Argos Charon’s Vail Extrait de Parfum is a striking, dark, and multi-layered extrait fragrance that captures the solemn mystery of the River Styx. The highly concentrated composition blends rose and resinous woods with saffron and labdanum, creating a mysterious, unforgettable presence.

Inspired by Alexander Dmitrievich Litovchenko’s depiction of Charon, the ferryman of the underworld, Charon’s Vail is a sensual journey into the spaces between worlds. Charon guides souls across the Styx, collects their payment, and accompanies them from one realm to the next. The word “vail” evokes a sense of descent and surrender, while the similar-sounding words “veil” and “vale” conjure images of concealment and a threshold between worlds. The fragrance reflects this transition and invites you to explore mystery, memory, and the quiet dignity of the passage.

At the opening, a ghostly rose note appears like a final breath of beauty. The heart note descends into a cathedral of woods and resins, where patchouli, sandalwood, oud, and Atlas cedar create an ancient, ritualistic atmosphere. The base consists of a smoldering bed of cistus labdanum and saffron, which lingers like incense offered during a sacred ritual. The effect is solemn, poetic, and deeply memorable.

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Rose
• Heart Notes: Patchouli, Sandalwood, Oud, Atlas Cedar
• Base Notes: Cistus Labdanum, Saffron

Fragrance notes:

• Leathery
• Woody
• Oriental
• Floral

Manufacturer info

Argos International LLC

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https://argosfragrances.com/

Responsible party:

Alcohol Denat, Parfum (Fragrance), Linalool, Citronellol, Coumarin, D-Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citral, Farnesol, 100% Evernia Prunastri (Oakmoss) Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Amyl Cinnamal