Today I layered Hard Candy with Hard Candy Elixir. Had to run out, so I grabbed my spare official 10 ml of Hard Candy Elixir and took it on the road with me. That’s where those smaller bottles come in handy easy to carry if I decide to refresh later. New name is Censored and Censored Elixir for those of you who don’t know. These two share that sweet, fruity gourmand character: strawberry candy, citrus, vanilla, tonka and honey, with lavender and mint giving the sweetness some freshness. Sandalwood, patchouli and oud bring warmth and depth underneath. The difference between the two: Hard Candy is the brighter, more playful side of the pairing. The Elixir takes that same candy sweetness deeper, adding amber, ambergris and synthetic Tonkin musk for a richer, darker, more sensual finish. It’s a change in texture and depth as much as strength. Layering them brings the original’s brighter character together with the Elixir’s heavier base. They’re closely related, so the combination builds on the same scent profile rather than taking it in a completely different direction. Performance: Both have a reputation for lasting well, although skin, weather and spray amount make a difference. As a general guide, expect roughly 8-10 hours from Hard Candy and 8-12 hours or more from the Elixir. Projection: The most noticeable outward push is generally during the first 1-3 hours, then it gradually settles into a closer scent bubble. The Elixir’s richer feel doesn’t automatically mean it projects farther the entire time. Sillage: Think a sweet, fruity, warm trail as you move, more noticeable early on and softer as the wear progresses. Layering can make that presence fuller, but it doesn’t guarantee double the projection or longevity. For those of you who want to have an understanding of Aaron Terence Hughes work this is where you start !!!

Said I would stop but what happens if I need moisturizer? Oh yea and I may need attars and what happens if I need backup bottles and I hate traveling with full sized bottles. Is there an AA Meeting? Aaron Anonymous.