{"product_id":"mind-games-counter-play-fragrance-samples-authentic-decants","title":"Mind Games Counterplay Fragrance Samples | Authentic Decants (3ml, 5ml, 10ml)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bfc-product-description {\n    color: #222;\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.7;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description p {\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h2 {\n    margin: 28px 0 12px;\n    font-size: 22px;\n    line-height: 1.3;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description h3 {\n    margin: 20px 0 8px;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description ul {\n    margin: 8px 0 16px;\n    padding-left: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-description li {\n    margin-bottom: 5px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details {\n    margin: 22px 0 28px;\n    padding: 18px 20px;\n    background: #f7f7f7;\n    border: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n    border-radius: 4px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details ul {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 0;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li {\n    margin: 0;\n    padding: 7px 0;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #e4e4e4;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-product-details li:last-child {\n    border-bottom: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion {\n    margin-top: 26px;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details {\n    margin: 0;\n    border-top: 1px solid #d9d9d9;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary {\n    position: relative;\n    padding: 18px 44px 18px 2px;\n    color: #111;\n    font-size: 17px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    line-height: 1.4;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    list-style: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion summary::after {\n    content: \"+\";\n    position: absolute;\n    top: 50%;\n    right: 8px;\n    transform: translateY(-50%);\n    font-size: 24px;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    line-height: 1;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion details[open] summary::after {\n    content: \"−\";\n  }\n\n  .bfc-accordion-content {\n    padding: 0 4px 22px;\n  }\n\n  .bfc-disclaimer {\n    font-size: 13px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    color: #555;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 767px) {\n    .bfc-product-description {\n      font-size: 15px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-description h2 {\n      font-size: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-product-details {\n      padding: 15px 16px;\n    }\n\n    .bfc-accordion summary {\n      padding-top: 16px;\n      padding-bottom: 16px;\n      font-size: 16px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-description\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterplay by Mind Games\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Extrait de Parfum created by perfumer Christelle Laprade, built around a bright, juicy melon accord layered with tropical fruit, creamy florals and smooth woods. Melon, guava and banana create the opening, while osmanthus, ylang-ylang and orange blossom add warmth and floral texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eAs the fragrance develops, sandalwood and patchouli ground the fruit and florals with a smoother, more sophisticated base, while pink pepper adds subtle spice. The result is playful and tropical without feeling overly simple, balancing ripe fruit with creamy floral and woody facets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eCounterplay sample\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003etravel-size decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is a useful way to experience how its melon, guava, osmanthus and sandalwood develop on your skin. It is especially worth sampling for shoppers who enjoy modern fruity-floral fragrances with a polished woody drydown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-product-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Counterplay\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mind Games\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrance Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woody Fruity Floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christelle Laprade\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand Collection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisan Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genderless \/ Unisex\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sample and travel-size decants\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails open\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games publishes a complete official Top, Middle and Drydown structure for Counterplay. The notes below follow the current brand presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eTop Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMelon\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eGuava\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBanana\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eHeart Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOsmanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eYlang-Ylang\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eOrange Blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eBase Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSandalwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePatchouli\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePink Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games specifically emphasizes ripe melon as the inspiration for Counterplay, with honeyed osmanthus and creamy ylang-ylang adding warmth before sandalwood and patchouli shape the drydown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhat Does Counterplay Smell Like?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCounterplay opens with a noticeably juicy and tropical fruit character. Melon is the defining note, supported by guava and banana for a ripe, sunny sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eThe heart shifts toward florals, with osmanthus contributing a honeyed, slightly fruity quality and ylang-ylang adding creamy richness. Orange blossom gives the floral center additional brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eAs the fragrance dries down, sandalwood and patchouli bring a smoother, earthier foundation, while pink pepper adds a light spicy accent. The overall effect is fruity and playful at first, then more floral and woody as it develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003ePerformance and Best Occasions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCounterplay's fruity-floral profile makes it especially appealing for spring, summer and warm-weather wear. It can work well for daytime outings, vacations, social events, casual evenings and settings where a bright, distinctive fragrance fits the mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eThe sandalwood and patchouli drydown add enough depth to keep it from feeling purely light or fleeting, while the Extrait de Parfum format gives the composition a more concentrated presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eLongevity, projection, and sillage can vary depending on skin chemistry, application, climate, and environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eWhy Try a Counterplay Sample?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCounterplay has an unusual note profile centered on melon, guava and banana, so sampling is especially helpful for seeing how the tropical fruit accord interacts with the floral and woody elements on your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eA 3ml Counterplay sample provides multiple opportunities to test the fragrance in different conditions, while larger travel-size decants are convenient for customers who already enjoy its fruity, floral and woody style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eAvailable Sizes and Estimated Sprays\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3ml Sample:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–30 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40–50 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10ml Travel Spray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 85–100 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30ml:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 250–300 sprays\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eSpray counts are estimates and may vary slightly depending on the atomizer and how each spray is applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eAuthenticity and Decanting\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEach Counterplay decant sold by Bluegrass Fragrance Company is transferred from an authentic original bottle. The fragrance is not diluted, reformulated, or intentionally altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eEach order is hand-filled into a glass atomizer and carefully packaged for convenient application, storage, and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOrders are normally processed within 2–3 business days unless otherwise stated and ship from Central Kentucky through USPS or UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eYour tracking number may be created before your order is hand-filled and packaged. Carrier tracking may not update immediately after the tracking number is issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eFree U.S. shipping is available on qualifying orders over $100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eAre these authentic Mind Games Counterplay samples?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Each Counterplay sample or decant is independently transferred by Bluegrass Fragrance Company from an authentic original Mind Games bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat is a fragrance decant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA fragrance decant is authentic fragrance transferred from the original manufacturer bottle into a smaller atomizer for sampling, regular wear or travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay diluted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. Counterplay is transferred directly from the original bottle without intentional dilution, reformulation or alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs the original Mind Games bottle included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for an independently prepared Counterplay sample or travel-size decant. The original Mind Games bottle and manufacturer packaging are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat does Mind Games Counterplay smell like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCounterplay is a juicy fruity-floral fragrance centered on melon, guava and banana, followed by osmanthus, ylang-ylang and orange blossom over sandalwood, patchouli and pink pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eDoes Counterplay smell like melon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Melon is the defining top note and the central inspiration behind the fragrance according to Mind Games and perfumer Christelle Laprade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay sweet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. The melon, guava and banana create a noticeable fruity sweetness, while florals, sandalwood, patchouli and pink pepper keep the fragrance from feeling purely sugary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay floral?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Osmanthus, ylang-ylang and orange blossom form the official floral heart of the fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay good for summer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIts juicy fruit and floral profile makes Counterplay especially well suited to spring, summer and warm-weather wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay unisex?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games positions its fragrance collection as genderless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWho created Mind Games Counterplay?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCounterplay was created by perfumer Christelle Laprade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhen was Counterplay released?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eMind Games Counterplay was introduced in 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay an Extrait de Parfum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games officially identifies Counterplay as an Extrait de Parfum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay part of the Mind Games Artisan Collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. Mind Games currently includes Counterplay in its Artisan Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eIs Counterplay suitable for travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes. A travel-size Counterplay decant provides a convenient way to carry the fragrance without traveling with the original full-size Mind Games bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n      \u003csummary\u003eIndependent Retailer Disclaimer\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bfc-accordion-content bfc-disclaimer\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBluegrass Fragrance Company is an independent fragrance decanting business and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or licensed by Mind Games or its trademark owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003cp\u003eBrand names and trademarks are used solely to identify the authentic fragrance being offered. 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