Elixir de Esmeralda by Artal Perfumes bottle
Artal Perfumes

Elixir de Esmeralda

4.3/5 · 12 votes Unisex 2021
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.9/5
Sillage3.6/5
Day30
Night80
Winter100
Spring90
Fall70
Summer20
Our take

Elixir de Esmeralda starts with a sharp edge that some will find abrasive. The saffron and black currant open together, and the fruit feels thin next to the spice. Bergamot and grapefruit add a bright lift that fades fast, leaving the heart exposed before the composition settles. Incense and leather take over with a dry, resinous weight, while violet softens the texture just enough to keep it from feeling completely rigid. Oud sits at the center, woody and slightly medicinal, supported by a balsamic warmth that builds slowly. The overall impression is dense and smoky, with an animalic trace that grows more noticeable as the fragrance develops.

This is a scent for cool air and low light, where the amber and warm spicy accords feel natural against a quiet evening. It suits someone who enjoys resinous woods and does not mind a bold, slightly challenging presence. Those looking for a clean or airy floral should avoid it, as the leather and oud dominate the experience. The musk and ambergris in the base add a powdery finish that lingers on the skin. Frankincense reinforces the sacred, dry character that runs through the entire wear. It is a fragrance that stays close to its oriental woody identity from start to finish. The final impression is a deep, smoky oud.

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