Coreterno 2019 EDP

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Catharsis

by Luca Maffei

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Coreterno Catharsis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Luca Maffei. Catharsis opens with Neroli, Clove, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Whisky, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, and Saffron, and dries down to a base of Leather, Cedar, Oud, and Guaiac Wood. Coreterno's Catharsis carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper dark horse: a divisive, intense, spicy, woody-leather-rose creation. Some find it a bit rough around the edges, others love its raw, statement-making power. Not for everyone, but those who get it, really get it.
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Catharsis Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a strong, spicy and dark character, make it less suited for an office. It shines for nights out, dates, and even formal events where its unique profile can make a sophisticated statement, especially in cooler weather.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Catharsis hits you with a sharp, spicy burst of nutmeg and clove, softened by the bright, bitter-green hint of neroli. As it settles, a boozy whisper of whisky emerges, mingling with a rich, velvety rose and the exotic warmth of saffron. The dry-down is where it truly takes hold, with a rugged, worn leather note grounded by deep, resinous oud, smoky guaiac wood, and dry cedar. It's a scent that evolves, revealing layers from sharp spice to complex wood and leather.

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