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SCENT TRUNK
BLACK FRANKINCENSE
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$155
Description
Black Frankincense by Scent Trunk is an intriguing and avant-garde fragrance that evokes the stark beauty of Omani deserts, focusing on a minimalistic yet rich frankincense accord. It opens with an airy, slightly salty freshness, hinting at herbal nuances before settling into a creamy, resinous heart. The scent develops into a soft, dry musk finish, creating a unique skin scent that is both unexpected and comforting. This fragrance is ideal for those seeking a contemplative and subtly evolving aroma. Perfumer: Dana El Masri
Scent Profile
Oriental
Woody
Resinous
Musky
Herbal
Salty
Milky
Notes
Top Notes
Salt Air
Tulsi
Middle Notes
Black Frankincense
Blue Chamomile
Base Notes
Dry Musk
Milky Cloud
About SCENT TRUNK
Scent Trunk, founded in 2015 by Toronto college friends William Yin and Richard Smale, offers a personalized fragrance subscription service that curates niche, indie perfumes using machine learning and user scent profiles for a bespoke discovery experience likened to 'Netflix for fragrances.' The brand emphasizes emotional, unique scents unbound by tradition, inspired by contemporary art, culture, fashion, and travel, with original editions crafted by independent perfumers like Tyler Monk and Dawn Spencer Hurwitz. Acquired by Perfumer's Apprentice in 2018, it targets modern collectors seeking transparency, choice, and high-quality, hard-to-find fragrances worldwide.
Perfumer
Dana El Masri
Dana El Masri is a trained perfumer and interdisciplinary artist born in Budapest to Lebanese and Egyptian parents. She studied at the Grasse Institute of Perfumery and founded Parfums Jazmin Saraï, a collection of perfumes inspired by songs and synesthesia, exploring the intersection between scent, music, and culture. Her work focuses on using fragrance as a gateway to raise awareness of underrepresented cultures while creating multisensory storytelling experiences.
Reviews
3.7
Good3 reviews
Ministry of Scent
3.7/5 • 3 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe Black Frankincense as a unique and evocative scent, with some finding it reminiscent of garden centers or earthy, wet environments. While many appreciate its distinct character, some perceive medicinal or strong "dirt" notes, indicating a polarizing experience.
Pros
Unique Scent Profile: Reviewers find it "beautiful" and "really great," noting its resemblance to "bright greens, wetness, earthy stems" found in a garden center.
Evocative and Nostalgic: The fragrance is praised for "lingering in the embrace of nostalgia" and its ability to evoke specific memories and feelings.
Signature Scent Potential: Some users have fallen in love with it, considering it a potential "signature scent."
Cons
Divisive Opening: Some reviewers experience a "medicinal" opening that can be off-putting.
Earthy/Dirt Perception: A notable concern is the strong "dirt" or "fragranced dirt" smell, which some find unpleasant and a reason not to repurchase.
Specific Note Dominance: One reviewer specifically mentioned "picking up a lot of fig notes," which might not align with expectations for a frankincense-centric scent.
Comparisons
Similar to a Garden Center/Greenhouse: Many reviewers draw comparisons to the smell of a "garden center" or "greenhouse," highlighting bright greens, wetness, and earthy stems.
Vibe & Emotions
Nostalgic and Evolving: The scent is described as one that "lingers in the embrace of nostalgia, evolving like shapeshifting clouds."
Minimalistic Winter Blend: It's characterized as an "avant-garde and unexpected" "minimalistic winter blend."
Contemplative and Unique: The overall impression is often one of a thoughtful, distinctive, and somewhat abstract fragrance experience.
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