CATHARSIS

Catharsis is a unisex eau de parfum by Coreterno, the Italian brand that loves turning mystery into fragrance. One of the maison's earliest scents, woody, spicy and leathery, made for those who seek knowledge and transformation.

The Fragrance

Catharsis is born from the image of an alchemical treasure revealed after thousands of years: lost languages, the priests' secret book, forgotten spices, precious resins. It's a powerful and 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 clove and nutmeg, gently softened by neroli, which barely has time to fully express itself before being pulled into the heart. Here saffron and whisky dominate a floral accord of ylang ylang and rose, in a warm, metallic and lightly smoky weave. The base delivers the true magic of the fragrance: oud, guaiac wood, cedar and a powerful leather accord, dry and powdery, leaving a sensual and long-lasting imprint.

Who We Recommend Catharsis To

Catharsis is made for those who love fragrances with character, able to tell a story of mystery and transformation rather than a simple everyday scent: perfect for autumn and winter, for occasions when you want to leave an indelible mark. A bold soul, for those who love spicy floral fragrances with an intense leathery, woody base.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Catharsis is one of the most layered scents in the line: the bold, spicy opening soon gives way to a warm, almost smoky heart, before settling into a base of oud and leather that lingers for hours. A fragrance that demands attention, and rewards it generously as time passes.

Similar Fragrances

• Jihan by Kajal — the same saffron, the same clove, the same rose and the same oud as Catharsis, in a more floral key with magnolia.
• Lamar Noir by Kajal — the same rose and the same base of leather, oud and guaiac wood, here enriched with a balsamic, vanilla touch.
• Malt by Akro — the same whisky and leather accord as Catharsis, in a more marine, mineral version.

FAQ

What does the name "Catharsis" mean?
Catharsis evokes the idea of purification and release: a name that tells the story of a fragrance conceived as a ritual of transformation, an alchemical treasure brought back to light.

When is Catharsis best worn?
Thanks to its warm, spicy character, Catharsis gives its best on autumn and winter evenings, but its intensity makes it an interesting choice for any occasion where a fragrance of strong personality is called for.

What sets Catharsis apart from Coreterno's other woody spicy fragrances?
Catharsis stands out for its unusual heart of saffron and whisky, which makes it warmer and more mysterious than the maison's other woody fragrances, while keeping one of the line's most intense oud and leather bases.

Product Information

Brand

Coreterno

Name

Catharsis

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Olfactory Family

Spicy floral, leathery

Launch Year

2019

Made in

Italy