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For those of you that missed it, Planet 9 is the rebirth of Neroli...hmmm, that sounds kind of vague, no? Let me explain.
Neroli is an essential oil & absolute produced from the blossom of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium subsp. amara or Bigaradia).
It is a very unique scent with such a rich history when it comes to perfuming, you could say it's a perfuming rockstar. Not only is it one of the most used notes in the biz, it was also the shining star of the world's first Eau De Cologne over 300 years ago!
Historically Known For:
An Exotic, Classic Masculine Scent
Aphrodisiac Effect (you're welcome)
A Calming, Relaxing Effect on Mind
Antimicrobial & Anti-fungal Properties
Regenerating benefits for every skin type
A Soothing Natural Anti-inflammatory
Aphrodisiac Effect (again, you're welcome)
[and this is just a few things this stuff is known for!]
"But what exactly is the scent profile Doug?"
Great question...
Planet 9 is instantly pungent, energizing and intoxicating, containing delicate floral notes with a whiff of citrus, honey and green/spicy facets. Comforting yet exotic with a slight element of mystery. Think Temple of Doom type "mystery" vibe.
We originally put out Neroli 5 years back and immediately a cult following grew around it! Our Neroli Deodorant really put us on the natural deodorant map too with much fanfare!
But then as we grew and introduced more scents it seemed to have fallen off the radar. I admit it was odd...and though it broke our hearts, we pulled it due to dropping sales.
I am only now learning that a lot of our killer stuff gets lost in the mix or eclipsed (pun intended) by all our other offerings. lol, Some have even said we have too much on our site and should cut back.....crazy. How can one be expected to snuff out creativity?
When the muse comes a calling, you don't put her on hold boys.
We come to wet shaving to relax and slow things down, we built our site around this philosophy. Think of PAA less as a traveling gypsy on a carriage selling potions fast then moving on and more of an artisan who set up permanent shop in your town, with tea on the stove, and who welcomes you to sit around the fire as we share with you our wares and the stories around their conception.
I'm not going to streamline my business to get customers in and out and their money as fast as I can. As an artisan I have put time, energy and love into my craft, I don't think it's too much to ask that the customer slow down when they explore our site...relax, take your time, there's no need to rush, breathe. In fact, those that do explore the PAA Site at a reasonable pace will be rewarded in what they find, I can assure you!
"I am fortunate enough to have had a sneak preview of Planet 9, and I must say....it is out of this world! A very pleasant and surrounding scent that titilates the senses, and soothes the savage #6 setting on your adjustable! Can't wait to get an entire bottle of this fantastic splash!"
~Roberto Myers
But I digress...So up till recently, Fran and I had no idea our Neroli was still being talked about in a big way, sought after even!
This was partly because the buzz was in forums we are not a part of or don't have the time to participate in. If it had not been for our recent AMA on the Damn Fine Shave Forum we would of still been ignorant of the demand...THIS really put a smile on our faces, we could bring our baby back...and better than ever!
After perfuming for more than 5 years now, it would be interesting and fun to go back to one of our earlier scents and apply some of our experience and skill we've since attained.
So I immediately set to work on revisiting our Neroli and pulled out all the stops when it came to redefining the scent. If you are a fan of Fran's past Neroli, Planet 9 is that x 10!
The scent you fell in love with in 2012 is still intact, but I have given it much more depth, shape and dimension. I really tweaked it and brought more of the subtle, natural characteristics of Neroli to the mix...I found it's soul!
(man, that sounds so bloody pretentious...I need to find a better way to say that...but until then, it's clear I'm a dork and I apologize.)
Moving on...
Not an easy or cheap task at all, but this was about passion before profit. Planet 9 contains Neroli Absolute, Neroli Essential Oil, Neroli Essential Water and Neroli Blossom Tincture, giving you, the wearer, a never before wholeness of the scent that had yet been done with an aftershave, to my knowledge.
A Whole Newer & Truer Neroli Experience!
