Incarnate

It opens with amyris, violet leaf and white pepper, a dry and lightly spiced start. In the heart, frankincense, labdanum and vanilla pull it towards a resinous, sweet register. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and musk carries the smoky feel on an earthy, soft footing.

Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it sits close to the skin and is noticed at a personal distance. Few people have rated it, so those figures are only a rough guide. Its warm, quiet character can sit on a man or a woman alike. Parfums Vintage Sandal Amber and Pulp Fragrance Ballad have a close profile.