Olfactory Notes
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Velvety tuberose meets the purity of vintage soap and the metallic trace of blood in Erzsébet. This unisex addition to Spiritica’s Crime Collection draws on the story of Erzsébet Báthory, a Hungarian countess accused of torturing and killing young women in the 17th century. According to legend, she bathed in blood to preserve her youth. That tale emerged long after her death, adding another layer of myth to an already disputed history.
Cold aldehydes create an icy, immaculate opening, sharpened by green violet leaf, black pomegranate and a metallic blood accord. Tuberose absolute unfolds in creamy, narcotic layers, joined by sambac jasmine and powdery iris. Withered rose hints at fading beauty, while vintage soap conjures porcelain baths, immaculate linen and rituals of purification.
White musks, sandalwood, Cashmeran and suede give the base a soft, enveloping texture. Wet stone recalls the damp walls of Čachtice Castle, while benzoin and transparent labdanum lend the trail a resinous depth.
The collection draws on catharsis, using art to confront fear and unease. Erzsébet gives this idea a sensory form, exploring the desire to preserve beauty and the impossibility of holding time still.
These ingredients reflect the most recent production update only. Please refer to the composition printed on the packaging of your purchased product.
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