Rook Perfumes 2018 EDP

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Undergrowth

by Nadeem Crowe

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Rook Perfumes Undergrowth is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Nadeem Crowe. Undergrowth opens with Mandarin and Mint, settles into a heart of Soil Tincture and Vetiver, and dries down to a base of Musk. Rook Perfumes's Undergrowth carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a proper grower, isn't it? Undergrowth offers a unique, hyper-realistic take on nature that's both intriguing and divisive. You'll either love its earthy mintiness or find it a bit too much like, well, actual dirt.
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Undergrowth Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Topas listed
Mint61%
Mandarin39%
Heartas listed
Soil Tincture57%
Vetiver43%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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:
Spring Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Given its strong initial projection and very natural, earthy profile, Undergrowth is best suited for casual, outdoor settings where its unique character can truly shine. It's too unconventional and potent for formal events or most office environments, but the refreshing mint and clean overall feel make it suitable for sports.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Rook Perfumes says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Undergrowth opens with a blast of vivid, almost chewing gum-like spearmint, brightened by a fleeting hint of mandarin. This quickly settles into the heart, where an incredibly realistic soil tincture and dry vetiver create the impression of freshly dug earth and root systems. The base sees a clean musk emerging, softening the initial raw earthiness and grounding the green, aromatic accords.

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