FREAKINCENSE

Freakincense 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 2023. An unconventional incense, ambery, woody and smoky, suspended between the sacred and the profane.

The Fragrance

Freakincense was born as a ritual evoking mystery and sacredness: a veil of smoke that envelops, a prayer whispered in a language forgotten for centuries, music that dazes the senses while reality rewrites itself before your eyes. It is a "freak" incense, rebellious and intoxicating, that invites you to contemplate the sublime beauty of intangible things.

How It Evolves on Skin

Freakincense opens with an accord that is sparkling and powdery at once: lime stings with its citrus light, pink pepper ignites the composition and violet softens it into a delicate powder. The heart wraps you in an ecclesiastical incense, enriched by resinous elemi and soft, woody cashmeran, for a smoky, almost sacred atmosphere. The base reveals the true ritual soul of the fragrance: damp, earthy vetiver, deep patchouli and the sensual warmth of labdanum leave a dry, ambery trail of very long longevity.

Who We Recommend Freakincense To

We recommend Freakincense to those who love fragrances with character, able to tell a ritual rather than simply a scent. It is perfect for autumn and winter, when its smoky, resinous warmth finds its ideal setting, and for evenings when you want a bold, memorable signature. Unisex, it wins over lovers of incense and spicy woods who are not afraid to stand out.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Freakincense is one of those fragrances you recognize from a distance, and it wins over those looking for something deeper than an ordinary fragrance. Those who try it for the first time are often surprised by how long it stays on the skin, almost as if it had become part of the wearer.

Similar Fragrances

• 603 Cuir Sahib by Bon Parfumeur shares violet, incense, labdanum, cashmeran and patchouli, in a more leathery, spicy version with nutmeg and tonka bean.
• Oscuro by Zeromolecole shares incense, frankincense, labdanum, patchouli and vetiver, with liquorice and leather for an even darker character.
• Alheba by Cave shares elemi, incense, labdanum and patchouli, in a softer key with cashmere wood, lavender and ambergris.

FAQ

What does the name Freakincense mean?
It is a play on words between "freak" and "frankincense": it tells of an unconventional, rebellious incense, suspended between the sacred and the profane.

When should I wear it?
Thanks to its smoky, resinous and enveloping character it is at its best in the cold seasons and in the evening, but its personality makes it a memorable choice at any time of year.

Who created Freakincense?
Italian perfumer Luca Maffei, under the artistic direction of Michelangelo Brancato.

How long does it last on skin?
A very long time: the base of vetiver, patchouli and labdanum stays on the skin all day, with an ambery, resinous trail that remains recognizable until evening.

Product Information

Brand

Coreterno

Name

Freakincense

Concentration

Eau de Parfum

Size

100 ml

Olfactory family

Amber Woody

Launch year

2023

Made in

Italy