Tar
The note presents an intensely smoky, phenolic, and often medicinal aroma, reminiscent of a smoldering bonfire or freshly laid asphalt on a hot summer day. Its texture is thick, viscous, and almost oily, imparting a profound sense of depth and darkness. Initially, it can be quite sharp and acrid, with a powerful, almost overwhelming projection that demands attention. As it evolves, particularly when it is birch tar, it softens into a more leathery, warm, and enveloping embrace, revealing nuances of smoked wood, cured hides, and sometimes a subtle, earthy sweetness. It is unequivocally a base note, possessing exceptional longevity that can linger for days, anchoring compositions with its tenacious, dark character. Its intensity means it is rarely used in high concentrations, but even a trace amount can define the entire olfactory profile, lending a rugged, primal, and sophisticated edge.
Fragrances
Arquiste2012
A sophisticated and dramatic scent that evokes historical Russian elegance, literary romance, and the tension of a fateful duel. It feels refined, leathery, and coolly atmospheric.
Stephane Humbert Lucas2013
A deep, spiritual, and powerful fragrance with a mineral and woody character, evoking a sense of ancient reverence and profound mystery.
Strangers Parfumerie2018
Mysterious, dark, and sophisticated, with a hint of danger and unpredictability. It evokes the feeling of a hidden story waiting to be uncovered.
Aedes de Venustas2023
A hedonistic and sensual fragrance that captures the smoky, rich atmosphere of a glamorous, undocumented party. It's dazzling, complex, and indulgent, with a sophisticated and slightly rebellious character.
Bianco ProfumoConfident, edgy, and rebellious with a nostalgic, Italian-American coolness. It evokes the feeling of a bold first encounter that quickly turns into a familiar connection.
19-692017
Mysterious and worldly, evoking a late-night scene in a bustling, aromatic Southeast Asian city. The mood is smoky, spicy, and slightly gritty, blending tradition with a modern edge.
BortnikoffA sophisticated, opulent, and bold fragrance evoking the rich, traditional European art of perfumery with a focus on Spanish leather, exuding a timeless and uncompromising character.
Lvnea2018
Dark, mysterious, smoky, woody, and powerful, evoking the essence of ancient rituals and wild, untamed fires.
Perfume SucksAn intense and adventurous journey into the dark and industrial aspects of petrochemical reliance, with a hint of danger and urgency.
Strangers ParfumerieAn edgy, avant-garde, and atmospheric scent that captures a chaotic, industrial, and rebellious mood inspired by French New Wave cinema.
Brain Dead2025
Artistic and sophisticated with a warm, eccentric charm. It evokes a sense of comfortable nostalgia and refined, rustic elegance.
Filippo Sorcinelli2024
Sensual, mysterious, and atmospheric; a captivating essence of a summer evening by the sea, with hints of urban edge.
Wild Veil2022
A dark, intense, and mysterious fragrance evoking a sense of ancient forests, resinous depths, and a touch of the tragic or unsettling, inspired by mythological themes of nature, insanity, and dismemberment.
XyrenaAn enigmatic and moody urban fragrance that captures the unique scent of a city after a rainstorm. It's atmospheric and bold, evoking the image of damp asphalt and neon lights reflecting on wet streets.
Jorum Studio2015
A vibrant and fresh scent evoking the essence of ripe green tomatoes and their leafy vines, balanced with herbal, spicy, and woody undertones, reminiscent of a culinary creation.
NosuCeremonial and purifying, evoking the scent of ancient rituals, cleansing smoke, and fresh beginnings in a modern, minimalist context.
Wild Veil2023
An earthy, woody, and mystical fragrance with prominent notes of sacred woods and cleansing sage, evoking a sense of grounding and ancient wisdom.
Henrik VibskovSpicy, woody, and musky, evoking a unique and slightly mysterious feeling with a touch of earthiness.
Sucre Abeille2020
Dark, mysterious, edgy, intense, and smoky, evoking a sense of danger and allure.