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The house of Max Philip gifted the world with Spirit in 2022. A unisex fragrance belonging to the amber, wood, and balsamic families. Released in eau de parfum.
Produced in France, where perfumery has long been elevated to an art form. Spirit Max Philip unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate 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 olfactory structure of Spirit is shaped as a living composition, where layers reveal themselves smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Max Philip is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum keeps the right density and pace of development.
The internal accord map rests on these accords: Balsamic, Wood, Powdery and Amber forming a compact and readable structure. The gender direction is unisex, which makes the scent profile easier to read.
In the first seconds you sense resinous-spicy opening notes: Frankincense and Iris.
In the middle phase you sense Cedar and Sandalwood keeping a spicy-woody direction. In the final layer the composition is fixed through Dry Wood and Grey Ambergris, shaping a earthy woody-resinous trail.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Balsamic, Floral, Wood and Animals. It also reaches into Ambery. From a family perspective the scent maps to Amber, Balsamic and Wood.
In summary Spirit holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the central phase adds depth, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Max Philip |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | https://maxphilip.com |
| Year of production | 2022 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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