Arsenico V Canto by V Canto

Arsenico V Canto

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017

At a glance

Is Arsenico V Canto worth trying?

Arsenico by V Canto is a fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual, Office wear in Spring, Summer
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
fruity, woody, sweet with Apple, Pineapple, Red Currant
fruity woody sweet

The first impression

Arsenico by V Canto is a fragrance for women and men. Arsenico was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Paolo Terenzi. Top notes are Apple, Pineapple, Red Currant and Bergamot; middle notes are Cedar, Patchouli, Birch, Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Jasmine, Tonka Bean and Benzoin; base notes are Oakmoss, Musk and Amber.

What shapes the scent

fruity 100%
woody 85%
sweet 70%
fresh 60%
earthy 50%
patchouli 40%
leather 35%
mossy 30%
musky 25%
powdery 20%

The perfumer behind it

Paolo Terenzi

Paolo Terenzi

Paolo Terenzi is a perfumer known for his work with Antonio Croce, creating a range of fragrances including Ardente, Incantevole, Meraviglia, Perfetta, Sofisticata, Straordinaria, and Unica. He also composed 1+7 Extrait De Parfum for D'OTTO. Terenzi's style is characterized by bold, opulent compositions that often feature rich florals and warm resins.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Apple Apple
Pineapple Pineapple
Red Currant Red Currant
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Cedar Cedar
Patchouli Patchouli
Birch Birch
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
Jasmine Jasmine
Tonka Bean Tonka Bean
Benzoin Benzoin

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Musk Musk
Amber Amber

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Arsenico V Canto

Essence

The Alchemist archetype thrives in transformation, blending opposing elements into harmonious new forms. Arsenico V Canto embodies this with its alchemical fusion of fruity brightness and earthy depth. The playful top notes of apple and pineapple transmute into the mystique of patchouli and oakmoss, mirroring the Alchemist's ability to turn the mundane into the extraordinary.

Style & Aesthetic

They favor a balance of modern edge and organic textures-structured linen paired with artisanal jewelry, or sleek minimalism softened by raw wood grains. Their aesthetic is both polished and slightly wild, much like the fragrance's contrast of crisp bergamot against smoky birch.

Philosophy & Values

Curiosity drives them; they believe in the hidden potential of all things. The juxtaposition of sweet tonka bean and rugged cypriol oil reflects their conviction that opposites contain complementary truths.

Relationships

They attract kindred seekers, bonding over shared experiments in living. Romantic partners are drawn to their enigmatic warmth, akin to the scent's musky amber trail.

Lifestyle

Their days are punctuated by small rituals-brewing tea with foraged herbs, sketching in leather-bound journals. The fragrance's longevity mirrors their commitment to savoring fleeting moments.

Shadow

Their fascination with transformation can tip into restlessness, never fully satisfied. The leather accord hints at this tension-always refining, never arriving.

Conclusion

Arsenico V Canto is the olfactory equivalent of an alchemist's flask: a shimmering, evolving potion that promises wonder in every drop.

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