Kyphi by Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes
Men Women 2011
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Description
Kyphi by Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes is a woody oriental fragrance launched in 2011. This composition, created by perfumer Ellen Covey, is designed for men and women.
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Notes
olibanum incense
Community
266 votes
- Positive 58%
- Negative 33%
- Neutral 9.4%
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Leading answer I want it
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About Kyphi
Kyphi by Olympic Orchids Artisan Perfumes is a woody oriental fragrance launched in 2011. This composition, created by perfumer Ellen Covey, is designed for men and women.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
86 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
100 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
61 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
47 votes
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vandaele
Hey, it smells weird and super heavy at first, nothing pleasant, but after 10 minutes it shifts into a strong cinnamon and clove vibe that reminds me of arroz con leche loaded with cinnamon. Honestly, in the end, it’s a treat…
Angelmaius
I bought it based on historical references in Federico Kukso’s book about the Egyptian pharaoh’s perfume for the Holy Santorum. Inspired by the history, I ordered it blind and it was a disaster. I love incense, but this smells dirty, with way too much myrrh making it unbearable. I applied it to my skin and had to wash off with camphorated alcohol to get rid of the scent—it even gave me diarrhea, no joke. I like powerful perfumes, but this is only for pyramid builders. Two months later: I’m still trying to make sense of it and gave it several chances. It can’t be that such a smell causes physical discomfort; there must be a component reacting badly with my skin, since a friend said it reminded them of their childhood temples and others of touristy Arab shops. It’s a shame it doesn’t get much press; I’d love to read more reviews.