luna65 Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 (edited) As we know, this is a variant which is a combination of LP Red and LP Black. Red is predominantly cinnamon for most people, I think: a very sexy spicy sweetness. The brew I originally tried was actually rather soft on me....like cinnamon toast if it were a skin scent. Later brews definitely had more Vavoom! Black has always always been, as I coined it, "sexed-up buttercreme." Sooooo SEXAH (which is different from sexy, you see). Slutty brown sugar in the morning after. Also as we know, people have been layering Red and Black together and it makes for a super delicious variant of its' own. The cinnamon and brown sugar seem to be the strongest notes but the Love Potion characteristic of the base - creamy and thick and sugary around the edges - is like the setting for the jewel: it's there underneath and around the sides, but rouge et noir is the centerpiece. It's very potent, amazing sillage. Anyone you know who responds well to either scent will be slayed by the combination. In fact, much like when I layer them, it's a little too potent in the beginning. But it behaves much the same in combination...after about an hour it's just sooooo wonderful; lickable sexy gourmand which is something more than merely foody. It has a personality all its' own even as it is an enthralling combination of the two. The Love Potion base is just one moment of olfactory genius...but the real genius is that the moment can be reimagined over and over and even combined and is something potentially fantastic each time. Like this. Edited December 3, 2009 by luna65 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 Gah! It sounds divine. I can't wait till my sample gets here. I hope it works great with my chemistry. I suspect it will, which means there will be many bottles in my future. Thanks for the great review, Luna. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amanda Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 Mmm, this is the one that sounded the best to me of the new releases. I can't wait to try it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invidiana Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 (edited) The Love Potion base is just one moment of olfactory genius...but the real genius is that the moment can be reimagined over and over and even combined and is something potentially fantastic each time. This makes me extremely glad I got a bottle, and even more extremely anxious for it to reach my doorstep! Edited December 4, 2009 by Invidiana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countesszero Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 This does sound divine. I'm so glad I ordered a big bottle. I wear LP Black all the time and I just know this combo is going to be awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beccah Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 As I adore LP Red & enjoy LP Black. The combo is beautiful, I kept reapplying just to enjoy the smell. Since I gifted away my last bottle of LP Red ( I'll never do that w/out a backup again!) I'm really torn between P&D, & Red........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halo0073 Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 great review Luna! I wish the brown sugar didn't hate me so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 I just tested this one today. I'm an hour in and to my total surprise, the cinnamon in this charmer amps up beautifully. The patchouli fades softly into the background in a gentle mix of what seems like vanilla and brown sugar. Those two don't generally last on me so even that there's a hint of them is pleasantly surprising. What I wanted most from this was was a cinnamon that lasts with the patchouli, and Mara has outdone herself here. Pure magic. In fact, I think the cinnamon here seems to be lasting even better than the strength in Red on me, which is my own wonky chemistry. The cinnamon is softening after an hour but it's still here. I hope it stay a while. Yum! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
likeprettythings Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 I really loved the fact that this isn't a clone of either, to myself at least. I found that for me, the LP Black influence was more present than LP Red. There was mostly musky tones of sugar, vanilla and patchouli with a hint of cinnamon. I thought LP Red was lighter for me than LP Black. Love Potion Black could become heavy if I applied it too heavily. Love Potion: Passion and Desire strikes a good balance between the both of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beccah Posted December 6, 2009 Share Posted December 6, 2009 I like the chypre & cinnamon combo, this one is hopefully a permanent addition! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie Posted December 8, 2009 Share Posted December 8, 2009 this sounds like the perfect blend ... Black can be a bit overwhelming and Red is a little on the mild side for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luna65 Posted December 8, 2009 Author Share Posted December 8, 2009 Yeah that describes my initial feelings regarding Red and Black, which is why I started layering them together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pony Posted December 9, 2009 Share Posted December 9, 2009 Shamefully, I have never tried LP Black..I don't think. But I like LP Red. LP: Passion & Desire goes on much like Sexology for me, all dirty brown sugar and spice. Then starts to bloom with the other LP notes. I could just roll myself in this until I was a gooey fragranced yummy-pop. Um...as far as reviews go that was useless, I know, but there it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted December 10, 2009 Share Posted December 10, 2009 Shamefully, I have never tried LP Black..I don't think. But I like LP Red. Shame on you Pony! You MUST try LP Black....seriously! I say that even though I enjoy and adore all of the new fragrances coming out every month, as long as Mara never stops making LP Black, I would be satisfied! That said, I always have loved Red and Black layered, because Red just never was quite dark enough to suit my tastes.....I know I will definitely be trying Passion & Desire..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kblazin Posted December 12, 2009 Share Posted December 12, 2009 So, is this going to be a permanent one? I didn't see any posts about it... if there is any question though, my vote is YES YES YES! And I haven't even tried it yet... But loves me some Red and Black! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pony Posted December 14, 2009 Share Posted December 14, 2009 Shame on you Pony! You MUST try LP Black....seriously! Okay fine, I caved in to the LPeer pressure and put a sample in my latest order.... I will no doubt want to roll myself all in LP Black too. But really, LP:PD is mighty yummisexy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Invidiana Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Holy WOW. With this order it's like each one just gets better and better. This is gorgeously spicy and seductive with a smooth, rich, creamy and deep vanilla base. My nose is just glued to my arm right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted December 20, 2009 Share Posted December 20, 2009 This will be my next full bottle, for sure! Even though I SAID I wasn't gonna buy anything more than pheros for a while.....I can't resist! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sultry brunette Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 This is a super sexy combo! I love it! Red & Black. I totally get the cinnamon and deep resins. mmmmmmmmmm... there aren't enough m's for the mmmmmmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goddesslynne Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 So fabulous!! I'm thinking of a beta spray with a phero...which one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luna65 Posted December 28, 2009 Author Share Posted December 28, 2009 Blatant Invitation or Sexology for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goddesslynne Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Sexology then, since I already have BIx2 w/LP Black! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosebud Posted December 28, 2009 Share Posted December 28, 2009 Darn my skin chemistry!! All I get is honeycomb...which on me smells like rank honeycomb And I was soo sure I'd love this that I had it boosted with BI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beccah Posted December 29, 2009 Share Posted December 29, 2009 Darn my skin chemistry!!All I get is honeycomb...which on me smells like rank honeycomb And I was soo sure I'd love this that I had it boosted with BI That frownie cracks me up! Hey Rosebud, one woman's trash is another's treasure....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Based on the reviews.....AND on what I know Red and Black smell like layered, I have ordered two bottle of this as yet unsniffed.....I have lost my mind once again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paganlady Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Based on the reviews.....AND on what I know Red and Black smell like layered, I have ordered two bottle of this as yet unsniffed.....I have lost my mind once again! I may have to add this one to the "Want List" too......sigh. I need to be a kept woman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 I love this one. On my skin it's a nice strong cinnamon. In spray, it's still cinnamon, but it holds the sexiness of black but softer. I knew this one would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paganlady Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 I'm getting a full size sample of this with my next order. Based on the reviews, I can't wait to try it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I bought two bottles, unsniffed, and am so glad I did! This scent is absolutely intoxicating! I am in love with myself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katz Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I made myself a little spray of this added to BI and a tad of my bottle of perfumer's alcohol...wearing that today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I made myself a little spray of this added to BI and a tad of my bottle of perfumer's alcohol...wearing that today! I am planning to add some to my Leather 2X and see what shakes loose when I visit with my sweetie this weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lor Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I am planning to add some to my Leather 2X and see what shakes loose when I visit with my sweetie this weekend! Cruel,cruel woman. I cant keep up with all your latest sucesses with this stuff. Between you and Shelly Im looking for a country where its legal to sell kidneys. You can live with half a liver,right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 (edited) Cruel,cruel woman. I cant keep up with all your latest sucesses with this stuff. Between you and Shelly Im looking for a country where its legal to sell kidneys. You can live with half a liver,right? LOL......I love this stuff...... I just blended half of my bottle of 2X Leather spray with about half a bottle of Passion and Desire, and added some EoW.....O!M!F!G! I could bathe in this..... Edited January 20, 2010 by Dolly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 LOL......I love this stuff...... I just blended half of my bottle of 2X Leather spray with about half a bottle of Passion and Desire, and added some EoW.....O!M!F!G! I could bathe in this..... I will add that this scent, whether in oil or in the alcohol, is a different feel on me than red or black, or even the two layered.....black on me is all dark & resinous with dark vanilla.....I never do get much brown sugar with Black.....Red, on me is mostly cinnamon...... With P & D, I get an amping of the brown sugar, with cinnamon right behind it and the darker stuff underneath.....it is almost like Red and Black had an orgy with Sexology and created a love child! Very nicely done, and it will be a regular purchase of mine, I am sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 I will add that this scent, whether in oil or in the alcohol, is a different feel on me than red or black, or even the two layered.....black on me is all dark & resinous with dark vanilla.....I never do get much brown sugar with Black.....Red, on me is mostly cinnamon...... With P & D, I get an amping of the brown sugar, with cinnamon right behind it and the darker stuff underneath.....it is almost like Red and Black had an orgy with Sexology and created a love child! Very nicely done, and it will be a regular purchase of mine, I am sure! Yes! P&D is very different from Red and Black in wonderful ways but still reminiscent of Red and Black. It's a delicious scent. I love that spray and roll-on bring out different elements. It's like a two for one deal! Very nicely done indeed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolly Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 Yes! P&D is very different from Red and Black in wonderful ways but still reminiscent of Red and Black. It's a delicious scent. I love that spray and roll-on bring out different elements. It's like a two for one deal! Very nicely done indeed! The longer I smell this one, the more I like it.....totally YUM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 The longer I smell this one, the more I like it.....totally YUM! The first two times I wore it, (once in spray and once in roll-on), I liked it. Now, I really love how the cinnamon competes with the dark patchouli. Wearing Red and Black together it never had that kind of balance. That this stands apart from Red and Black layered is exactly what I was hoping for. I have a feeling I'm going to get this one amped with all my favorite pheros and then probably spray AND roll-on for certain pheros. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paganlady Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Must.....have........large......bottle.....of......Passion & Desire!!!!!!! It's that damn good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kovvy Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 This scent is really sweet, and very rich. For some reason I was under the impression that I didn't like patchouli, but I have absolutely loved every Love Potion blend that has it in it. This has a lovely depth to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlitegirl Posted February 8, 2010 Share Posted February 8, 2010 LP patchouli blends are awesome. I never cared for patchouli until I came here. It always smelled like dirt on me. Now, many of my favorite blends have patchouli. P&D is one of them. It's divine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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