[unpaid/sample/affiliate/ad] When I requested updates on Marks & Spencer’s beauty offerings, I received two unexpected fragrances as a glimpse of the brand’s collection. However, despite the unconventional approach, the Discover Intense fragrances, though oddly named, proved to be quite delightful.
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First off, I must commend M&S for the exquisite design of these bottles – stylish, modern, and minimalistic. The Mandarins & Ylang Ylang variant from the Marks & Spencer Discover Intense Fragrance line immediately caught my attention. As a lover of citrus scents, I found the prominent mandarin note to be invigorating, sweet, and lively. The mandarin essence stands out, overshadowing the jasmine, musk, and ylang ylang undertones, which play a more subtle role in the background. I was pleasantly surprised and would gladly wear this fragrance again.
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The second fragrance, Nectar & Passionfruit, also caught my fancy! It exudes a warmth and a milder citrusy aroma, with mandarin taking center stage once more. The predominant notes in this blend, to my senses, are amber and rose. Although I didn’t pick up much of the rose or passionfruit, our noses tend to gravitate toward what pleases us most. This scent lingered longer on my skin compared to Mandarin & Ylang Ylang. While these fragrances may not be exceptionally complex blends, they are remarkably wearable, especially considering their price of £12.50 each. I noticed that Nectar & Passionfruit is currently on sale for £6 HERE, a fantastic deal that I wouldn’t hesitate to take advantage of. Mandarin is still priced at £12.50 HERE, and there is also a sampler set available for £5 HERE. Ordering online for in-store pickup is convenient, as I haven’t come across these scents in my local stores.
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