
Ultima Chiang Mai Aftershave Splash
I’m very fortunate to be able to travel throughout the world and spent a considerable amount of time in the Asian Pacific region. My experiences have allowed me translate these into my art, which is soap making and creating fragrances, Chiang Mai was created by Thalia Ariana & myself, with a scent which is uniquely different and unlike anything you have smelled before. Many of the oils used come directly from Thailand. The inspiration are from all the beautifully fragrant smells which engulf your senses from this part of the world. Many of the ingredients are also used when creating wonderful Thai & Vietnamese food. The scent of Chiang Mai is fresh, fragrant and mouth watering. It really smells like an open air market in the countryside. You’ll be able to pick out the fresh basil & lemongrass with a hint of coconut milk and citruses such as the kaffir lime which comes direct from Thailand.
Notes: kaffir lime (Thailand), Thai basil (Thailand), yuzu zest, sambac jasmine (Philippines), lemongrass, mint, coconut, may chang, galagal root (India), pink pepper, Siam Benzoin (Thailand), Thai vetiver (Thailand).
Ingredients: Aloe Vera Juice, SD 40B Alcohol, Rose Hydrosol, Vegetable Glycerin, Emu Oil, Calendula Extract , Red Clover Extract, Chamomile, Plantain Leaves, White Willow Bark, Vitamin E, Hyaluronic Acid, Caprylic Triglycerides ( combination of plant sugars and fatty acids derived from palm and coconut oils for silkier feel and as a natural preservative).
Chiang Mai reminds me more of the wafting aromas of a favorite pho restaurant. I smell green citrus, Thai Basil, galagal, and pepper all blended perfectly with nothing standing out of place. Instead of being a barbershop scent or a perfume scent like most aftershaves, this is more of a nostalgia scent. It does smell great on the skin but it is at its best when it evokes memories of travel or great meals in those around you. As for the formulation, the aftershave is very nourishing and moisturizing unlike some aftershave splashes.
i was very skeptical on purchasing this because i'm not a big fan of lemongrass. but boy am i glad i got it anyways! the lemongrass is the perfect amount where it doesn't overpower the other notes. my favorite note that pops out under all the notes is the slight mint finding its way to the top.