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When perfumer Romano Ricci set out to create an elegant ode to the classic rose, his noble intentions were foiled by a lab technician who accidently added too much cetalox, a synthetic substitute for grey amber, to the mix. The serendipitous mistake turned out for the best, since it resulted in Mad Madame, a bewitching blend of sophisticated notes and modern musky scents.

How it Works

Top notes of rose, freesia, and black currant open up to earthy wood notes (the result of that happy initial mishap). Balancing the sweet floral scents are base notes of white musk, tolu balsam, and vanilla absolute. Plus, the eye-catching oxblood red bottle will look smashing on your vanity.

How to Use

Remove the top from the chic red bottle and spritz onto pulse points: wrists, elbows, neck, or even behind your knees.
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Unique and elegant

I love this- I am usually sensitive to perfumes, but this one I enjoy while wearing it. I will have to buy it. It has a great sensual scent.

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Not a fan

This smell was a little too strong and intense for me. I get a very edgy rock and roll vibe in this scent...not what i am going for.

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strong scent but pretty

I like the scent. It was stronger then perfumes I buy but it's a nice smell. Its a mature last longing scent. I was happy to try the product and would buy it!

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So strong!

I love this perfume because of how strong it is. I wear it every once in a while when I'm in the mood, and it never disappoints! It also has good staying power.

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So sexy!

Love this perfume, it is musky in a sensual way. It felt high class, but somehow a little risque. Of all the products I've ever received from Birchbox, this is the one I want the most!

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Not a fan

Too musky and didn't work well with my body chemistry. The scent lasted quite a long time though. Wouldn't recommend for under 30

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A bit flowery but nice.

I expected this perfume to be a bit edgier, because of the name, but once I got over that surprise I've enjoyed it more every time I've used it. Light enough to wear during the day to work, but interesting.

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Smells Great

I really enjoy the smell of the perfume. Reminds me of my childhood for an odd reason. I love all the different things used to make this perfume.

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Smells SO GOOD

I love all the different things used to make this perfume smell so AWESOME!! I'm not crazy about the patchouli aroma, but mixed with the rest of the mishap, WOW. I love it and will be purchasing it with the help of my BIRCHBOX points (it's a little pricey)

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not my thing

I think maybe I just have a problem with rose scent. I couldn't get into this perfume, I feel like whenever I smell rose it just goes into the old lady territory or something. I think there was an underlying blackberry scent to it that helped somewhat, but still didn't like it....

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