{"product_id":"profundum-altere-fragrance-sample-uk","title":"Profundum Altere | Fragrance Sample UK","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance Sample (1ml \/ 2ml \/ 5ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% genuine fragrance decanted into a UV-sterilised glass atomiser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance Family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spicy \/ Resinous \/ Smoky \/ Leathery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extrait de Parfum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Peppery, smoky, softly floral, leathery, resinous and dark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Those who enjoy atmospheric niche perfumery, spicy incense, suede, iris and warm, resinous woods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeason:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Autumn \/ Winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrance Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003ePink pepper, Sichuan pepper, black pepper\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMiddle Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eSuede, incense, osmanthus, orris\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmber, resins, patchouli, bark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat It Smells Like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAltere opens with a lively burst of pepper. Pink pepper brings a bright, slightly rosy spice, while Sichuan pepper adds a sharper, almost tingling freshness. Black pepper gives the opening a darker, drier edge. Rather than smelling like a simple peppery spice fragrance, the combination creates a brisk, slightly smoky introduction with an understated sense of warmth beneath it. The opening is distinctive without relying on sweetness or conventional fresh citrus notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eAs the fragrance develops, the sharp pepper gradually gives way to a more textured heart of incense, suede, osmanthus and orris. Incense introduces a smoky, contemplative quality, while suede lends a soft, smooth leather character. Osmanthus can contribute a delicate apricot-like floral nuance, adding contrast to the darker materials. Orris brings an elegant, subtly powdery and earthy facet that softens the composition without making it feel overtly sweet or traditionally floral. Some reviewers describe this stage as particularly iris-forward, while others notice the incense and leather more prominently, so the balance may vary depending on individual perception. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eIn the dry-down, amber and resins create a warm, balsamic depth, supported by earthy patchouli and the dry, woody character of bark. The smoky incense and suede remain part of the overall impression, but the fragrance becomes smoother and more settled as the brighter peppery opening recedes. Rather than ending in a sugary or heavily gourmand direction, Altere retains a dark, textured character, balancing warm resins with earthy woods and soft leather. Fragrance community feedback suggests above-average longevity and projection, although performance will vary with skin, application and individual perception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eCreated by perfumer Dominik Schneider, it combines peppery spice, incense, suede and resinous warmth into a composition that feels moody and introspective, with a softer floral-powdery dimension beneath its darker exterior. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall, the fragrance feels like dark pepper and smouldering incense softened by suede and powdery iris, settling into warm amber, earthy patchouli and dry bark.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView our full collection of genuine\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theperfumeapothecary.co.uk\/collections\/d-grayi\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theperfumeapothecary.co.uk\/collections\/profundum\" title=\"Browse our full range of Profundum perfume samples \"\u003eProfundum fragrance samples\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Profundum","offers":[{"title":"1ml","offer_id":55118257062221,"sku":"PROALT1","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2ml","offer_id":55118257094989,"sku":"PROALT2","price":25.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5ml","offer_id":55118257127757,"sku":"PROALT5","price":64.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/0286\/7277\/files\/Profundum_Altere_Fragrance_Sample_UK_1ml_2ml_and_5ml_perfume_samples_available.jpg?v=1792411018","url":"https:\/\/theperfumeapothecary.co.uk\/products\/profundum-altere-fragrance-sample-uk","provider":"The Perfume Apothecary ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}