For years, I’ve watched countless TikTok videos where people share stories of strangers chasing them down the street to find out what fragrance they’re wearing, and have been patiently waiting for the day to arrive when I would have the same fate (because we all know that someone telling you that you smell good is the best compliment). Atlas, that day arrived, and the scent was . From the moment you open the box to unveil the juice, you know it’s going to be truly exceptional — and that it was.
Getting down to the nitty gritty of what this fragrance is all about, the initial burst of juicy cherry and pepper in the top notes of is incredibly inviting and captivating — not too syrupy and not too sweet. Perfectly balanced by the spicy warmth of pepper, this isn’t too intense and creates a harmonious blend that immediately grabs attention. As the fragrance transitions to its heart, the middle notes of oud, incense, and lactonic nuances take center stage.
Oud, known for its deep, resinous aroma, adds a rich, woody depth that is both sensual and mysterious. The incense introduces a smoky, almost spiritual quality, while the lactonic notes provide a creamy smoothness that softens the intensity of the oud and incense, almost like a whipped cream would. While I typically don’t like oud and incense, the lactonic touch made it much more pleasing to my nose making this a love at first sniff.
I adore how the cherry note is masterfully crafted in this perfume, and the ambery,.