We Wear-Tested Prada’s New Sweet Chemistry Perfume, Here’s the Verdict
Sweet, but never the same twice.
The words “sweet chemistry” evoke thoughts of twirled sugar, playful softness and feminine sophistication. And Prada Beauty’s latest scent, Prada Paradoxe Sweet Chemistry Eau de Parfum, delivers exactly that.
The fruity-floral fragrance features key notes of blackcurrant syrup, orange blossom absolute, and neroli milk.
Having had the chance to wear-test the perfume, The Sectional can confirm the combination is indulgent, sultry, and, of course, sweet.
Inhaling the aroma is transportive. The bouquet practically whisks one away to an imaginary blush-pink floral fantasy—and it offers a honeyed glow to reality, too.
In Prada’s signature tilted and refillable bottle, this time in a soft wisteria color, Sweet Chemistry is vibrant. It’s intended to redefine sweetness with a contemporary edge.
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“Designed for the Paradoxe woman who is both soft and strong, structured and fluid, and always in precise, yet effortless, balance,” Prada Beauty says in its product description. “This expression of Prada Paradoxe blends radiant florals with addictive fruity notes and creamy indulgence for a scent that feels perfectly balanced.”
While the scent’s makeup is harmonious in-bottle, Sweet Chemistry is not complete until it’s being worn, according to the brand. The perfume depends on interaction with the wearer’s body to reach its final, personalized form.
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The scent is meant to be long-lasting. For maximum longevity, Prada Beauty recommends applying Sweet Chemistry to the creases of one’s knees and elbows without rubbing or dabbing the skin, which can break down the fragrance. For those who prefer wrist placement, the brand advises reapplication, as handwashing can remove the perfume.
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