The biography of Pierre Montail is not known to anyone for certain. After all, not a single version has been confirmed either by the founder of the house of niche perfumery itself or by its environment. Even the official website of the brand will not be able to satisfy your completely natural curiosity. On the page there are only references to the merits of Monsieur Montal and a list of his creations, the number of which has already exceeded one hundred.
Many argue that the perfumer intentionally threw a fleur of mystery on his biography, and all this understatement was necessary to promote the brand. Yes, to be honest, mystery has always excited curiosity and encouraged people to get acquainted with everything unusual and new.
Montale: mysterious and unique
Having studied various versions of the biography of Monsieur Pierre Montail, one should still be inclined to the most widespread opinion that all his masterpieces were born thanks to three qualities: a brilliant education, natural talent and the thirst to learn new things when traveling.
The beginning of the path of the great perfumer was very canonical: Pierre Montal graduated with honors from the Institute of Aromatic Substances, Perfumes and Cosmetics at Versailles, then he would be sent to an internship in Paris, and then began to release his own compositions.
The world got acquainted with the second collection after his journey through the East. It was then that the compositions acquired an oriental sound. Having visited India and the countries of the Arabian Peninsula, Pierre learned perfume traditions and studied the sound of aromas unusual for Europeans. Here he became addicted to the use of oud wood oil. This ingredient in the East is considered an aphrodisiac valued at its weight in gold.
Birth of Mukhallat
Rumor has it that the talent of Monsieur Montal conquered the prince of Saudi Arabia. For several years he created individual compositions for the royal house. In particular, Abdullah ibn Abdul-Aziz al-Saud asked for 10 fragrances for each of his four wives. In addition, the "court perfumer" created the perfume Montale Mukhallat especially for the sheikh, which in 2008 finally appeared on the world market.
Collaboration with the Arab elite served as the beginning for the release of the Arabian collection of oud perfumes - deep, spicy and incredibly persistent. Reviews of these fragrances emphasize that their subtle and mysterious sound literally from the first notes conveys all the richness of the culture of the East.
Masterpieces from Montal differ from products of other brands not only with unsurpassed smells, but also with unusual packaging. When looking at the bottle, one involuntarily recalls the statement that a talented person is talented in everything. He not only created perfumes, but also managed to attract attention to them. The Montal package cannot be confused with others. In addition, these are the only niche perfume bottles that are made from quality aluminum.
Features Montale
The unchanging author of all compositions managed to harmoniously combine oriental luxury with French chic. By the way, no one could achieve such a duet before. It would seem that Europe "overfilled" with aromas is no surprise, but the continent’s audience greeted the novelty with enthusiasm and immediately ranked the perfumes from Montale to the elite.
The main secret of all compositions is the presence of oud tree chords. Thanks to this, precious oil has become an actual and, perhaps, a desired ingredient by many perfumers.
What are the main features? Firstly, in the presence of the strongest aphrodisiacs. For example, the composition Montale Mukhallat (unisex), according to customers, creates a certain atmosphere around its owner that cannot be repeated by other perfumes of famous brands.
Secondly, a chip in the form of an aluminum bottle. It is not only decorative and recognizable, but also protects the aromatic essence from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation. Thus, the properties of essential oils can be maintained.
And thirdly, there is practically no alcohol in the composition. A high concentration is achieved due to the presence of natural components and, in contact with the warmth of the skin, they create metamorphoses of aromas bordering on alchemy.
What do customers value most
We offer 7 of the most popular perfumes "Montal" according to customers:
- Roses Musk is an absolute bestseller all over the world, in which Pierre Montalt showed his talent: to combine 3 ingredients and get a masterpiece.
- Soleil de Capri - a fruity scent conquers from the first chords and does not let go until the very last loop notes. He was loved for the rich and expensive sound.
- Intense Cafe - coffee, flowers, vanilla. How could all admirers of the mysterious East have passed him?
- Jasmin Full is an ode to a beautiful flower expressed through an aromatic composition.
- Red Vetyver - for several years now it has been one of the most sought after items in the men's line. It sounds delicious, prestigious and incredibly expensive.
- Black Aoud is a great blend of musky notes, wood and fragrance flowers.
- Chocolate Greedy is the dream of all lovers of chocolate and sweet perfumes. Beautiful, and most importantly, not sugary sound of floral and coffee accents.
The choice of bloggers and critics
And now we offer a list of 7 favorite compositions of bloggers and critics:
- Pure Gold - in reviews it was called fruit and flower gold and is recommended to romantic ladies and young ladies.
- Aoud Leather - can rightfully be considered one of the best wood-leather creations of the perfumery house "Montal". Ideal for confident men and courageous women.
- Montale Mukhallat is a fragrance that perfume lovers have been waiting for and praised by Arab bloggers. A gourmet bomb mix made from juicy strawberries, Peruvian balsam and a riot of oriental bazaar odors. Unlimited pleasure!
- Aoud Purple Rose is another hit that has joined the oud rose family. Of course, its sound is much stricter and harsher than that of Roses Musk, but this did not deprive the composition of femininity and mystery. Bloggers recommend it as a gift for stylish ladies.
- Orient Extreme - these perfumes do not cease to praise Balkan perfumers. “Orient Extreme” attracted them due to the incredible combination of selected ingredients - spices, musk, sandalwood, rose and benzoin.
- Black Musk is a rare case when professional opinion coincided with the views of consumers. Imperious, captivating and absorbing. Worthy of a real man.
- Vanilla Extasy - vanilla ecstasy, happiness, enjoyment. No wonder this perfume has become the choice of leading critics in the beauty industry. Recommended for those who seek, love and value quality sounding compositions.
Montale Mukhallat: a fragrance description
"Mukhallat" is an oriental vanilla unisex perfume that, like fragrant sweet magic, seduces with its taste shades.
From the first notes, the composition fills the air with realistic aromas of ripe strawberries, complemented by shades of roasted almonds. The gourmet explosion continues to excite our receptors with a creamy smack of musk and hints of vanilla. The train of spirits sounds for a long time, prolonging the reminder of its "sweet" owner.
In reviews of Montale Mukhallat, its fragrance was called stupefying, but by no means suffocating. Perhaps this is due to the oils that make up the olfactory pyramid. It was they who helped the composition gain a rich and deep entourage. It is worth noting that in the sweetness of the perfume powder is not felt at all, on the contrary, the buyers were struck by the noble fragrance of an elite aroma.
Women recommend wearing "Mukhallat" in the late autumn period or with the onset of winter cold. In their opinion, it was at this time that he fully demonstrated his best properties. The composition will be an ideal companion on a rainy evening - it will give its owner a good mood, and will fill the room with the smell of strawberry cake sprinkled with crumbs of fried almonds.
Fragrance for notes: top
The description of Montale Mukhallat will begin with the fact that it belongs to the universal. Perfume is very popular among oriental men. Its sound causes excitement in women, but suppresses desire in other representatives of the stronger sex.
In the initial chords, there is only one ingredient - vanilla, which is famous for its unusual smell. On the one hand, he is very appetizing, on the other - incredibly refined and sensual. But he has a small drawback: in each composition to behave differently. Vanilla is innocent, but more often intoxicating, tart, and sometimes asphyxiating. It all depends on the concentration and "satellites" in the olfactory pyramid. As for our perfume, the ingredient plays the role of an aphrodisiac in Mukhallat. Thus, the first chord not only thins a pleasant smell, but also kindles a strong desire.
Middle notes
Montale Mukhallat continues with a hearty accent, with almond and musk dominating.
It was not for nothing that the first component became the basis for medium chords, because it gave the composition bitterness and at the same time sweetness. The beauty lies in the fact that on every person it is heard differently: from a bitter, non-gourmet smell to a pleasant and very edible.
As for musk, its role is far from secondary. Many buyers in their reviews wrote about the sensuality and languor of "Mukhallat" - all this is the merit of this ingredient. In addition, it has an amazing property - when heated, it is able to enhance the components of the aroma. Therefore, the same composition from “Montal” in winter and summer sounds completely different.
Base
The final chord of Montale Mukhallat EDP (unisex, 100ml) is juicy strawberries, which are useful not only when ingested. According to scientists, the berry contains about 50 aromatic substances that have a beneficial effect on a person’s mood. Maybe that's why many people like its smell.
Naturally, Pierre Montal, like other perfumers, could not miss it when compiling an olfactory pyramid. This component gave “Mukhallat” not only juicy notes with subtle sourness, but also summer cheerfulness, recalling bright sunny days.
Montale Mukhallat: customer reviews
Unisex fragrance, as it turned out, became famous and loved for its durability and unique sound. For many, the composition is associated with the countries of the Arabian Peninsula. Perhaps the fact is that there is no alcohol in the composition, only the main components and oils. It was noted that strawberries are not heard as a berry, but as a fresh cake with berry filling, the sweetness of vanilla and the bitterness of almonds are felt.
Also in the reviews of Montale Mukhallat it was said that it is impossible to make a forecast on how it will sound on its owner: only in the oriental or extremely sweet.
In winter, customers recommend applying Mukhallat to their woolen clothing, so it holds in a special way firmly and firmly. And in the summer it is better to spray it in the evening and go for a walk, enjoying a light haze with the taste of sweet sweets. Many noted that the composition was not sharp, but rather relaxing and calming.
Where can I buy
Montale Mukhallat reviews recommend perfume to fans of sweet fruit flavors. Combining it is most appropriate with informal clothing options for the autumn-winter season: warming and cozy notes will soften your look and be able to distract from the cold. Perfumes are less combined with business style, however, customers say that for the office, light spraying on a blouse will be very appropriate.
In addition, "Mukhallat" sounds expensive and without a chemical shade. Throughout all time, he retains his original notes, without changing them even after a few hours.
So, where and at what price can you buy the original Montale Mukhallat perfume:
- "Rive Gauche", price from 5000 rubles per 50 ml.
- TSUM (Moscow), the cost is from 10 900 rubles per 100 ml.
- In the corporate perfume online store "Montal" in Russia, the cost of the composition "Mukhallat" varies from 2450 to 4,600 rubles.
How to distinguish a fake
First, pay attention to the packaging. Montale Mukhallat Original Perfume (EDP) cardboard is thick. The inscriptions on it are very clear and as if squeezed out. The name of the perfume composition is always printed on the sticker, and on fakes - on the box.
Secondly, find the barcode. In the original, it is located on the back or bottom of the box. Recently, in Russia, decoded "Montal", that is, perfumes originally intended for another country, for example, Poland, are increasingly found. In this case, the barcodes are overwritten.
Thirdly, the paint on the bottle is applied evenly. Do not be scared if you once bought Mukhallat in white, and later it appeared in gold. The company very often changes colors, so do not doubt the originality. Also pay attention to the spray gun, which must be unscrewed. The nozzle is always black, and there is always a logo on the clothespin holding the spray head.
Fourth, the bottom of the original Montale Mukhallat Eau de Parfum perfume is very smooth and pressed inward (towards the center). As for the bags that are in each package, they are always made of different fabrics. Therefore, pay attention to the smooth application of the logo and the quality of sewing.
Note
In the end, I would like to note that the brand "Montal" in 2013 was divided into two legal entities. Now, earlier releases may differ from remodelers in the color of the bottle, box, percentage of alcohol, address, and name. For example, Fougeres Marine can be seen as Fougeres Marines. Only the release process remained unchanged. Aromas are also produced according to the established formula and only in Paris.
It is worth recalling that two years ago the perfume house Montal opened the third mini-factory, the address of which also appears on packages since 2016: 68, Rue Pierre Charron, Paris, 75008, France.