Medusa by Merve Perfumes bottle
Merve Perfumes

Medusa

5.0/5 · 1 votes Feminine 2023
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity4.0/5
Sillage3.8/5
Day100
Night100
Summer100
Fall100
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Spring0
Our take

Medusa opens with a bright pairing of ylang-ylang and pear. The fruit adds a juicy lift to the soft, slightly creamy yellow flower, creating an immediate impression that feels sunny and approachable. This introduction moves quickly into a dense floral heart where jasmine and rose take center stage. The jasmine sambac brings a rich, heady quality that blends with the classic rose to form a traditional white and pink bouquet. The sweetness here is noticeable, supported by the fruity top notes that linger beneath the petals.

The base brings patchouli and rose together, allowing the earthy woodiness of the patchouli to anchor the lighter florals. This combination gives the fragrance a warm spicy character that sits close to the skin. The rose repeats from the heart, now deeper and mixed with the woody accord that defines the drydown. Aquatic hints run through the composition, keeping the heavier notes from feeling too dense. The overall effect is a floral that balances fruit, spice, and wood in equal measure.

The scent fits warm days near the water and cooler evenings when the air turns crisp. It works for someone who enjoys a rose-centered perfume that also carries noticeable patchouli and pear. The mix of yellow floral and white floral elements makes it feel both bright and substantial. Wear it when you want a sweet, floral presence that includes woody and spicy facets.

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