The note unfolds with a distinct, intriguing character, reminiscent of a freshly opened tube of pigment or a painter's palette after a day of creation. It presents as waxy, slightly oily, with an almost cool, metallic sheen that hints at raw, mineral pigments. There's a subtle, almost nutty dryness, coupled with a faint chemical tang that isn't harsh but rather clean and industrial, evoking solvents. The texture is perceived as smooth, dense, and viscous. It possesses a moderate intensity that isn't overtly loud but rather tenacious, settling into the skin with a quiet authority. As a heart or even a lingering base note, it doesn't shout but rather grounds a composition, offering an intellectual and somewhat stark backbone. Its projection is typically intimate to moderate, creating an aura rather than a trail, and its longevity is surprisingly steadfast, clinging to textiles and skin for hours, gradually softening to a more muted, almost skin-like warmth.