I took a chance based on all the positive/rave reviews and bought this blind. Over the past 6 months I've come to realize that I love gourmand scents, but I was not sure if this vanilla would be too intense, but it was a win. It just smells absolutely divine on the dry down. I don't know how they achieved this essence of heavenly but I'm a fan, so much so that I've been dabbing this on even when I'll be staying indoors.... just because I LOVE the scent!