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EDT · 2026
Clandestine Laboratories
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Mark Sage
Sources describe Sage’s work for Clandestine Laboratories as artisanal, indie perfumery, often highlighting conceptual, narrative-driven compositions with unconventional note pairings and a DIY, self-taught approach. His fragrances are typically positioned for enthusiasts of experimental niche scent rather than mainstream commercial styles.
About
Mark Sage is a self-taught perfumer and artist based in New York City, best known as the founder of the indie house Clandestine Laboratories, which he launched in January 2010 after developing what he calls an accidental obsession with fragrance. He runs Clandestine Laboratories as an artisanal, independent brand, creating and releasing his own compositions directly under this label. Sage’s work is distributed through niche and indie-focused platforms such as American Perfumer and European retailer Silloria, underscoring his positioning in the independent fragrance scene.
