A New Release from Ulyka
This new 2025 launch from Ulyka is the result of an unexpected collaboration between the Ulyka fragrance house and the artisanal Dayou Patisserie. It was created by perfumer Margaux Le Paih Guérin together with pastry chef and founder of Dayou, Ayoub Bouricha. Their idea was simple yet original: to translate the signature Dayou best-seller into a warm, edible-leaning gourmand fragrance with niche depth. Blending chocolate, salted butter, tonka, vanilla, and a hint of soft woods, the scent feels less like a typical “sweet perfume” and more like a polished, cozy tonka-driven composition that complements the wearer’s style.
Key Characteristics Nota Tonka Ulyka
Scent notes
Top Notes: Tonka Absolute, Salted Butter, Chocolate.
Heart Notes: Pastry Cream, Guaiac Essense.
Base Notes: Black Vanilla, Patchouli
Longevity, Projection, and Sillage Performance
On the skin, the scent lasts for about 4-6 hours. It does not rush or disappear, but leaves a quiet lingering trail behind. I still feel the soft aura several hours after applying it. Nota Tonka usually shines in cooler weather or calm indoor spaces where the warm sweet notes gently expand around you.
How Nota Tonka Stands Among Tonka and Gourmand Perfumes
Most sweet perfumes tilt into “dessert bomb” territory. In this one patchouli and guaiac give it a bit of shape, so the sweetness feels rounded rather than syrupy. Compared with many mass-market gourmands, Ulyka Nota Tonka reads more layered and more patient.
Who Should Choose Ulyka Nota Tonka and Why
This warm, cozy, creamy-tonka-vanilla-wood scent matches the cold weather and creates a romantic atmosphere. It's perfect for people looking for an unisex, sensual fragrance that isn't overly feminine or masculine. If you enjoy smells that recall pastries, warm desserts, this fragrance is literally designed to be a "chocolate-tonka tart in a bottle."
Expert Natalie point of view
Some fragrances possess a gentle, creamy sweetness, while others venture into the realm of intense, dessert-like gourmand territory, featuring notes such as caramel, vanilla, or praline. Harmony is also essential. The finest warm sweet perfumes often incorporate contrasting elements, such as dry woods, spices, or even a touch of bitterness, to prevent them from becoming overly cloying. Lastly, it is crucial to test how the perfume interacts with your skin chemistry, as sweet notes can vary significantly depending on your body's warmth and pH.
FAQ
Why do some gourmand scents feel heavy or cloying?
Some gourmand perfumes can be a bit too heavy or overpowering because they usually have a lot of sweet, rich smells that can be kind of cloying. They can create a thick, almost syrupy texture that can be overwhelming, especially in warmer weather or if you're in a closed space. These perfumes often have musky or amber bases, and because they lack contrasting notes like freshness or bitterness, they can be hard to wear.
What sets Tonka Bean perfumes and vanilla perfumes apart?
Tonka bean perfumes tend to be deeper, warmer, and more spicy than vanilla ones. They both have sweet, gourmand notes, but tonka has additional nuances of almond, hay, cinnamon, and even a hint of tobacco, which makes it more complex.
What is the concentration of Nota Tonka Ulyka perfume?
This perfume on the official site is described as Extrait de Parfum.
Can Ulyka Nota Tonka be layered with other scents?
Yes, layering can accentuate facets or add nuance. With soft musky lotion to deepen the vanilla without overwhelming sweetness. With soft woody or spicy fragrance to contrast the sweetness and bring more depth or sophistication.
