Camphor
The note presents as an intensely sharp, penetrating, and highly volatile aroma, immediately striking the olfactory senses with a bracing, almost medicinal coolness. It possesses a distinct mentholic, slightly woody, and airy quality, often described as 'icy' or 'crystalline.' Its texture is not tactile but rather perceived as a crisp, clean, and almost sterile sensation. As a top note, it projects powerfully, creating an immediate, expansive aura before quickly dissipating or softening into the heart. Its longevity is moderate, lingering as a subtle, clean undertone. In higher concentrations, it can be overwhelming, even acrid, but when expertly dosed, it provides a refreshing, invigorating lift.
Fragrances
Etat Libre d’Orange2011
Camphorous-spicy seduction with a fruity glow; provocative yet polished, a sensorial nod to sensual liberation.
Pineward2024
A cold, crisp, and challenging scent evoking biting ocean gales and alpine forest air, with subtle floral and aquatic undertones.
FZOTICDark, mysterious, and unconventional. The brand suggests it for "Nightclubs and festivals. Haunted libraries and hidden speakeasies," evoking a boozy, edgy, and sophisticated mood.
XyrenaA nostalgic and whimsical scent that captures the essence of a fantasy forest adventure, inspired by a classic theme park ride.
DiemA grounding and meditative scent, evoking a sense of calm and serenity. It is complex yet tranquil, perfect for quiet reflection and finding inner peace.
Versatile ParisA comforting, relaxed, and unique fragrance with a soft, sparkling, and green essence. It evokes a feeling of calm and warmth, like a lazy Sunday, with a surprising harmony of contrasting notes.
Heeley ParfumsAn invigorating and warming scent with a sophisticated and energetic character, evoking both ancient remedies and modern dynamism.
Possets PerfumeBold, rebellious, and alluring with a strong and dramatic presence. It evokes a sense of daring adventure and powerful attraction.
Rogue PerfumeryA bright, fresh, and confident fougère with a vintage feel, reminiscent of classic men's fragrances from the late 1980s, evoking a lively and elegant forest.
UntamedEthereal, mysterious, quietly elegant, and comforting, evoking a sense of the unseen and the space between reality and the otherworldly.
RedolescentAn introspective and bracing fragrance evoking the raw, natural essence of a cold, storm-laden cliffside. It offers a grounding and reflective experience, characterized by a challenging yet rewarding scent journey of wild berries, sea air, and dried woods.
Comme des Garçons2008
A serene and meditative woody scent, evoking the tranquility of a Japanese forest and a warm, natural bath, with a mystical and earthy undertone.
Sucre AbeilleMysterious, primal, and aquatic with a smoky, salty edge. It evokes the feeling of a campfire on a beach, combining fresh sea air with charred wood and amber warmth.
HexennachtEarthy, mysterious, and atmospheric, evoking the deep, ancient, and perhaps dark feeling of being within a dense forest, with prominent woody, smoky, and resinous notes.
PinewardA bracing, biting, and invigorating scent evoking a frigid north wind sweeping through a spiced, woody, and mossy forest in early autumn.
ZoologistA powerful, mysterious, and dominant fragrance with an intense and dangerous aura, evoking the essence of a regal predator.
Wild Veil2024
Sensual, opulent, bold, and mysterious with a playful and confident character, reminiscent of a glamorous flapper in a dark, spicy jungle.
BortnikoffA tranquil and elegant evening in Paris, evoking a sense of quiet beauty, warmth, and serene introspection, with a blend of exotic florals, soft spices, and deep resins.
Bortnikoff2020
Elegant, serene, and sophisticated, evoking a sense of quiet beauty and warm tranquility during a summer evening.
circle of limA melancholic and nostalgic scent that evokes the feeling of a cold, smoky cityscape with underlying warmth from resilient woody and musky notes. It suggests a sense of reflection and timelessness.