CATHARSIS

Catharsis is the unisex eau de parfum by Coreterno, the Italian house conceived in Rome in 2015 and launched in New York under the artistic direction of Michelangelo Brancato, signed by perfumer Luca Maffei and launched in 2019. One of the house's first creations: a spicy, leathery woody fragrance, created for those seeking knowledge and transformation.

The Fragrance

Catharsis comes from the image of an alchemical treasure revealed after thousands of years: lost languages, the priests' secret book, forgotten spices and precious resins. It is a powerful, mysterious olfactory journey, a tale of purification and transformation that leaves the mark of knowledge on the skin.

How It Evolves on Skin

Catharsis opens with the mysterious notes of cloves and nutmeg, brightened by neroli as it leads the way towards the heart. Here saffron and whisky dominate a floral accord of ylang ylang and rose, in a warm, metallic and slightly smoky blend. The base reveals the true magic of the fragrance: oud, guaiac wood, cedarwood and a powerful leather accord, dry and powdery, leave a sensual, lasting imprint.

Who We Recommend Catharsis To

We recommend Catharsis to those who love fragrances with character, able to tell of mystery and transformation. It is perfect for autumn and winter, for the evening and for occasions when you want to leave an indelible mark. Unisex, it wins over lovers of spicy woods with a floral heart and an intense leathery base.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Catharsis is one of the house's most layered fragrances: it reveals itself step by step and, hour after hour, discloses ever new nuances. It is a fragrance that asks for attention and rewards it generously, with a character that stays in the memory.

Similar Fragrances

• Jihan by Kajal shares saffron, cloves, rose and oud, in a more floral key with apple blossom and magnolia.
• Lamar Noir by Kajal shares rose, leather, oud and guaiac wood, enriched by a balsamic, vanilla touch.
• Gioco all'Alba by Bois 1920 shares whisky, saffron, leather, cedar and guaiac, with tobacco, davana and peat for an even smokier character.

FAQ

What does the name Catharsis mean?
It recalls catharsis, purification and liberation: it tells of a fragrance conceived as a ritual of transformation, an alchemical treasure brought back to light.

When should I wear it?
Thanks to its warm, spicy character it is at its best on autumn and winter evenings, but its intensity makes it a choice of strong personality for any special occasion.

What sets it apart from the house's other woody fragrances?
The unusual heart of saffron and whisky, which makes it warmer and more mysterious, and a base of oud and leather among the most intense in the line.

Who created Catharsis?
Italian perfumer Luca Maffei, under the artistic direction of Michelangelo Brancato: it is one of the house's first fragrances.

Product Information

Brand

Coreterno

Name

Catharsis

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Olfactory family

Woody Spicy

Launch year

2019

Made in

Italy