan Tonka provides the foundation for Black Pepper & White Grapefruit, the top notes are deep, sour grapefruit with the juxtaposition of Lilly of the Valley that serves as a wonderful contrast while offering depth to the proceedings.
This was formulated to pair with Mystic ‘Pompelo e Fiori’, however it works very well with Arlington or indeed any citrus soap. If you like sour Lime scents, you will love this.
Tonka, Black Pepper, Grapefruit, Lilly
Aftershave $25.00
Aftershave Balm $18.00
Both for $35.00
L'endroit orange – The Orange Place
A bright, sharp and very well balanced citrus fragrance with the herbaceous presence to match its namesake ‘Seville’. This fragrance is a tribute to and a continuance of the tradition of Italian Barbershop fragrances with a nod of respect and homage to AdP.
Powdery Oakmoss and Patchouli set the tone for the woody, herbaceous heart of Rosemary and Lavender. The traditional barbershop of fresh, clean fragrances come from Calabrian Bergamot, Lemon and Bitter Orange in the famous Italian Barbershop accord.
This is well rounded, smooth, intelligent and sophisticated without the excessively sweet notes of contemporary barbershop fragrances. It pairs bloody well with Seville of course,but equally it’s one for those that like a classic fresh, clean, herbaceous and citrus Barbershop scent.
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Oakmoss, Patchouli, Rosemary, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon, Bitter Orange
Aftershave $30
Aftershave Balm $20
Both for $45.00
WG – White Tea & Ginger
Sweet white tea rests on a deep note of sharp French ginger. A simple yet effective meeting, subtle and deep.
Ginger, Tonka, Fragrance Oil.
After shave $25.00
Balm $18.00
Both for $35
SA – Suitably Attired Australian
Due to the popularity of this scent, I made the decision to give it a second outing as it’s a great summer scent that smells fantastic. The scent is almost identical to Stirlings 'Smart Dressed Man', Mystic Waters 'Irish Traveler' and Creed's GIT however with significant refinement and improvements in the first two instances which are purely fragrance oil.
Bright citrus rests on a deep and well-dressed base. It’s proud and unabashed, make your presence known and ensure you are suitably attired.
Indian Sandalwood, French Violet, Lemon, Rosemary, Sweet Orange, Fragrance Oil.
After Shave $30.00
Balm $20.00
Both for $45
Fête au citron – Lemon Party
Man’s long quest for the citrus is finally complete and he is without option, he must join the Lemon Party!
This is unashamedly a complex citrus fragrance with tart, sour and concurrently sweet accords. I am extremely pleased with the result and I intend on wearing it often as it works and pairs with so many summer soaps from Occam’s, to Shaver Heaven, B&M to Mike’s etc.
Built on a foundation of warm, sweet Amber and Vanilla Absolute with a heart of Black Pepper, Clary Sage and Lemon Grass.
Two groves, one crop at the top...Lime, Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, Brazilian Bitter Orange, Sweet Orange and Mandarin (amongst others) form complex, bright and vibrant citrus accords that are carefully accented with the merest suggestion of sweetness as a suitable contrast to the lemon party that is in full swing.
The Calabrian Bergamot Essential Oil is Bergaptene Free.
Amber, Vanilla, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Lemon Grass, Bergamot, Lime, Neroli, Lemon, Sweet Orange, Bitter Orange, Mandarin . . .
Aftershave $35.00
Aftershave Balm $25.00
Both $55.00
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