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Eau de parfum
Unda Prisca Incense
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
Unda Prisca Incense is an eau de parfum from the Lithuanian brand Unda Prisca, released in 2022.
This unisex fragrance has a distinctive woody-fougère character, in which incense is not presented as an isolated theme but is combined with cool greenery, forest floor and dark gourmand depth.
The composition was created by perfumer Laime Kiskune.
Incense shows a particular interest in natural textures: the fragrance does not try to be smooth and sterilely polished, instead retaining the feel of bark, conifer needles, moss and damp earth.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
The Incense pyramid is built around Calabrian bergamot, dark chocolate, earthy notes, fir, incense, lichen, pine needles, vetiver and carrot leaf.
The top, heart and base notes are not listed separately, so it is more accurate to experience the composition as a unified accord in which fresh, green, woody and balsamic nuances intertwine from the very beginning.
At the opening, Calabrian bergamot adds a bright citrus spark, but it is almost immediately joined by resinous incense, coniferous nuances and damp earthiness.
As it develops, a darker side emerges: dark chocolate softens the green-woody framework, while vetiver, lichen and carrot leaf make the scent dry, cool and slightly bitter.
The drydown of Incense leaves a dense forest-like impression.
Fir and pine needles evoke a coniferous woodland, incense adds smoky balsamic volume, and earthy nuances reinforce the feeling of a natural, almost primordial texture.
Wearability and Sillage
Incense is positioned as a unisex fragrance and can sound equally natural on a woman or a man.
Its mood unfolds especially well in cool weather, in a calm urban setting, on a walk or in the evening, when rich resins, woods and coniferous notes are perceived most vividly.
Its sillage is described as very strong, so the fragrance should be applied sparingly and evaluated on the skin first.
The exact dosage for skin and clothing is not specified in the database; when trying it for the first time, it is best to start with a minimal amount and bear in mind that the scent may last longer on fabric and be perceived more intensely.
Olfactive Context
In terms of mood, Incense will appeal to those who enjoy fougère and woody compositions with green, mossy, sweet, citrus and balsamic nuances.
This is not a simple “church incense” fragrance, but a layered forest scent in which smokiness is balanced by bergamot, coniferous freshness and an unexpected chocolate accent.
As a direction for further exploration, consider The Spirit of Dubai Durra.
It does not replicate Incense, but may interest fans of noticeable, rich compositions with a strong presence and distinctive character.
Overall Impression
Unda Prisca Incense is a rich eau de parfum for those seeking not universal freshness, but the atmosphere of a coniferous forest, damp earth and warm resins.
Bergamot and pine nuances set the composition in motion, incense forms its recognizable core, while dark chocolate and vetiver lend it depth.
The fragrance develops with pronounced texture and presence, making it a potential signature scent for lovers of unusual woody-fougère perfumery.
Its powerful sillage and natural dark palette call for careful application, but with the right dosage, Incense leaves a memorable, cohesive and highly distinctive impression.
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