Aguas Esotericas Esoteric Cologne Ruda, Agua de Florida, Rosas, Aguas Misas, Agua de Ruda-Rue Water

Packaging was done very well and had a minty smell. I haven’t used it yet on my body, but used some to sanitize my Yoni eggs.

This type of Florida water is very powerful and has a strong smell.

Fantastic product-has a sharp melon fragrance mixed with citrus when you first put it on. No burn at all. In about ten minutes it mellows to a floral scent that is soothing. Has some Hoodoo qualities that are better explained by the experts, but as a cologne it is close to Florida Water. Not as frangrant as Hoyts Cologne.

I have a rather a rather involved story about this quite lovely cologne, Agua de Ruda. When I was a kid I sometimes went to the place of worship of my grandmother. Her place of worship was a bit different from the local church. She belonged to the "I AM" Activity, a rather wacky religion which believed in a plethora of "Ascended Masters". One of my strongest memories of the "Sanctuary" where they held their "classes" was how it smelled. It had a very distinctive smell. I liked it, but never could figure out what it was. And I never did, for about thirty years. But because I like the other cologne that comes in these little bottles, called Florida Water, I tried this one called Agua de Ruda. That is, water of the Rue flower. When I first put it on the old mystery was solved. This is the smell. I guess they used the stuff liberally in their Sanctuary. It is quite striking in fragrance, pleasant but a little spiky too. I love it now. I have looked online about it and apparently it is popular with diverse people who believe it is good for keeping bad energies away. Quien sabe?? But I can say that when I wear it, and suddenly have to deal with an off-putting person, as I did today, they seem to keep their distance a bit more when I am wearing this lovely scent. Perhaps I am amplifying the effect, but after wearing it for a number of years, I don't think so. It is pleasant but strong stuff. Highly recommended.

Product arrived late, only after contacting the vendor about my purchase. Packaging was not very good, as the bottle wasn't properly sealed and some of the content leaked out. Vendor was quick to respond to my inquiry and offered a full refund if my item didn't arrive by the promised date.

Perfect for clearing and purification. It has a soft floral smell as well