Carnelian (сердолик) Alexandra Gluck

Unisex

Eau de Parfum

Year: 2017

Carnelian (Сердолик) by Alexandra Gluck is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match: Casual wear in Spring
Performance feel: Moderate longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile: woody, green, sweet with Mandarin Orange, Cloudberry, Lime (Linden) Blossom

woody green sweet

The first impression

Carnelian (Сердолик) by Alexandra Gluck is a fragrance for women and men. Carnelian (Сердолик) was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Alexandra Gluck. Top notes are Mandarin Orange and Cloudberry; middle notes are Lime (Linden) Blossom, Jasmine, Chamomile, Honey and Mineral notes; base notes are Fig Leaf, Iris and White Cedar Extract.

What shapes the scent

woody 100%

green 85%

sweet 70%

honey 60%

floral 50%

powdery 40%

citrus 35%

white floral 30%

mineral 25%

iris 20%

The perfumer behind it

Alexandra Gluck

Alexandra Gluck is a Russian perfumer known for her work with niche and independent fragrance houses, often drawing inspiration from cultural and geographic themes. Her style blends natural and synthetic notes to create evocative, narrative-driven scents that range from mineral and metallic to green and floral. Notable creations include Apatite and Carnelian, which explore gemstone-inspired accords, as well as Bulvar Dmitriya Donskogo and Kurskaya, which reference Moscow locations. Her work reflects a deep connection to place and material, contributing to a growing interest in regionally inspired perfumery.

Notes pyramid

Mandarin Orange

Cloudberry

Lime (Linden) Blossom

Jasmine

Chamomile

Honey

Mineral notes

Fig Leaf

Iris

White Cedar Extract

The mood it creates

At a glance

The Alchemist archetype

Transformation through craft and experiment

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary through patient experimentation.
Style: They mix vintage lab coats with bohemian scarves, practical yet whimsical.
Values: They believe everything contains hidden potential waiting to be unlocked.
Social life: They attract kindred spirits who share their curiosity.

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The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Carnelian (сердолик) Alexandra Gluck

Essence

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary through patient experimentation. Carnelian's unexpected pairing of citrus, honey, and mineral notes captures this spirit of playful transmutation. Like sunlight through amber, the fragrance holds both lightness and depth.

Style & Aesthetic

They mix vintage lab coats with bohemian scarves, practical yet whimsical. The fig leaf and iris base grounds their flights of fancy. Their workspace is cluttered with intriguing specimens - dried flowers, unusual stones, half-finished tinctures.

Philosophy & Values

They believe everything contains hidden potential waiting to be unlocked. The honeyed chamomile middle reflects their gentle persistence. Failures are just steps toward discovery.

Relationships

They attract kindred spirits who share their curiosity. Romantic partners must appreciate their need to occasionally disappear into projects. The linden blossom's fleeting nature mirrors their mercurial attention.

Lifestyle

Mornings are for collecting dew-kissed herbs, afternoons for meticulous note-taking. The moderate sillage suits their preference for working quietly rather than seeking applause.

Shadow

Their fascination with transformation can become restless dissatisfaction. The mineral notes caution against losing substance in pursuit of novelty.

Conclusion

Carnelian is the scent of possibility simmering beneath the surface. It celebrates the Alchemist's gift for finding magic in the mundane.

Carnelian (сердолик) Alexandra Gluck

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The first impression

What shapes the scent