is™ by Neandertal bottle
Neandertal

is™

3.6/5 · 22 votes Unisex 2025
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Character

Longevity2.1/5
Sillage1.8/5
Day100
Night40
Spring60
Summer60
Winter50
Fall40
Our take

Sunlight hits the concrete terrace and the air feels sharp. Bergamot and galbanum crack through first, bright and resinous, while myrtle adds a clean herbal edge. Nutmeg warms the edges just enough to keep the opening from feeling thin. Violet steps in quickly, its powdery bloom softening the green bite, and fig brings a damp, milky roundness that sits close to the skin. A sliver of dark chocolate deepens the heart, bitter and smooth, pulling the metallic accord into something tactile rather than cold.

The drydown settles into a textured skin scent. Suede wraps around musk, creating a soft leather haze that feels worn rather than polished. Peru balsam and vanilla lend a gentle syrup to the base, but patchouli and vetiver drag it back into the earth, keeping the sweetness grounded. Sandalwood smooths the edges until the whole composition feels like powder and leather pressed into warm stone. The metallic note lingers in the background, a cool shimmer against the heat of the afternoon. It is a fragrance built from contrast, where aromatic green herbs slowly dissolve into a powdery, musky leather.

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