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Neshama Perfume Ninth Wave
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Ninth Wave — an expressive woody-spicy fragrance
Ninth Wave Perfume is a rich unisex fragrance from the British perfume house Neshama Perfume.
Released in 2023 in the “Perfume (Extrait)” concentration, the composition feels dense, multilayered and designed to make a noticeable impression.
The fragrance combines chypre, spicy and woody notes, offering lovers of perfume a deep, distinctive scent profile without being rigidly tied to a single gender.
Ninth Wave was created by perfumer Simon Shaer. His palette includes fresh citrus nuances, dry woods, spicy warmth, mossy facets and a pronounced animalic accord.
Thanks to this combination, the fragrance develops non-linearly: its sparkling opening gradually becomes darker, drier and deeper, then leaves a warm woody-mossy trail on the skin.
Character and development on the skin
In the first few minutes, Ninth Wave may attract attention with the contrast between bergamot and citron and the sharpness of black pepper.
The citrus freshness does not turn into a light cologne-like effect; it quickly meets dry cedar facets and a spicy texture.
As it develops, the composition becomes more composed and austere, with a noticeable mossy and slightly earthy nuance.
The heart and base are built around Atlas cedar and Virginia cedar, oud, sandalwood, oakmoss, geranium, nutmeg and castoreum.
The woody notes create a solid framework, sandalwood adds roundness, while oud and castoreum enhance the depth and character.
As a result, the fragrance smells confident, textured and slightly dramatic, especially in cool air.
Sillage, longevity and wearability
Ninth Wave is described as having very strong sillage, making it suitable for those who enjoy noticeable compositions with a wide scent radius.
It is not the most discreet choice for an office or a confined space: even a small amount can create a pronounced cloud around the wearer.
When trying it for the first time, it is best to start with a minimal amount and see how the composition behaves specifically on your skin.
Exact recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the database.
A practical approach is to apply a small amount to the pulse points and give the fragrance time to develop instead of reapplying it immediately.
On fabric, the woody-mossy accord may last longer and smell more linear, so clothing should be scented with particular care after first checking how the material reacts.
As a unisex perfume, Ninth Wave may develop differently on women’s and men’s skin.
On some skin, the citrus and spices will stand out more strongly; on other skin, it may be the dry cedar, oud, moss or the animalic depth of castoreum.
The composition is best suited to evenings, cool weather, special occasions and situations when you want to emphasize your individuality rather than blend into your surroundings.
Who will enjoy Ninth Wave
This fragrance will appeal to lovers of complex woody compositions, classic chypres and spicy accords with a pronounced texture.
It is a good choice for those who need more than a simply fresh or sweet scent and are looking for a perfume with character, contrasts and powerful sillage.
Ninth Wave may be an intriguing choice for experienced perfume enthusiasts willing to explore dark, mossy and animalic nuances.
In mood, Ninth Wave is close to austere woody elegance, while retaining a fresh citrus impulse and spicy energy.
As one possible direction for further exploration, consider S-Perfume Se-x.
Other fragrances often mentioned as similar include Ramon Monegal Dry Wood and Blackbird Zola Jesus Taiga, although each of these fragrances develops in its own way.
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