The note unfolds with a profound, almost primal pungency, a sharp, dry heat that immediately commands attention. It is intensely herbaceous, reminiscent of concentrated wild thyme or oregano, yet deeper, more arid, with an unmistakable underlying camphoraceous lift that provides a bracing clarity. There's a subtle, caraway-like complexity and a faint medicinal whisper, creating a profile that is both rustic and refined. Texturally, it evokes a dry, slightly coarse powder, almost resinous in its tenacity, yet with an oily core that allows for excellent diffusion. Its initial projection is bold and assertive, acting as a bridge between the sharpest top notes and the more enduring heart. As it evolves, it mellows into a persistent, warm, woody-spicy heart, slowly transforming into a tenacious, dry, and slightly smoky whisper on the skin, demonstrating exceptional longevity as a sturdy heart-to-base anchor.
Luxurious, nostalgic, warm, and serene, evoking the spiritual and sensory richness of royal Indian palaces.
Spiritual, warm, exotic, and floral, evoking the essence of Indian tattooing with ancestral spices and vibrant jasmine.