Opium
The note, often an accord rather than a singular material, presents an exceptionally rich, multifaceted, and deeply aromatic profile. It is intensely spicy, with prominent facets of clove, cinnamon, and pepper, interwoven with balsamic warmth that evokes myrrh, benzoin, and a hint of vanilla-like sweetness. There's a profound resinous depth, almost tar-like in its complexity, yet softened by opulent, dark florals like carnation or ylang-ylang, lending a velvety texture. It possesses a distinct smoky quality, often reminiscent of incense trails in ancient temples, coupled with a mysterious, almost narcotic sweetness that is both alluring and potent. Its intensity is formidable; it projects boldly from the skin, leaving an unforgettable sillage. As a scent, it is dense and enveloping, not airy or ethereal. It typically behaves as a heart and base note, with its initial spicy burst mellowing into a long-lasting, complex resinous-ambery drydown that can persist for many hours, revealing new nuances as it evolves on the skin.
Fragrances
Immortal PerfumesMysterious, historical, alchemical, and subtly dark, evoking the scholarly yet occult pursuits of John Dee.
Immortal PerfumesContemplative, warm, and adventurous, evoking the serenity of the outdoors and the bohemian spirit of youthful travels, with a comforting coffee aroma.
CB I Hate Perfume2014
Mysterious, hypnotic, and seductive, with a touch of the forbidden. It evokes a sense of smoky, dimly lit rooms and a feeling of being drawn into something captivating and perhaps a little dangerous.
Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab2025
Dark, mysterious, and otherworldly, evoking a sensual and dangerous aura inspired by the Drow from fantasy role-playing games.
Pomare's Stolen Perfume2024
A complex and evocative fragrance that captures the duality of good and evil, inspired by John Steinbeck's novel 'East of Eden' and the Salinas Valley. It combines natural, earthy elements with darker, sensual undertones, creating a literary and mysterious aroma.
Pomare's Stolen Perfume2025
Evocative of the Salinas Valley, balancing lush natural beauty with the darker, complex themes of human struggle between good and evil, inspired by Steinbeck's novel 'East of Eden'.
Deconstructing EdenDeadly elegance in a silk robe, a blend of delicate florals with dark, lustful power.
Solstice ScentsA sophisticated, deep, sultry, mysterious, and elegant fragrance with prominent spicy, amber, and floral facets, exuding a haunting and rich warmth.
Profumum Roma2004
Warm, intimate, contemplative, and sensual, with a touch of mystery.
Black Phoenix Alchemy LabA mystical and ethereal journey through a sunlit ancient forest, with a touch of dark allure from opium smoke, surrounded by wild blooms and ripe grapevines.
Deconstructing EdenMystic, ethereal, spiritual, and elegantly smoky with a floral touch.
Immortal PerfumesEthereal, mysterious, dark, ancient, and dreamlike, evoking the mystical qualities of the underworld.
AlkemiaSeductive, mysterious, and artistic, evoking the languor and intensity of a forbidden affair.
Immortal PerfumesA sophisticated, soulful, and vintage fragrance with a touch of melancholy, inspired by the jazz legend Billie Holiday and the classic scent Evening in Paris.
ToskovatA melancholic and introspective scent that evokes memories, sorrow, and the cyclical nature of life and death, with a profound sense of beauty and eternity emerging from past experiences.
Photogenics + CoA warm, calming, and nostalgic floral reverie, evoking a sense of gentle protection and dreamy contemplation.
AlkemiaDark, decadent, and sensual, inspired by historical themes of excess and opulence.
BeauFort LondonDark, intense, smoky, and provocative, with a complex and mysterious character that evokes a sense of controlled chaos and an "alchemist's Christmas party."
Sixteen922017
A dark, mysterious, and gothic fragrance with an earthy and intense character, evoking the ancient and supernatural atmosphere of Dracula's world.