Note · oriental
Myrrh
“Bitter, earthy resin with a dry, medicinal depth — ancient and contemplative.”
Myrrh is the darker, more mysterious incense resin, smelling deep, balsamic and slightly bitter with ancient, contemplative depth. One of the gifts of the Magi, it carries millennia of spiritual significance. In perfumery it adds dark, resinous solemnity to oriental and incense compositions. In India, myrrh's ancient character suits winter contemplation. In summer it can feel heavy. The scent of antiquity and mystery.
281
perfumes feature it
32
as a top note
82
as a heart note
167
as a base note
Often paired with
Top notes · the first impression
32 perfumes · top rated shown
Heart notes · the character
82 perfumes · top rated shown
Base notes · the lasting trail
167 perfumes · top rated shown
