AD. We'll be celebrating national friendship day later on in the month (30th July) and what better way to recognise your bestie than with the gift of cruelty free fragrance?
I've been trialing perfumes from Dolma's discovery box set which features 12 of their classic scents. And luckily for one reader I have wonderful little giveaway where you can win yourself (or your bestie) a 50ml fragrance of choice.
Introducing Dolma
Dolma are a UK based vegan and cruelty free fragrance brand offering scents for both men and women. They're an independent small business who believe deeply in offering an alternative to commercial perfumes that is both ethical and beautiful.
Let me tell you a little bit more about how amazing this fragrance brand is.
Leaping Bunny Approved
Dolma are leaping bunny approved. All of their own brand cosmetics and personal care products fall under this internationally recognised gold standard award for cruelty free products.
Dolma is Climate Positive
Dolma is involved in an initiative with Ecologi. This is a company which plants trees each and every month to counter balance Dolma employees carbon footprint. They've currently planted 1230 trees and have funded 18 projects across the globe. Projects include generating renewable solar energy in Egypt and funding a wind power project in Mexico.
Dolma Plant Trees
For every single sale, Dolma will plant a tree. But for them, it's not just about plating trees. It's about what that tree offers to life around it. Reforestation is essential to strengthening the resilience of our ecosystems and preserving biodiversity. Something Dolma believe heavily in.
Environmentally Conscious Ingredients
Dolma follow strict guidelines from IFRA (international fragrance association). IFRA aim to continue fragrance manufacture within the most environmentally conscious framework.
Recycling
Dolma aim to keep packaging to the absolute minimum. Their perfume bottles are mostly recyclable apart from the pipette inside which serves the spray function. At the moment unfortunately there isnt an environmentally conscious option available. The bottle however, along with the pump and cap are all 100% recyclable.
Discover Dolma's cruelty free fragrance range with me.
I was very kindly gifted the discovery set which acts as a gateway into Dolma, allowing you to try a variety of their scents. Lets dive in and see what fragrance notes they have to offer.
Amethyst Mist
Amethyst mist is a very calming scent. There are woody notes of cedarwood, sandalwood and pathcouli. This is offset with zingier notes of ginger, cardamon and clove. Amethyst mist feels very spa like for me and would be the perfect scent for those that love to relax and connect with nature.
Anahita
Anahita is packed full of fruit and floral scents. It's a soft feminine scent which for me calls for day drinks with the girls. It's fresh, but it's still got a bit of punch to it.
Andromeda
Andromeda is like nothing I've ever smelt before! It's definitely a one of a kind scent. With a green floral base and elements of jasmine and neroli I think this is going to one that captures many hearts.
Calista
Calista smells fresh, it smells citrus and dare I say it, I think it's my favourite! It contains bergamot, lemon and ylang ylang, possibly three of my favourite scents! I love this one - If I was entering the giveaway, this is the one I'd be after!
Compassion
Compassion is another winner for me as it's packed full of ylang ylang, lemon and ginger. It's very fruity, similar to Calista, only the ginger and it's floral attributes give it a bit of edge.
Cushi B
Here's one for all you spice lovers out there. Cushi B contains cardamon and cinnamon with a hint of orange giving it a really warm, spicy feel. This would be the perfect Winter scent. It takes me back to wrapping up warm for Christmas markets. Delicious!
First Rain
As the name suggests first rain is a very Earthy, woody scent. It smells like forest greens, only with hints of jasmine to give it more of a fresh scent. I'm personally not to sure about this one, although my scent tastes favour more fresh and citrus notes.
Midnight Velvet
To me midnight velvet feels like a timeless perfume. Like a classic Chanel. It's quite a woody scent, but with a sweet side to it. It's wonderful!
Light Bloom
Light bloom is very clean. It feels fresh and minimalist. Magnolia, lilies, and freesias embody this cruelty free fragrance. I think this would make a great (and safe) gift for somebody.
Sarabande
I wasn't expecting Sarabande to smell as floral as it does. There's a slight woodiness to it, however it's its rose notes which stand out for me. It feels like a romantic fragrance! Perfect for date nights. Sarabande is a bit of a curveball for me. Generally speaking this is a scent I wouldn't usually go for, but upon smelling, I'm hooked!
Sun Joy
Sun joy makes me feel so happy. Not only does it's name appeal to me, but the fresh citrus scent does too. It feels like quite a young perfume and one that's full of fruitiness. I love this one! It's perfect for this time of year too.
Vegamusk
Vegamusk is a very soft musk with sweet hints of honey and jasmine. I feel like this would be a favourite for a lot of people however it's not quite for me.
Win a 50ml Dolma Fragrance
As I mentioned previously, I'm working with Dolma to offer one of my readers their very own cruelty free fragrance. All you have to do is follow the instructions on the rafflecopter widget below to enter.
- The giveaway is UK only.
- It will run from 12:00am Monday 18th July to 12.00am Sunday 31st July.
- The winner will be contacted by myself only and details will be passed onto Dolma.
Do let me know in the comments below which scent would be the one for you.
Such an indepth review of all the Dolma fragrances! I had one of these sets last year and really liked what the brand stood for 🙂 xx
Andromeda and First Rain sound like gorgeous scents! I've never heard of Dolma before, but the ethics behind the brand are wonderful, love how they're cruelty free and care for the environment x
I saw the fragrance brand mentioned/covered on another blog and I was intrigued by them especially as they are vegan and cruelty-free. I love the breakdown of the scents you did and I love how refreshing they sound!
I haven't heard of Dolma fragrances before, but these CF fragrances sound great x
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Sounds like such a great brand, I always find it difficult to find a cruelty free perfume!
Amy x
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Anything with citrus and or ginger gets my vote (my signature scent is Origins Ginger Essence which has ginger, orange and bergamot) and these sound absolutely gorgeous, Claire. I think Compassion and Cushi B sound perfect! xx
These scents all sound amazing, what a great set! I love a floral scent, so either the Light Bloom or Sarabande 🙂 Thank you for sharing this vegan & cruelty free brand Claire x
I haven't heard of Dolma before, but I love that they're cruelty-free and environmentally friendly.
I am a fan of fruity, floral scents so the Anahita, Calista, Compassion, and Sun joy perfumes sound perfect to me!
This is such a great review! I hadn't heard of Dolma before but I'm always on the hunt for cruelty free, Leaping Bunny approved products. I love the breakdown you gave of all the scents, Light Bloom sounds like my kind of scent! Thank you so much for sharing and hosting such a great giveaway x
Great review and I love the sound of these scents. I can just imagine how wonderful the smell. Also love the sustainable element.
Will be entering the competition.
Sounds like a great company - love that they are Climate Positive!
I’m a sucker for perfume and these sound lovely! I also love that they cruelty free too x
These all sound amazing, its great to hear that they are vegan too. Great review, I love the sound of the Amethyst Mist..
I’ve never heard of them before but always love to try out new fragrances especially when they are cruelty free 💕
Callista and light bloom sound like my jam! I really love what Dolma stands for and getting g a lot for trying all the perfumes is such a great idea x
I would choose Sarabande, it sounds really lovely. There is a lovely choice though!
I like the sound of Vegamusk. Would love to try this.
I would love to try Amethyst mist.
Light bloom sounds lovely
I would love to try Sarabande as I love floral scents x
I would like to try the Calista
I think I would like the Calista fragrance best
Sarabande sounds lovely - love floral scents x
Light Bloom or Andromeda for me, I'm a big fan of florals!
Vegamusk as I love jasmine scents!
I would choose Compassion
I would choose Amethyst Mist.
I'd love to try Calista - sounds fabulous. All the perfumes I particularly love.
Vegamusk sounds good for my wife.
Light bloom sounds good
Vegamusk.
First Rain sounds gorgeous!
Sarabande sounds like the one for me. I love rose.
I would choose First Rain
First rain, sounds exactly like something I would love to wear!
Amethyst Mist sounds amazing!
They all sound lovely, Light Bloom appeals to me the most.
Sun joy sounds good to me. I have not heard of these fragrances but would love to give them a try
Midnight Velvet sounds lovely!
I would love the light bloom scent
Th sunjoy fragrance sounds right up my street
Anahita I think would suit me
Ooh never heard of this brand before but would love to try it sounds gorgeous 🥰🤞
Vegamusk sounds perfect
I would love to try Amethyst mist
First rain sounds lovely
Calista for me!
I like the sound of Anahita.
I would love to try first rain. It sounds lovely!
I would love to try Calista as i love a fresh citrus smell
I think Light Bloom is the one that I would choose although it is difficult.
Oh they all sound lovely! I would love to try Light Bloom 🙂
Oh what a choice, they all sound amazing - But I think maybe amethyst mist or midnight velvet.
I’d love to try Sarabande, sounds the perfect perfume for me
I think that Calista sounds lovely - so I would love to try it. I have a few vegan friends, so will be letting them know about this company!
Amethyst mist sounds lovely and I would love to try it.
Calista sounds lovely but do all of them!
Calista sounds lovely but do all of them! I really like the sound of all of them
I would love to try Sun Joy, although they are sound fantastic!
I would love to try Sarabande
amethyst mist sounds great, I've not tried Dolma before so I'm interested to see what it's like
I would love to try Andromeda
They all sound great, I'd try amethyst mist
They all sound lovely but I would choose the first rain
Light bloom sounds great! Thanks for the great review!
Sun joy sounds like my cup of tea as I love fresh citrus scents.
Midnight Velvet would be my choice
I would love to try Sun Joy 🙂
I would choose Light Bloom - light and fragrant and not too overpowering.
I bet they all smell wonderful. They sound amazing! I'd love to try the Amethyst mist.
The Compassion, love anything with Ylang Ylang
Light Bloom would be the perfect summer fragrance for me.
Light Bloom. sounds amazing!
Amanda sounds very me
I'd choose Sun Joy. I love a fresh scent.
Andromeda
sun joy
Midnight Velvet would be my most favourite.
I love woody scents, so the Midnight velvet would be something I'd like to try.
The Sarabande sounds like a scent I'd like to try out.
i like the sound of midnight velvet
I love the sound of first rain, but the all sound amazing
Amethyst Mist sounds just like the fragrance i would love
id like to try Amethyst Mist
they all sound lovely but i think i'd choose Light Bloom
I'd love to try Sarabande
my girlfriend would love First Rain.
I would choose sun joy,sounds very uplifting,just what I need right now
I think these all sound amazing . I would choose calista to try first .
Vegamusk sounds gorgeous and perfect for my taste!
Amethyst Mist sounds like my kind of fragrance, I love sandalwood! So lovely that they are all cruelty free.
Compassion sounds nice
Refreshing to see fragrances that one can wear that go in harmony with our environment.
Midnight velvet.
Refreshing to see fragrances that I can wear, that go in harmony with the environment.
Never heard of these, but great review and they look great!
Light bloom sounds lovely!
id like the Light Bloom as a gift for my mum
Sun Joy sounds lovely
I’d love to try the Andromeda scent.
Sun Joy
I would choose Sun joy
Andromeda, all sound so wonderful.
Sarabande sounds divine
Oooh these sound fab , I'd never heard of the brand before. Sun Joy sounds like the perfect pick me up.
Tough choice to make, but I would opt for Vegamusk as it sounds rather lovely.
I'd love Sun Joy personally 🙂
I would love to choose Amethyst Mist personally!
I would choose Andromeda. Celestial, dreamy & deep! Sounds perfect.
Would love the amethyst mist
All sound so beautiful but i especially love the sound of Amethyst Mist <3
I had never heard of that brand before but I do love the cruelty-free fragrance and those who give back