Purgatorio Tada Parfumeur

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2023

At a glance

Is Purgatorio Tada Parfumeur worth trying?

Purgatorio by Tada Parfumeur is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall, Winter
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
amber, woody, balsamic with Olibanum, Resins, Incense

The first impression

Purgatorio by Tada Parfumeur is a fragrance for women and men. Purgatorio was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Tada Archawong. Top notes are Olibanum, Resins, Incense and Aldehydes; middle notes are Guaiac Wood, Cedar, Thailand Oud and Leather; base notes are Labdanum, Amber, Myrrh, Sandalwood and Cade oil.

What shapes the scent

amber 100%
woody 85%
balsamic 70%
warm spicy 60%

The perfumer behind it

Tada Archawong

Tada Archawong

Tada Archawong is a perfumer and founder of Tada Parfumeur, known for creating fragrances like Inferno, Paradiso, and Purgatorio. He also works with Proad, developing scents such as Akiba, Collapse, and Taipei. His style often explores conceptual themes and evocative olfactory narratives.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Olibanum Olibanum
Resins Resins
Incense Incense
Aldehydes Aldehydes

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Guaiac Wood Guaiac Wood
Cedar Cedar
Thailand Oud Thailand Oud
Leather Leather

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Labdanum Labdanum
Amber Amber
Myrrh Myrrh
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Cade oil Cade oil

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Purgatorio Tada Parfumeur

Essence

Purgatorio is the Alchemist incarnate-a transformer of darkness into gold. Olibanum and myrrh smolder like a crucible, while labdanum and amber suggest the philosopher’s stone. This fragrance is for those who court the abyss, certain they’ll emerge with something brighter.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor layers-cashmere scarves over tailored black, textures that mirror the scent’s resinous depth. Their jewelry is talismanic: a ring with a cabochon stone, a chain holding a tiny vial. Their workspace is cluttered with curios-bones, geodes, vials of ink.

Philosophy & Values

"All matter is energy waiting to be reshaped," they’d say. The oud and cade oil in Purgatorio reflect their belief in decay’s generative power. They value resilience, curiosity, and the courage to stare into the fire.

Relationships

They attract fellow seekers, though few can match their intensity. Lovers are drawn to their gravity but may burn on re-entry. Their inner circle includes artists, scientists, and others who dance with shadows.

Lifestyle

Midnight is their prime hour, when they write or experiment. They haunt antique shops and apothecaries, always hunting for ingredients. Travel is pilgrimage-to deserts, catacombs, anywhere the veil feels thin.

Shadow

Their transformative urge can become obsession. The leather and cade oil warn of this-a fascination with destruction that forgets rebirth’s purpose. They must learn: not all things need transmuting.

Conclusion

Purgatorio is for those who wear scent as a spell. Its resins and smoke declare: "What you call ruin, I call raw material."