Sloth

Sloth by Zoologist is an unisex extrait de parfum from 2020 in the niche price tier. It opens with chamomile, lavender and violet leaf, moves into marigold, beeswax, anise, jasmine and cumin and dries down to hay, frankincense, myrrh, oakmoss, vanilla and tonka bean. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Chamomile Herbal, apple-like and calming. Quiet and a bit hay-ish.
Lavender Herbal, clean, slightly medicinal. Barbershop in one note.
Violet Leaf Crisp, watery green with a metallic edge. Cool rather than fresh.

Heart

Marigold Bitter, green and herbal. Nothing like the flower looks.
Beeswax Honeyed and waxy with a faint barnyard hum underneath.
Anise Sweet, liquorice-like seed. Cool and slightly medicinal.
Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
Cumin Warm, spicy and unmistakably sweaty. Divides rooms.

Dry-down

Hay Sun-dried grass and tonka. Warm, rustic and comforting.
Frankincense Bright, peppery, church-like resin. Lifts and cools a fragrance.
Myrrh Bitter, smoky resin. Ancient-smelling and slightly cool.
Oakmoss Damp forest floor. Bitter, green and the backbone of every chypre.
Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
Tonka Bean Almond, hay and vanilla in one. Warm and slightly nutty.

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