magazine of perfumery art
by Nose Anatomy
May 4, 2025
An unapologetically bold gourmand that captures the sweetness, depth, and sensuality of modern love.
In the vibrant landscape of 2025 fragrance launches, Ruby by Kajal emerges as a compelling olfactory interpretation of love—bold, indulgent, and unashamedly emotional. True to the symbolism of its namesake gemstone, this unisex fragrance evokes passion and warmth through a decadent gourmand structure that leans both playful and sophisticated.
From the very first spray, Ruby announces its character with a burst of jubilant fruit. A cocktail of red berries, cherry juice, pineapple, and coconut opens the composition, softened by the nutty warmth of almond. This is not a shy introduction—it's vivid, syrupy, and deeply textured.
The heart reveals the fragrance’s most distinctive personality. Here, Ruby turns into dessert: rich swirls of whipped cream, ice cream, brown sugar, and powdery nuances create a creamy, dreamy center. It is both comforting and luxurious, evoking memories of shared sweetness—perhaps a romantic gesture or an afternoon with loved ones.
As it settles, Ruby deepens into a warm and sensual base of tonka bean, amber, vanilla, benzoin, and musk. This final act grounds the fragrance and extends its wear with a resinous, soft-woody warmth that clings to the skin for hours.
Olfactory Pyramid
Top Notes: Red berries, cherry juice, pineapple, coconut, almond
Heart Notes: Whipped cream, ice cream, brown sugar, powdery notes
Base Notes: Tonka bean, amber, vanilla, benzoin, musk
Ruby is not a subtle fragrance—it is bold, confident, and unapologetically sweet. But beneath its playful exterior lies a thoughtful structure. It plays with texture and memory, tapping into both nostalgia and sensuality. This is a perfume for those who want their scent to tell a story: one of warmth, passion, and cherished moments.
While clearly aligned with the gourmand genre, Ruby avoids becoming cloying thanks to its careful balance of brightness and depth. The juxtaposition of creamy and fruity elements keeps the composition alive on the skin, making it ideal for cooler seasons or intimate settings.
Ruby by Kajal doesn’t seek to please everyone—it seduces those who crave an emotional connection to their fragrance. It’s not merely about sweetness or longevity (both of which it delivers in abundance), but about presence. In a world increasingly drawn to minimalism, Ruby dares to be maximalist—in emotion, in richness, in joy.
This is more than a scent. It is a declaration.