We Tried the TikTok-Famous Kayali Vanilla Fragrance That’s Almost Always Sold Out
Nikkita is a former corporate copywriter and skincare lover turned Social & Content Coordinator here at Adore Beauty. She spends most of her spare time on the hunt for Melbourne's best Pain au Chocolat.
Since the initial launch on the AB website in September this year, Kayali perfumes have literally been flying off the shelves of our Customer Fulfillment Centre.
So much so that one Kayali perfume, in particular, is almost always sold out.
Thankfully, by some stroke of magic, I was able to get my hands on a little bottle of Kayali Vanilla 28.
For those of you who are still unable to get a hold of this highly sought-after product (not trying to rub it in, I promise), keep reading, because this might just be your new signature fragrance.
What is Kayali Vanilla 28?
Kayali Vanilla 28 is arguably one of Kayali’s most popular fragrances.
The brand promises that this amber gourmand scent is both rich and decadent, with a contrasting vanilla fragrance against warm woods and soft, white florals.
Kayali 28 is also a cruelty-free fragrance!
Okay, let’s dive a little deeper now.
Let’s talk about Kayali Vanilla 28 notes.
- Head notes: Jasmine and Madagascan vanilla orchid.
- Heart notes: Brazilian Tonka.
- Base notes: Musk, amber, patchouli and brown sugar.
One of my favourite things about Kayali Vanilla 28 is that due to the high concentration of raw Magadascan vanilla, the colour varies from bottle to bottle.
Colours can vary between golden, brown and purple – basically, no two bottles are the same. Cool, huh?
Take a look at what I’m talking about:
Moving on to sizes; this bad boy comes in three of them.
So, if you’re conscious about exceeding the maximum liquid allowance on a flight, an avid perfume collector, or just someone who wants to try this fragrance before you commit to the full 100ml size, I promise there’s something for everyone.
You can pick up Kayali Vanilla in the following sizes:
Want more?
I've got a little something something for all of you lotion lovers out there, and for anyone looking to completely drench themselves in the smell of warm vanilla.
Spoiler alert, it's the Kayali Vanilla 28 Hand Cream 30ml, and you need it in your life.
Kayali Vanilla Review.
Described as a refined take on a vanilla fragrance, Kayali Vanilla’s jasmine and vanilla orchid notes bring out the softness of Brazillian tonka.
The result? A vanilla fragrance unlike any other you’ve ever smelled.
In the interest of transparency, when I first gave this fragrance a little spritz, I was a little taken aback.
She’s very strong.
So, a word of advice, a little spritz (yep, an actual little spritz) is all you need.
What’s great about Kayali is that each of their scents are designed to be layered with other fragrances.
This means that you can completely customise your fragrance each day to match your mood. We looooove the versatility.
While I’m not a super sweet fragrance fan myself, if you’re a vanilla lover on the hunt for your next sweet fragrance, Kayali Vanilla could be right down your alley.
But don't just take my word for it. We turned to 5 Adore Beauty staffers to get their thoughts on this sweet little fragrance.
Here's what they had to say:
"The packaging is quite cute. It seems very luxe."
"It's got a bit of a muskiness to it, so I don't think it's a straight-up, sweet vanilla scent." – Nicole.
"It's really vanilla-y. It's very strong." – Gin.
"I sprayed it on about 4 hours ago and I can still smell it on me. I've been getting compliments from people around me." – Maisha.
"Powerful, but sweet." – Chloe.
"It's definitely a subtle, classy smell. A woman who's got her shit together." – Mary.
Check out our team's full review in our 5 People Try video below:
Best Kayali Scent.
If vanilla isn't your vibe, fear not! With an entire suite of fragrances available, I'm 99.99% certain that there's a Kayali fragrance out there for everyone.
With that being said, allow me to introduce you to Kayali's top 5 fragrances (after Vanilla, of course).
1. Kayali Déjà Vu White Flower 57 Eau de Parfum.
What:
Kayali Déjà Vu White Flower combines smooth, rich florals with a fruity touch. It's seductive, comforting and warm...yep, all at once.
Head notes: Pear, white nectarine and gardenia.
Heart notes: Indian jasmine absolute, orange flower, tuberose.
Base notes: Crystalised patchouli, cashmere woods, Sri Lankan sandalwood.
2. Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry 48 Eau de Parfum.
What:
Vibrant and intense, this woody gourmand fragrance plays with contrasts, pairing luscious fruits against sweetness and smokiness.
Head notes: Bergamot, raspberry, black cherry.
Heart notes: Rose damascena, jasmine sambac, heliotrope, praline.
Base notes: Palo santo, guaiac wood, patchouli, Peru balsam, tonka bean absolute, Haitian vetiver, ambrettolide.
3. Kayali Utopia Vanilla Coco 21 Eau De Parfum Intense.
What:
Sweet and summery yet highly concentrated, this fragrance is a head-turning combination of creamy woods and sweet white florals.
Head notes: Honeysuckle, pear blossom, Italian lemon, coconut.
Heart notes: Jasmine, gardenia, tuberose, ambrette.
Base notes: Sandalwood, patchouli, vanilla bourbon, musk.
4. Kayali Invite Only Amber 23 Eau De Parfum.
What:
Kayali Invite Only Amber Eau de Parfum is a rich and addictive fragrance. This scent is best suited to nights - wear it whenever you want to feel sensual and seductive.
Head notes: Black cherry, honey de Provence, tobacco leaf, chocolate hazelnut accord.
Heart notes: Rose centifolia absolute, rose damascena, citrus leaf.
Base notes: Oud oil, cypriol, musks, amber, benzoin, sandalwood, patchouli, vanilla.
5. Kayali Elixir 11 Eau De Parfum.
What:
Kayali Elixir Eau de Parfum is the perfect scent for autumn and winter nights - wear it anytime you're feeling romantic and sweet.
Head notes: Red apple, rose petal.
Heart notes: Rose centifolia, jasmine sambac.
Base notes: Patchouli, amber, vanilla.
If you're as indecisive as I am and need some time to sample and sit on a fragrance before deciding if it's your signature, don't worry, because they haven't forgotten about us.
Kayali have just the thing for indecisive fragrance lovers – the Kayali Discovery Layering Set 2.0 is a great way to figure out the best Kayali perfume for you.
I'm convinced we're all destined to find our new fragrance BFFs in this set.
Well, there you have it friends! The complete 411 on Kayali's most popular fragrance (and the next top 5 contenders).
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