Lust In Paradise

Lust In Paradise, inspired by Ex Nihilo Lust in Paradise

Pink pepper gives Lust in Paradise a tingling, rosy-spicy start, and two rose- and peony-type captive molecules (Rosyfolia and Petalia) build the floral heart before rose absolute takes over. Ex Nihilo's own description also mentions lychee, which adds a fruity facet. The rose is fresh and luminous rather than jammy or dark. Musk, white cedarwood and Ambrofix, a clean ambergris-type material, form a smooth, airy woody base.

About the original

Ex Nihilo tags it 'French Riviera addiction', describing sunny Mediterranean afternoons that pair bright florals with warm notes. The composition is credited to Louise Turner. The brand later added a Lust in Paradise Extrait and matching body care, both separate from this eau de parfum. Its launch year was not confirmed in the sources we checked.

Our version

Ours is an independent eau de parfum made to evoke the same character. It is not Ex Nihilo stock, not an official relaunch and not the original formula.

Who it suits

Rose wearers who find traditional rose perfumes heavy will appreciate its lighter touch. Pink pepper and musk keep it lively and clean. An oud-rose or a dark, velvety rose it is not.

Related scents

• Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique
• Ex Nihilo French Affair
• Yankee Candle Fresh Cut Roses

Notes of the original fragrance, as published by the brand.

Top notes: Pink Pepper, Rosyfolia™

Heart notes: Petalia™, Rose Absolute

Base notes: Musk, White Cedarwood, Ambrofix™

Pink pepper and rosy captive notes open it fresh and peppery, with the lychee facet the brand describes.

Rose absolute and Petalia fill out the floral heart.

Musk, white cedarwood and Ambrofix leave a clean, ambery-woody finish.

Is this based on the Lust in Paradise Extrait?

No, on the eau de parfum, the original version of Lust in Paradise. Ex Nihilo also sells a Lust in Paradise Extrait.

What are Rosyfolia and Petalia?

Both are captive molecules, materials owned by a fragrance manufacturer, with a rose or peony character. Here they sit alongside rose absolute.

Inside the EU, delivery is free on orders of €49 or more. Below that it is a flat €4.99. Outside the EU, delivery is a flat €4.99 on every order. We send every order in 1 to 2 working days. It arrives in 3 to 7 days across the EU and in 7 to 14 days outside the EU. You have 14 days to return an unopened bottle.

Ex Nihilo and Lust in Paradise are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Ex Nihilo in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.