Lovefest Burning Cherry Clones

"### Notes & Nuances Ophidian Black Cherry opens with a blast of sweet, slightly medicinal cherry, just like Lovefest Burning Cherry. The raspberry adds a tartness, fighting against the initial sweetness. The bergamot is there, but faint. The heart is where they diverge. While Kayali's is a smooth, boozy gourmand, this clone has a bit of a synthetic edge to the praline note. It's not *bad*, but noticeable. The rose is much quieter here. The drydown mirrors the original fairly well with a creamy, woody blend of Palo Santo, tonka, and guaiac. I'd say it's 87% close to the original, mainly missing the nuanced booziness. ### Projection Power For an inexpensive clone, the performance is respectable. I get around 6 hours on my skin, with the first 2 hours projecting moderately. It's definitely not beast mode, but it's solid for a daily wear. It becomes a skin scent after about 3 hours, which I prefer for most situations. ### To Buy or Not to Buy? If you're craving the Lovefest Burning Cherry vibe but can't justify the price, Ophidian Black Cherry is a great option. The synthetic praline is a drawback, but it's not a deal-breaker. This is perfect for casual daytime wear, date nights, or when you want a sweet, slightly smoky scent that doesn't overpower. But for me? Nah. I'm good with this for now."

"### Scent Breakdown Deep Love opens with a boozy cherry, leaning into cough syrup territory. A tart raspberry tries to cut through, with a whisper of bergamot providing a citrus lift but it is fleeting. Compared to Lovefest Burning Cherry, this is about 85% similar. It's missing the refined almond accord and that smooth, almost creamy texture of the Kayali original. The heart emerges quickly: a sugary praline and powdery heliotrope soften the initial blast, but a synthetic edge becomes apparent, particularly in the rose. The dry down features palo santo and tonka, trying to add warmth, but there is also a noticeable ashy quality here that is not present in the original. ### Final Thoughts Deep Love captures the essence of a party girl on a budget. She’s vibrant and fun but maybe hasn't made the best choices (that synthetic note!). If you crave the Lovefest vibe and don't want to spend the money, this might scratch the itch. However, those sensitive to synthetic notes should proceed with caution. A good option if you're curious about Lovefest and want to sample the vibe without the commitment. ### Projection Power Projection is moderate for the first hour. After that, it becomes a skin scent. Expect around 4-5 hours of wear. It's not a beast, but it does leave a gentle trail that is noticeable without being overpowering."