OSCURO

Oscuro is a unisex parfum by Zeromolecole, the Turin house founded by Stefania Marzufero Boni which has been turning memories into fragrances since 2009. It is a deep, magnetic spicy leather, wrapped in a mystical aura.

The Fragrance

"There is no light without darkness": Oscuro (Italian for "dark") embodies the dark side of Turin, a city suspended between white and black magic, and the one each of us carries within. It is the profound antithesis of Tredici, its luminous twin in the collection, and is enclosed in the glass bottle with a black cap shared by Zeromolecole's parfums.

How It Evolves on Skin

The opening is spicy and smoky: black pepper, incense and cardamom immediately create a vibrant, warm atmosphere. In the heart liquorice wood brings a balsamic sweetness, labdanum a resinous depth and leather a refined character. The base becomes meditative: patchouli, Somali frankincense and vetiver leave a mysterious, long-lasting trail on the skin.

Who We Recommend Oscuro To

We recommend Oscuro to those who love spicy, resinous and leathery perfumes, and to those looking for an intense, introspective fragrance that can leave its mark. It is perfect in autumn and winter, for evenings and occasions when you want a perfume with great personality. Unisex, it appeals to those who want a dark, refined spicy leather.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Oscuro is one of those perfumes that reveal themselves little by little: at first it intrigues, after a few hours it wins you over completely. We love it because it is intense without ever becoming heavy, and it has a dark elegance that makes it perfect for those who want to be remembered.

Similar Fragrances

• Freakincense by Coreterno shares incense, labdanum, patchouli and vetiver, in a fresher, brighter version with lime, pink pepper and violet.
• Sawlaj by Kajal shares labdanum, leather, patchouli and vetiver, in a more floral register with jasmine, rose and Amalfi lemon.
• 602 Bois Narcotique Intense by Bon Parfumeur shares incense, black pepper, patchouli and vetiver, in a woodier, hotter key with chilli pepper, Atlas cedar and neroli.

FAQ

What is the connection between Oscuro and Tredici?
The house presents Oscuro as the profound antithesis of Tredici, and Tredici as the luminous antithesis of Oscuro. Oscuro plays on black pepper, incense, leather and vetiver; Tredici on pink pepper, incense, iris butter and Peru balsam.

Can you smell leather in Oscuro?
Yes: leather is in the heart, together with liquorice wood and labdanum, after an opening of black pepper, incense and cardamom; the base of patchouli, Somali frankincense and vetiver makes it deep.

Does Oscuro smell of liquorice?
Yes, subtly: liquorice wood, in the heart, adds a balsamic note that softens black pepper and incense, while Oscuro remains a spicy leather.

Product Information

Brand

Zeromolecole

Name

Oscuro

Concentration

Parfum

Size

100 ml

Olfactory family

Spicy Leather

Launch year

2019

Made in

Italy