Mexican Vanilla vs Hostility

Shared character

Both Mexican Vanilla and Hostility share a core composition of jasmine, lemon, gardenia, rose, bergamot, tuberose, sandalwood, vanilla, musk, amber, lily of the valley, and honey. They are both characterized by woody, sweet, and amber accords.

How they differ

Mexican Vanilla features a wide array of unique notes including ylang-ylang, heliotrope, geranium, oakmoss, vetiver, patchouli, yuzu, cinnamon, tobacco leaf, tonka bean, caramel, thyme, pineapple, lotus, apricot, beeswax, violet, praline, ivy, star anise, orange, coconut, fig leaf, passion flower, bourbon vanilla, bitter almond, mahogany, dark chocolate, hazelnut, cognac, amaryllis, pine needles, French pastries, black licorice, cloves, and Siam benzoin, alongside tiare flower. Its profile is defined by fruity, honey, nutty, vanilla, and warm spicy accords. In contrast, Hostility includes unique notes of cashmere wood, blackcurrant, and chocolate, with a profile defined by floral, citrus, powdery, musky, and white floral accords.

Who each suits

Mexican Vanilla suits those who prefer complex, warm spicy, nutty, and fruity profiles with heavy gourmand elements. Hostility suits those who prefer floral, citrus, powdery, and musky compositions.