Sultana of Soap

“Lush Sultana of Soap Review”

Sultana of Soap takes a familiar Lush idea and turns it into an easy, wearable fruity gourmand with a cleaner edge than the name might suggest. On paper, blackberry, dried fruits, bergamot, and olibanum could have gone very sticky or overly candy-like. In wear, the balance looks more measured. The fruit is clearly there, but it is lifted by citrus and held in place by a soft resinous warmth that stops it from feeling childish.

The opening is where the fragrance feels brightest. Bergamot gives the first few minutes a fresh, lightly sparkling push, while the blackberry note adds a jammy, almost confectionary tone. It is sweet, but not in a heavy pastry sense. The dried-fruit effect makes it feel richer and rounder, closer to a fruity nougat impression than sharp fresh berries. That ties in well with the wider Sultana of Soap scent identity that many Lush shoppers already know from the soap itself.

As it settles, olibanum becomes more important. This is not a smoky church-incense perfume, but the resin does add an earthy, slightly meditative quality that keeps the fruit from floating away into pure candy. That contrast is what makes Sultana of Soap more interesting than a basic sweet berry scent. It moves from bright and playful into something softer, warmer, and a little more textured on skin.

Performance looks moderate overall, which suits the style. The available voting suggests this is usually noticeable without becoming loud, and that makes sense for the composition. Fruity sweetness can turn tiring fast when it is pushed too hard, but here the softer projection likely works in its favour. Longevity also appears to sit mostly in the moderate range, with some people getting longer wear. I would approach it as a fragrance for comfortable daily use rather than one designed to dominate an evening.

This feels best suited to someone who enjoys sweet scents but wants a little contrast and restraint. It is easy to picture in spring and mild autumn weather, and it should work well in daytime settings, casual offices, weekends, and low-pressure social wear. It also makes sense for Lush fans who want the Sultana of Soap scent in perfume form instead of only in the bath and body range.

What matters most is whether the fruity-resin balance appeals to you. If you want a crisp citrus perfume, this will probably feel too sweet. If you want a thick caramel gourmand, it may feel too light and airy. But if a cheerful berry-fruit opening, a clean creamy sweetness, and a grounded olibanum base sound appealing, Sultana of Soap has a clear point of view and a wearable one.