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Oil-based perfume
Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab Shoggoth
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Shoggoth as a Fragrant Portrait
Shoggoth is an oil perfume by Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, released in 2006. The fragrance was created for those who appreciate unusual perfume stories, expressive accords, and compositions with character.
It is a unisex fragrance, suitable for anyone who prefers a free, gender-neutral style of scent.
The release joined the A Picnic in Arkham collection, an artistic direction inspired by dark literary aesthetics and the fantastical world of Arkham.
The name Shoggoth alone sets a mysterious mood: this is not an all-purpose fragrance for every occasion, but a distinctive olfactory portrait for those who enjoy discussing impressions and discovering unexpected facets in a scent.
Character and Scent Profile
Shoggoth combines green, spicy, and woody nuances, complemented by floral, fruity, citrus, white-floral, musky, and animalic facets.
Among the key accents, coconut is particularly intriguing: it lends the composition softness and exotic roundness without turning it into a simple sweet gourmand fragrance.
Hinoki adds a dry, transparent woody quality, while grey amber and musk create a deep, skin-like background.
Lime and lemongrass lend the composition a fresh citrus lift, while iris, osmanthus, peony, lily of the valley, water lily, wisteria, and snowdrop create a multifaceted floral impression.
As a result, the fragrance balances cool greenery, humid floral airiness, woody dryness, and gentle sensuality.
Development and Sillage
The database does not specify the exact distribution of notes into top, middle, and base notes, so Shoggoth is best understood as a unified composition in which different accords unfold simultaneously and gradually shift in proportion.
On the skin, it may sound fresher and greener at one moment, then warmer, woodier, and muskier, while retaining its distinctive fantastical atmosphere.
In terms of performance, the fragrance is rated as having very strong sillage.
For this reason, the oil perfume is best applied sparingly: a small amount is enough to keep the composition expressive without overwhelming the surrounding space.
No separate recommendations for the amount to apply to skin or clothing are available, and the intensity of its development will depend on the temperature, skin type, and amount of oil applied.
Creators and the Brand’s Signature Style
Shoggoth was created by Brian Constantine and Elizabeth Barrial.
Their work continues Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab’s distinctive approach to perfumery as a form of storytelling: here, a fragrance matters not only as a pleasant composition but also as an independent character with its own mood, visual image, and room for interpretation.
Shoggoth is especially well suited to evening outings, cool weather, themed events, and moments when you want a fragrance with a noticeable presence.
It may appeal to fans of unconventional woody-green compositions, complex floral combinations, and perfumes that do not try to remain unobtrusive.
For a related direction with a similar overall impression, consider Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Le Parfum, as well as The Dua Brand Spiced Citrus and Jorum Studio Opaline.
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