Nag Champa
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Beauty through Simplicity
Aleister Crowley is, of course, a historically well-known figure that one encounters when delving into occult topics or similar subjects. Sooner or later, this name comes up. I myself have explored various religions and also their counterpoints (LaVey is a name to throw in) years ago, as I have always been interested in such topics as well as ancient religions and cults. In a way, one can interpret themes like occultism and Satanism as a form of intentional non-conformity to societal norms and conventions. You can't get around Crowley, even though I can't relate much to his, let's say, work. Nevertheless, the fragrance does justice to the underlying theme, namely occultism, especially since the ingredient Nag Champa is aimed at this. In this respect, we will leave the figure of Aleister Crowley aside.
So let's not dwell on this topic any further but instead focus on the scent. Honestly, Crowley is not a transformative, constantly changing fragrance. It relatively consistently maintains its olfactory tone, occasionally becoming lighter and softer, then darker again. However, let me say this: it doesn't have to be that way, as a focused scent with low variance but significant intensity is perfectly sufficient.
Essentially, it simply smells like Nag Champa. This comment could end here. These incense sticks, based on a flower, carry the intoxicating floral scent that slightly reminds me of flowers like tuberose. This floral element is olfactorily perfected by the incense. The gentle veil of smoke that envelops the intensely alluring Champa flower feels so soft yet somewhat intensely attractive. At times, a pleasant and nutty roasted aroma resonates, giving the fragrance an interesting facet. Here and there, it feels soapy, then creamy-smoky; in short: wonderful. Wonderful because Crowley demonstrates how such a work can be created with simple means and few ingredients.
Seance is a small American brand, and the names are congruent, all showing a tendency towards occult interest or similar. The fragrances I have tested so far, as well as nearly all other creations, are limited to a few ingredients, with which, however, extraordinarily exciting and creative products are made. I don't want to elaborate further on the all-encompassing theme that Seance dedicates itself to, but I think this label remains true to itself and its intention, which is fundamentally likable.
So let's not dwell on this topic any further but instead focus on the scent. Honestly, Crowley is not a transformative, constantly changing fragrance. It relatively consistently maintains its olfactory tone, occasionally becoming lighter and softer, then darker again. However, let me say this: it doesn't have to be that way, as a focused scent with low variance but significant intensity is perfectly sufficient.
Essentially, it simply smells like Nag Champa. This comment could end here. These incense sticks, based on a flower, carry the intoxicating floral scent that slightly reminds me of flowers like tuberose. This floral element is olfactorily perfected by the incense. The gentle veil of smoke that envelops the intensely alluring Champa flower feels so soft yet somewhat intensely attractive. At times, a pleasant and nutty roasted aroma resonates, giving the fragrance an interesting facet. Here and there, it feels soapy, then creamy-smoky; in short: wonderful. Wonderful because Crowley demonstrates how such a work can be created with simple means and few ingredients.
Seance is a small American brand, and the names are congruent, all showing a tendency towards occult interest or similar. The fragrances I have tested so far, as well as nearly all other creations, are limited to a few ingredients, with which, however, extraordinarily exciting and creative products are made. I don't want to elaborate further on the all-encompassing theme that Seance dedicates itself to, but I think this label remains true to itself and its intention, which is fundamentally likable.
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