Aromatics In Black Perfume by Clinique, Clinique released an update to its 1971 fragrance, Aromatics Elixir, in 2015 with Aromatics in Black. This perfume opens with an intoxicating array of scents, such as Italian bergamot, pink grapefruit and plum leaf. The heart adds sensuality to the composition with notes of neroli, jasmine and osmanthus. Tonka beans in the base intertwines with vetiver and myrrh for a powerful closing. Clinique is a cosmetics brand initially founded by Estee Lauder in 1968. At first, the company focused on skin care products. The first brick and mortar location opened on Saks Fifth Avenue. One aspect that set the brand apart from the competition initially was its dedication to ensuring every product was allergy tested. Over the years, the company has gone on to ensure every item is 100 percent free of artificial fragrances. The brand started to get into perfumes in 1971, and Aromatics in Black carries on an exceptional legacy.