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Blends of floral and citrus-based fragrances are recommended for casual and daywear. Spicy, woody or warm amber-based fragrances are traditionally favorites for evening and special occasions.

Catalyst Perfume
by Halston


Catalyst was created by Halston in 1993 and is recommended for office wear. This feminine scent possesses a blend of crisp leaves and fresh cut grass. Also combines peach, carnation, cedar, and vetiver.

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Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars  Based on 7 Ratings

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Catalyst Perfume

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SUBJECT AUTHOR DATE RATING
LOVELY WEARABLE ORANGE CHYPRE, ADDICTING LISA C 04/09/07 01:07 PM 5 out of 5 stars
CATALYST PERFUME REVIEW BY LISA C
oo I like it! It's in between the super potent & hard to wear Narcisse Noir, and the oh so sweet vavoom ones like Boucheron. I like both of those, but not for everyday wear. Opening clear orangey sandalwood, heart is yummy complex but so smooth chypre, comfy.. not overly sweet or girly, base is a little softer. Not too overpowering sillage. All the notes get to play in this beautiful blend, and I like how the orangey smell keeps peeking out. What does Jonquil smell like?! Love the bottle, and the price.
 
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NICE DESCRIPTION BY JAN MORAN! SYLVIE 06/19/06 09:19 AM NOT RATED
CATALYST PERFUME REVIEW BY SYLVIE
Catalyst by Halston for Women. Year Introduced: 1993. Scent Type: Floral. Top Notes: Jonquil, tuberose, otto of rose, jasmine absolute, galbanum. Heart Notes: Black currant bud, lily of the valley, violet, chamomile, herbs. Base Notes: Vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli, oakmoss, musk. "Catalyst is a fragrant floral creation from the house of the late fashion designer Halston. The potent feminine scent is said to have been created for the woman who has the "ability to cause a reaction, in whatever world she claims as her own." The full-bodied floral bouquet is blended with fragrant woods for a warm, lingering aura. The essence of jonquil is used as the basis of the fragrance, a rare choice because its essence is difficult to distill. Catalyst is presented in fluid glass flacons, similar in line to a flowing Halston evening gown. "© - Scent Profile by Jan Moran author Fabulous Fragrances II © 2006 -" Another description by H&R Edition Fragrance Guide: "Top Note: Bergamot, Green Note, Tagetes, Peach, Aldehyde, Hyacinth, Gardenia (fresh,green,floral). Middle Note: Jasmin, Tuberose, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Orange Blossom, Orchid, Orris, Carnation (exotic-floral). Base Note: Cedar, Sandal, Musk, Amber, and Vanilla (ambery-powdery)." I AGREE: A FULL-BODIED FLORAL BOUQUET!!!! ULTRA-FEMININE. Happy sniffing, Sylvie.
 
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CATALYST - A NICE DISCOVERY SYLVIE 06/19/06 08:56 AM 4 out of 5 stars
CATALYST PERFUME REVIEW BY SYLVIE
WOW - headnotes smell amazing!!! Clean, green, floral, fruity?, sharp and breathtaking. Uncomplicated but complex. Strong and long-lasting American-style-fragrance! After 10 minutes the dry-down smells more subtle, creamy, cosy and warm. Beautiful feminine fragrance - I'm happy to have this rare bottle in my collection. A hard-to-find in Germany. Only via internet. I can recommend Catalyst. It not so mature/classic/serious like Halston classic (chypre), more uplifting and youthful. Yes, I like both. Enjoy.
 
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CATALYST PERFUME AMY 12/07/05 12:44 PM 5 out of 5 stars
CATALYST PERFUME REVIEW BY AMY
Found this in my sisters collection and tried it. Boy was i surprised to find myself liking it very much. Don't like the other halston scents but this one is definitely very unique and smells very sophisticated!! oldie but goodie.
 
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CATALYST PERFUME FRAGRANCE JUNKIE 05/03/05 12:56 PM 5 out of 5 stars
CATALYST PERFUME REVIEW BY FRAGRANCE JUNKIE
Incredible! An oldie but goodie! Very unique; fresh greens and floral notes combine eloquently in this classic.
 
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