Medusa

We all know about Medusa, a monstrous creature with snakes for hair that could turn a man to stone with a simple gaze. But did you know that Medusa was considered to be very beautiful before she was cursed? After Medusa’s affair with the sea god Poseidon, Athena exudes her wrath upon her by transforming her into a hideous hag, making her hair into writhing snakes and turning her skin a greenish hue. Once beautiful, but now beastly, Medusa spends the rest of her days in a cave before being found and beheaded by Perseus.

The perfume was inspired by her story. I wanted to showcase the two sides of Medusa’s life, the beauty and the monster. Medusa starts with a grand opening of gorgeous flowers. Smooth Morocco rose, opulent jasmine, and seductive orange blossom represent Medusa’s beauty. At its base, earthy notes of elegant orris root, deep vetiver, and rich oakmoss contrast the floral bouquet. Final, a hefty dose of pure civet, a sensual animal musk with a savage edge, brings the cursed, monstrous Medusa to life.

Medusa is a perfume that balances the contrast between beautiful flowers, earthy notes, and beastly civet. Recommended for those who enjoy musky, floral perfumes and for those who want to experience the scent and effect of real civet musk at its fullest.

NON-VEGAN