Top Notes 
Pepper
Bergamot
Oregano
Heart Notes 
Amber
Frankincense
Labdanum
Opoponax
Base Notes 
Patchouli
Leather
Oud
Sandalwood
01/15/2024
Elysium
891 Reviews
Elysium
2
The Two Sides Of The Coin
When I came across a photo from Ente Faqat, I tried to remember if it was on Pinterest, Instagram or any other social network. The bottle immediately caught my attention. I knew it was dangerous, mysterious and thrilling, but that didn't stop me from researching online sales and adding a brand-new bottle to my collection. Blind purchase? Yes, here in Italy, the Lattafa brand is not on sale in perfumeries; there is no information on the web, nothing on the official Lattafa website, and the notes mentioned around differ from one site to another. But what is most surprising is that the perfume follows two different evolutions, whether sprayed on the skin or elsewhere. This time, I wanted to experiment, and instead of using absorbent paper, I sprayed the perfume directly inside its box and, at the same time, on the back of my hand.
Ente Faqat appears impetuous, fresh, and harsh. There is an alcoholic, citrus, acidic principle. Behind the bergamot, I feel the presence of unripe and sour fruit, like a crunchy and tart green apple, far too acidic and without a trace of sweetness. I like this unripe green apple peel, which silently insinuates itself between the biting notes of bergamot and the spicier notes of something peppery. These are the notes that I can perceive in the opening, together with slightly fresh, watery or aquatic nuances, with a robust, spicy accord. I recognize the presence of oud wood, smooth like silk and cashmere, even if it doesn't overpower the opening chord. Instead, the delicate aura of the oud comes out later, silently, in no hurry to be noticed.
Suppose I stick my nose into the box. In that case, there is a sort of acidity in the background, which I suppose comes from the green apple, which reigns supreme, supported by a herbaceous, slightly minty and balsamic undertone, a little camphorated, similar to cardamom, but more similar to dried oregano leaves. The presence of this aromatic herb is vivid, like leaves crumbling from a dry branch directly onto a plate. However, the powdery facets of iris or violet emerge from the hand, made less powdery thanks to the creaminess of the lavender flowers and the saltiness of molecular amber. I dare say a powdery and creamy heart with aromatic whispers. After about an hour, as it settles on the skin, the scent transforms, bringing out the rich edges of a marginal oud, not like a barnyard or skanky, but reminiscent of an ancient forest bathed in morning dew. The blend of middle notes comes together to elevate the earthy warmth of the scent, and the initial freshness fades away. I experienced its airy and woody aspect in the intermediate phase, thanks to the cleaned oud, which is not so strong or heavy.
As Ente Faqat approaches the base, it reveals a base in which the deep, earthy tones of patchouli blend harmoniously with the sweet, creamy nuances of coumarin and the airy freshness of musk. Despite the musky and powdery undertones, I also detect a bit of smokiness, not too heavy, but just a hint here and there.
I wonder if I got all the notes right, although these are the ones I get as the colony develops. On my skin, it is aromatic, woody and powdery, very light, like an airy perfume. Longevity is mediocre, and the scent is relatively weak, settling very little quickly. When I ordered it, I thought it was a winter perfume, but it is more suitable for the mid-seasons, spring and autumn, and perhaps summer nights. It is too weak to cut through the cold of the winter months. However, it is a fresh and pleasant fragrance with a shadowy edge.
I'm writing my thoughts from a bottle I've owned since January 2024 (PD 05.2023)
Ente Faqat appears impetuous, fresh, and harsh. There is an alcoholic, citrus, acidic principle. Behind the bergamot, I feel the presence of unripe and sour fruit, like a crunchy and tart green apple, far too acidic and without a trace of sweetness. I like this unripe green apple peel, which silently insinuates itself between the biting notes of bergamot and the spicier notes of something peppery. These are the notes that I can perceive in the opening, together with slightly fresh, watery or aquatic nuances, with a robust, spicy accord. I recognize the presence of oud wood, smooth like silk and cashmere, even if it doesn't overpower the opening chord. Instead, the delicate aura of the oud comes out later, silently, in no hurry to be noticed.
Suppose I stick my nose into the box. In that case, there is a sort of acidity in the background, which I suppose comes from the green apple, which reigns supreme, supported by a herbaceous, slightly minty and balsamic undertone, a little camphorated, similar to cardamom, but more similar to dried oregano leaves. The presence of this aromatic herb is vivid, like leaves crumbling from a dry branch directly onto a plate. However, the powdery facets of iris or violet emerge from the hand, made less powdery thanks to the creaminess of the lavender flowers and the saltiness of molecular amber. I dare say a powdery and creamy heart with aromatic whispers. After about an hour, as it settles on the skin, the scent transforms, bringing out the rich edges of a marginal oud, not like a barnyard or skanky, but reminiscent of an ancient forest bathed in morning dew. The blend of middle notes comes together to elevate the earthy warmth of the scent, and the initial freshness fades away. I experienced its airy and woody aspect in the intermediate phase, thanks to the cleaned oud, which is not so strong or heavy.
As Ente Faqat approaches the base, it reveals a base in which the deep, earthy tones of patchouli blend harmoniously with the sweet, creamy nuances of coumarin and the airy freshness of musk. Despite the musky and powdery undertones, I also detect a bit of smokiness, not too heavy, but just a hint here and there.
I wonder if I got all the notes right, although these are the ones I get as the colony develops. On my skin, it is aromatic, woody and powdery, very light, like an airy perfume. Longevity is mediocre, and the scent is relatively weak, settling very little quickly. When I ordered it, I thought it was a winter perfume, but it is more suitable for the mid-seasons, spring and autumn, and perhaps summer nights. It is too weak to cut through the cold of the winter months. However, it is a fresh and pleasant fragrance with a shadowy edge.
I'm writing my thoughts from a bottle I've owned since January 2024 (PD 05.2023)
Elysium
