Sacred Scarab Attar by Zoologist Perfumes bottle
Zoologist Perfumes

Sacred Scarab Attar

3.2/5 · 26 votes Unisex 2023
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Longevity3.1/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day100
Night100
Spring100
Winter100
Fall86
Summer71
Our take

Sacred Scarab Attar opens with a sharp, bright lift of lemon and aldehydes that quickly gives way to the heavy presence of civet. This animalic start is brief but sets a bold tone. The heart brings red wine and plum, softened by the aquatic, slightly sweet blue lotus. It is here that the transition begins, moving away from the initial sharpness into something far deeper and more contemplative.

The drydown is where this creation lives. Red wine reappears, now intertwined with a massive collection of resins and balsams. Benzoin, myrrh, frankincense, styrax, and labdanum create a thick, sticky amber foundation that feels ancient and ecclesiastical. Galbanum and oakmoss add a touch of green earthiness, while cedar and juniper provide a dry, woody backbone. This is a complex, musky scent that smells of temples and aged libraries. It suits the wearer who craves heavy, historical fragrances and wants to avoid modern, airy compositions. Wear it during cooler evenings when you want a scent that feels deeply rooted in tradition.

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