Arso
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Gemstone
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Which Should You Buy?
Arso is a surprisingly divisive scent that some adore as a photo-realistic journey through a pine forest campfire, while others find it too linear, too close to household cleaners, or simply not worth the hefty price tag. It's a statement, certainly.
Prepare yourself for something truly divisive; Black Gemstone isn't for everyone, but for those who get it, it's an utterly captivating, dark, and mysteriously powerful masterpiece that will turn heads and make a statement. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 14% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 7% | 0% |
| Sweet | 6% | 13% |
| Warm | 22% | 17% |
| Woody | 43% | 33% |
| Earthy | 16% | 19% |
| Animalic | 12% | 3% |
| Fresh | 12% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Profumum Roma is known for its strong performance, and Arso's excellent longevity and moderate to strong sillage make it too assertive for office wear. Its cosy, unique woody profile lends itself well to casual settings and cooler-weather dates, though its rugged nature might be a bit much for formal affairs.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Black Gemstone is a potent, dark fragrance with significant projection and longevity, making it unsuitable for office wear. Its mysterious and alluring character, mentioned by reviewers, is ideal for colder nights out, formal events, and dates, while being too heavy for casual daytime use or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Balsamic accords and Resin, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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