Papillon Artisan Perfumes 2021 EDP

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Spell 125

by Liz Moores

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Papillon Artisan Perfumes Spell 125 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Liz Moores. Spell 125 settles into a heart of Canadian Hemlock, Pine, Ylang-Ylang, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Ambergris. Papillon Artisan Perfumes's Spell 125 carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising scent, utterly unique and a true olfactory journey. Expect a rough, challenging opening, but those who persevere will find a darkly magical, mystical experience. Not a blind buy, but a must-try for the adventurous.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Spell 125 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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

Also Works:
Date

Its formidable presence and unique, even challenging, scent profile make it unsuitable for the office or sport. It's too demanding and mystical for most casual wear, but for a unique date night or specific mood, it offers a fascinating allure.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Spell 125 launches with an intense aromatic blast of fresh pine and Canadian hemlock, sharp and almost medicinal. This quickly deepens into a rich, resinous heart of frankincense, amber, and a subtle, banana-like sweetness from ylang-ylang. The base unfurls with a prominent, skanky ambergris, earthy sandalwood, and a lingering smoky, animalic depth that evokes ancient forests and arcane rituals.

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Where to buy

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