Being-Towards-Death by Phronema Perfumes bottle
Phronema Perfumes

Being-Towards-Death

3.7/5 · 39 votes Unisex 2022
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Longevity3.9/5
Sillage3.3/5
Day50
Night63
Fall100
Winter88
Spring13
Summer0
Our take

Rhubarb and gin open the scent with a sharp, sour bite. The alcohol note feels cold and medicinal rather than festive. It cuts through the air with a brisk, acidic edge.

Jasmine and tonka bean sit in the heart. The flower is pale here, almost ghostly, and the tonka adds a soft, powdery sweetness that tries to calm the opening. It is a gentle warmth against the sharp fruit.

Castoreum and myrrh dominate the foundation. The resin is dark and sticky, while the castoreum brings a heavy, animalic leather scent. It smells like a dense, smoky balsam that clings to fabric and skin.

Composed by Weston Adam, this is a heavy, challenging wear for quiet, grey days indoors. The rhubarb never fully fades, leaving a sour tension that clashes with the deep, resinous base. It feels unbalanced and slightly abrasive.

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