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The world first encountered Forest Rose by Alkemia Perfumes in 2020. A unisex fragrance rooted in the wood and floral families. The fragrance is presented as oil-based perfume.
Country of origin — the United States, and that already says something about the quality. Forest Rose Alkemia Perfumes — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich oil-based perfume composition with a soft opening, high durability, and an intimate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Forest Rose unfolds as a layered story, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The creative approach of Alkemia Perfumes comes through in details that define the fragrance identity. Every decision feels deliberate, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Oil-based perfume keeps the right density and pace of development.
Without strict stage separation the opening appears as one connected movement with a soft-dry woody mood: Amber, Cedar Needles, Cypress, Fern, Juniper berries, Pine Needles and Rose. In this format 7 notes work as one coherent layer, creating lasting warm resonance that reads as cohesive from the start.
The inner phases are felt as a gradual shift without abrupt breaks, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
The accord profile rests on these accords: Balsamic, Floral, Wood and Mineral forming a compact and readable structure.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Balsamic, Wood, Green and Fruit. It also reaches into Floral and Whiteflower.
In summary Forest Rose reads as a cohesive composition — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the scent structures best experienced on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Alkemia Perfumes |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://alkemiaperfumes.com |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Oil-based perfume |
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