Blackcurrant Angel
Blackcurrant Angel is a woody fruity Lush scent built around a tart black currant opening, a soft osmanthus heart, and a dry guaiac wood base. It reads more textured than sugary, with a slightly spiced, aromatic feel under the fruit. This suits shoppers who like unusual berry over woods rather than a loud jammy fruit scent. Because it was a limited release.
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Performance Metrics
34 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
The available performance signals suggest moderate to strong projection and generally solid wear, with several votes leaning long lasting. Because the sample size is small, it is safer to expect decent presence rather than guaranteed power, especially on cooler days.
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Blackcurrant Angel smells like tart black currant laid over dry woods, with osmanthus smoothing the transition between the two. The overall effect is woody, fruity, and softly spiced, with more dryness and texture than overt sweetness.
Main Accords
5 MAPPEDThe accords suggest a fragrance where wood leads and fruit follows. The black currant adds bite and color, the floral touch keeps the composition from feeling flat, and the soft spicy, aromatic undertone gives the scent a slightly more abstract, textured finish on skin.
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It looks easiest to wear in fall and winter. The vote picture leans most toward night.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Distinct woody blackcurrant profile
Less sugary than many fruit scents
Simple note structure, easy to understand
Unisex balance feels believable
Dry guaiac wood base adds character
Moderate to strong presence may suit enthusiasts
More interesting than a generic berry fragrance
Cool-weather profile makes sense
Limited release appeal for collectors
Works for shoppers who like offbeat Lush scents
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Very limited availability
Not an easy blind buy
May feel too dry for sweet-fruit lovers
Sparse note pyramid may feel linear to some
Small amount of performance data
Likely less versatile in hot weather
Could read slightly sharp in the opening
Collector appeal may outweigh practicality
Value is hard to judge without broad availability
Not ideal if you want a soft office scent
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Lush Blackcurrant Angel Review”
Blackcurrant Angel is one of those Lush releases that looks simple on paper but can be harder to place in wear. The structure is very stripped back, black currant, osmanthus, and guaiac wood, yet the overall impression is not a straightforward fruity scent. It leans woody first, with the fruit acting more like a tart accent than a sugary main event.
The opening is where the name makes the clearest promise. You get a black currant effect that should appeal more to people who like sharp berry tones than syrupy fruit scents. It brings a tangy, slightly dark edge, and the accord profile suggests that this fruit is wrapped fairly quickly in wood and soft spice. If you want a bright, juicy cassis perfume, this may feel drier and more restrained than expected.
In the heart, osmanthus likely does a lot of the connecting work between fruit and wood. Rather than turning the scent overtly floral, it seems to soften the black currant and round out the transition into the base. That helps explain why the fragrance reads woody-fruity instead of simply fruity. The floral side appears present, but not dominant.
The dry-down is where Blackcurrant Angel probably makes the most sense for the right wearer. Guaiac wood usually brings a smooth, smoky-dry, slightly polished character, and here it seems to be the note that gives the fragrance its spine. Combined with the fruity opening and the soft spicy accord, the result sounds more textured than playful. It is a better fit for someone who likes unusual fruit notes with structure and dryness underneath.
Performance data is limited, but what is available points to a fragrance that often wears with moderate to strong presence and can last respectably well. That does not guarantee huge projection on every wearer, but it suggests this is not just a fleeting skin scent. In practical terms, it looks more suited to cooler weather, especially autumn and winter, where the wood and spice have room to breathe.
The other important part of the buying decision is context. Blackcurrant Angel was a limited edition from Lush's Volume 4 range, linked to specific Gorilla Perfume events rather than general permanent release. That makes it more interesting for collectors or long-time Lush fans, but also less ideal as a blind buy. If you are drawn to berry fragrances that stay tart, woody, and a little offbeat, it has a distinct profile. If you want sweetness, easy mass appeal, or broad versatility, there are safer options.
FAQs
What does Blackcurrant Angel by Lush smell like?+
It opens with a tart black currant impression, then softens into a floral-fruity osmanthus heart before settling into dry guaiac wood. Overall, it smells woody, fruity, and lightly spiced rather than sugary.
Is Blackcurrant Angel sweet?+
Not especially. The fruit note gives it some richness, but the woody base and soft spicy feel keep it from reading like a candy-like blackcurrant scent.
Is Blackcurrant Angel more feminine or masculine?+
It is marketed as unisex, and the structure supports that. The black currant and osmanthus can feel softer, while the guaiac wood gives it a drier, more grounded edge.
What are the main notes in Blackcurrant Angel?+
The listed notes are black currant on top, osmanthus in the middle, and guaiac wood in the base.
How long does Blackcurrant Angel last?+
The limited vote data suggests at least moderate to long-lasting wear for many users, with some stronger reports as well. Expect performance to vary by skin and application.
How strong is the projection?+
Available voting points to moderate to strong sillage. It is unlikely to be the quietest Lush fragrance, especially early on.
What season suits Blackcurrant Angel best?+
It looks most comfortable in cooler weather, especially autumn and winter, where the woody and soft spicy facets should feel more natural. Some people may still enjoy it in milder spring or summer conditions.
Is Blackcurrant Angel good for daytime or evening?+
It can work for both, but the woody body and moderate to strong presence make it slightly easier to picture for evening or cooler daytime wear than for hot-weather casual use.
Is Blackcurrant Angel a safe blind buy?+
Probably not for most people. The note list is simple, but the woody-fruity balance and limited-release status make it better suited to sampling first if you can.
Who might enjoy Blackcurrant Angel most?+
It may suit someone who likes berry notes with more dryness and wood, or someone looking for a less conventional fruity scent from Lush.
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There is not enough reliable evidence here to make a strong dupe claim, and this is not the kind of fragrance that should be matched by note list alone. If you are exploring alternatives, focus on woody-fruity scents with blackcurrant or osmanthus rather than expecting an exact substitute.
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