A perfumer creates the first idea of the fragrance. They imagine something that doesn’t exist yet. Then an evaluator steps in. We test every trial, notice every change, and help the creation grow into its true character. We give feedback again and again, with honesty and care. And what I respect the most: Perfumers never take it negatively. They listen, they adjust, they trust our nose. Their creativity is the spark, and they put their heart into every drop. A perfume is like a piece of art. One person starts the masterpiece, but many hands refine the final beauty. My journey taught me this: A great fragrance is built with patience, respect, and teamwork. I am proud to be part of that creation. And every new project teaches me and motivates me even more.

Sometimes a fragrance touches the heart before the mind understands anything. We wear fragrance in our daily life. To go to work. To meet people. To move through normal days. Without noticing, that smell stays with those moments. This is what I experience with Lynked Freedom by Afnan Perfumes . The fresh start feels clean and uplifting. As time passes, it becomes calm and comfortable. Later, a soft warmth stays close to the skin. From my experience, this is how fragrance becomes part of life. It does not try to speak. It simply stays. Some fragrances arrive gently, and stay longer than we expect.

IBQ is one of those materials that shows its character very fast during evaluation. When it blends well in the base, it can create a soft leather-type depth, almost like an Ombre Leather style vibe. That warm, dry feeling appears naturally and supports the whole structure. Even a small amount can change the direction of the fragrance. It makes the base feel more solid, more defined, and more long-lasting. I also noticed something interesting in recent trials. When a modern vanilla–woody–cinnamon style fragrance has a light touch of IBQ in the base, the profile feels more complete and creative. It adds a subtle dry-leathery support that fits well with warm notes.

  In fragrance evaluation, real progress is not always easy to see. With time, the work starts to feel different. Decisions become calmer. Judgment becomes clearer. Small details begin to matter more than big impressions. Not everything shows on the surface. Some learning stays inside, shaped by experience, mistakes, and patience. Today, I approach fragrance with more balance. Less noise. More understanding. And a stronger sense of responsibility. As I step into 2026, I carry this quiet growth with me. A steady mindset. Respect for the process. And genuine excitement for what still lies ahead. Some progress does not require notice. It simply becomes part of who you are. And sometimes, that is the most meaningful kind of change. Happy New Year  

  Happy New Year 2026 A new year begins quietly, with hope, patience, and good intentions. Some moments will pass. Some will stay and shape us. May 2026 bring peace, balance, and positivity, for you and your family, And may the year ahead be kind and meaningful. Warm wishes for a wonderful year ahead.

      In daily life, people don’t remember the notes. They spray a fragrance and live their day. They work, meet people, sit in rooms, and return home. Later, in a quiet moment, the fragrance comes back. Not because they remember what is inside it, but because they remember how it felt. This is how fragrance memory works. They may forget the name. They may forget the bottle. That is the real strength & quality inside of Afnan Perfumes 9 PM Rebel 100 ml EDP. It feels smooth on the skin, keeps the same character through the day, and stays present without changing. some fragrance arrives without a sound, Settles close, stays gently around. No need to speak, no need to prove, It simply stays, the way you move. Activate to view larger image,