Xinu is a beautiful brand, and a beautiful retail destination. It’s experiential, but not in a gimmicky way. But a physical manifestation of the brand and the signature curated scent profiles. Everything about it is organic yet sculptural. Botanical and luxurious. Inviting olfactory discovery and delight.
The niche product line is all about quality over quantity. Six signature perfumes. All in the green, fresh, floral and grassy spectrum, inspired by the botany of the American continent, with notes that draw from the lush flora. The perfumes come in sizes. Beautiful wood and handblown glass bottles that can be easily upcycled long after you finish the perfume. They also have a selection of home fragrances and body care products: candles, incense, lotion and body wash, all with similar scent profiles.
Each boutique is uniquely designed. The Juárez location is a circular space lined with windows that look out to the garden, sunlight from all directions and open shelves with a tactile feel to interact with the products. Surely, enhancing the scent experience by immersing visitors in a botanical environment. For fragrance lovers, Xinu is a spiritual experience. But for anyone with an appreciation for craft, it’s well worth stopping in.
Address | 4 locations, 2 in CDMX, 1 in Yucatán, and 1 in Guanajuato |
Website | https://xinu.mx/ |
@xinuperfumes | |
Hours | varies by location but most open around 10-11am and close between 6-9pm |
Price | $$$$ – perfumes are around $100 for a 15ml mini bottle, and $240 for a 50ml |
Aesthetic | botanical, organic luxury |
Go here for: luxurious fragrance shopping, and just a beautiful sensory experience
Amount of time to spend: the shop and selection are pretty small so a 10-20 minute visit is plenty
When to come: any time, but it is particularly peaceful on weekday mornings
Other things to note: they do also sell online, though with limited quantitied
Last visited: April 2024
Last updated: August 2024