EXPERIMENTAL PERFUMERY

A laboratory dedicated to the art and science of fragrance creation. Each specimen represents months of research, experimentation, and refinement.

Established 2024 • Research Laboratory

EXPERIMENTAL SPECIMENS

Each numbered specimen represents a unique experiment in olfactory composition. Click to examine detailed research notes and formulation data.

SPECIMEN NO. 01

SANTAL 33

Experimental sandalwood composition with enhanced woody notes and subtle spice undertones.

COMPOSITION: Sandalwood • Cedar • Cardamom

SPECIMEN NO. 02

ROSE 31

Distilled rose essence with enhanced floral complexity and earthy base notes.

COMPOSITION: Rose • Vetiver • Musk

SPECIMEN NO. 03

BERGAMOTE 22

Cold-pressed bergamot with bright citrus opening and sophisticated woody dry-down.

COMPOSITION: Bergamot • Orange Blossom • Cedar

SPECIMEN NO. 04

VETIVER 46

Root-based earth investigation with smoky undertones and mineral complexity.

COMPOSITION: Vetiver • Pepper • Guaiac Wood

SPECIMEN NO. 05

PATCHOULI 24

Leaf fermentation experiment with rich amber tones and leather-like depth.

COMPOSITION: Patchouli • Vanilla • Styrax

SPECIMEN NO. 06

IRIS 39

Rhizome powder analysis with powdery elegance and sophisticated floral heart.

COMPOSITION: Iris • Violet • Lime

SPECIMEN NO. 07

JASMINE 17

Night-blooming jasmine with enhanced floral intensity and green undertones.

COMPOSITION: Jasmine • Bergamot • White Musk

SPECIMEN NO. 08

CEDAR 28

Virginian cedarwood with enhanced woody warmth and subtle spice notes.

COMPOSITION: Cedarwood • Pepper • Amber

SPECIMEN NO. 09

LABDANUM 18

Spanish labdanum resin with amber warmth and leather-like sophistication.

COMPOSITION: Labdanum • Vanilla • Oakmoss

SPECIMEN NO. 10

AMBER 53

Baltic amber fossil with prehistoric depth and resinous complexity.

COMPOSITION: Amber • Benzoin • Tonka Bean

SPECIMEN NO. 11

MUSK 15

Synthetic musk accord with animalic warmth and modern sophistication.

COMPOSITION: Musk Accord • Ambergris • Cashmeran

SPECIMEN NO. 12

OUD 77

Agarwood infusion with sustainable sourcing and complex woody depth.

COMPOSITION: Oud • Rose • Saffron

EXPERIMENTAL METHODOLOGY

01

RAW MATERIAL ANALYSIS

Comprehensive study of ingredient properties, extraction methods, and olfactory characteristics.

02

COMPOSITIONAL EXPERIMENTATION

Systematic testing of ingredient combinations, proportions, and interaction effects.

03

REFINEMENT & DOCUMENTATION

Iterative improvement process with detailed recording of observations and outcomes.

SPECIMEN NO. 01

SANTAL 33

FORMULATION NOTES

Initial experiments with Indian sandalwood revealed exceptional longevity and warmth. Enhanced with cedarwood for structural integrity and cardamom for spicy complexity. Final composition achieved after 47 iterations.

INGREDIENT COMPOSITION

Sandalwood Absolute (India)33%

Cedarwood Virginia28%

Cardamom CO2 Extract12%

Amber Base15%

Musk Accord12%

EXPERIMENTAL DATA

CREATION DATE

March 15, 2024

ITERATIONS

47 attempts

LONGEVITY

8-10 hours

SEASON

Fall/Winter

RESEARCHER NOTES

"The sandalwood base provides exceptional warmth and longevity. The addition of cardamom creates an intriguing spicy opening that gradually reveals the woody heart. This composition represents our most successful sandalwood experiment to date."

— Dr. E. Chen, Lead Researcher

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