Gothic perfume - sensual fragrances in a dark style
Gothic perfume is one of the most beautiful side issues in the world and an absolute must-have for your gothic style. While it used to be reserved for kings and emperors, gothic perfume is now one of the most beautiful specialities in dark everyday life. Because when the ordinary becomes something special, perfection is created. Because life is too short for boring fragrances! But what makes perfume so fascinating?
The fascination of perfume is based on much more than just the scent. Because it awakens feelings in us and this creates memories. Who hasn't experienced this? A whiff in passing and we feel reminded back. To our childhood, balmy summer nights, festivals, our first kiss or our first great love. And even more! Scientists have discovered that odours unconsciously control our actions and play a key role in determining whether we like the person we are talking to.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of fragrances in the Abaddon Mystic Store online shop. Find gothic perfume for men and women that suits you. You'll be perfectly styled for the next gothic festival or your dark everyday life. Create unforgettable moments and fall in love all over again with gothic perfume from Parfume Noire and Hex Bomb. We'll tell you what to look out for when choosing the perfect gothic perfume.
Perfume and fragrances - how it all began...
The idea of surrounding oneself with fragrances is as old as mankind itself. Even in Ancient Egypt, scented essences and ointments were used to embalm the pharaohs. They were burnt in temple rituals and the fragrant smoke ascended to the gods. This is probably how the modern word perfume came about, which is derived from "per fumum", i.e. through the smoke.
Later, Arab scholars developed a distillation process that extracted the scent from rose petals and released it into water. Around the same time, France succeeded in distilling pure alcohol from wine. This paved the way for perfume production. Grasse is known worldwide and is also known as the capital of perfume. This is because Patrick Süßkind's novel plays an important role here. The town in Provence enchants the senses as the scents of jasmine, orange and lavender fill the air.
The first large perfume houses and the profession of perfumer emerged in the age of absolutism. Today, there are around 2,000 people with the job title "perfumer". They combine an exceptionally fine nose and a great deal of imagination.
Gothic perfume - unforgettable fragrances inspire the senses
Gothic perfume is scented jewellery for every occasion. Because a noble perfume raises your dark character to a new level. Gothic cosmetics and perfume is for everyone and knows no gender! The product range is so diverse and emphasises your individual style. Super unique, because you never forget a good fragrance. But how do fragrances become perfume? We give you an overview of how fragrances are made.
The extraction of fragrances and fragrance essences
Perfume is a composition of various raw materials, distilled water and pure alcohol. As alcohol has no odour of its own, it is only the fragrances that give the gothic perfume its scent. Popular and precious flavours used in the production process include Jasmine and Rose. Both flavours can also be found in the magical Parfume Noire creations.
- during distillation, the fresh flowers are mixed with water and then heated. This releases and captures vapour containing the fragrances of the flowers. During cooling, the so-called essence is produced, which settles.
- during extraction, the flowers are mixed with solvent and heated. This produces a mass with fragrances, the concrète. The solid mass is then mixed with alcohol and heated again to produce the liquid absolute.
Depending on whether a flower is processed by distillation or extraction, it develops different fragrance facets. While the essence tends to express a radiantly light facet of the flower, the absolute tends to reveal its full richness.
What is the difference between eau de toilette and eau de parfum?
Designations such as eau de parfum, eau de toilette and eau de cologne tell you the fragrance concentration of the individual fragrances. But what exactly does that mean? And what is a fragrance concentration? Find out the answers here.
What is a fragrance concentration?
Perfumes consist of three basic ingredients: Alcohol, distilled water and fragrance oils. Alcohol and distilled water make up the majority of the perfume. However, it is the oils that make up the actual fragrance of the perfume. And how high the proportion of fragrance oil is is called the fragrance concentration. If it is high, the fragrance appears intense and can be perceived for longer. You can easily recognise the different fragrance concentrations by their names. From the engaging Eau de Parfum Intense to a light Eau de Cologne.
What is an Eau de Parfum Intense?
Eau de Parfum Intense - the most precious thing the world of fragrances has to offer. Intense, captivating and with the highest concentration of fragrance oils, over 20 per cent. As they have a very strong fragrance, they are often available without atomisers and in small bottles. With such a long-lasting fragrance, just a few drops behind the ears or on the wrists are enough for you to enjoy it for hours.
What is an eau de parfum?
Eau de Parfum - just as expressive but less opulent. Classic, long-lasting and versatile, eau de parfum has the most common fragrance concentration. The fragrance oils make up 10 to 14 per cent of the fragrance. Although it is less strong than Eau de Parfum Intense, a small amount is sufficient for a clearly perceptible fragrance. A few drops on areas of skin with good circulation and the fragrance will stay with you for several hours.
The fact is: The abbreviation for Eau de Parfum is EdP.
Our tip: almost all Parfume Noire gothic perfumes are produced as eau de parfum. Their fragrance is highly concentrated. The fragrance sometimes lasts for several days on textiles.
What is an eau de toilette?
Eau de Toilette - an absolute all-rounder and uncomplicated. Eau de toilette is somewhat lighter than Eau de Parfum. This is due to the lower fragrance concentration of 6 to 10 per cent. The fragrance is a little weaker and does not last as long. Two to three sprays are enough for a flattering fragrance.
The fact is: The abbreviation for Eau de Toilette is EdT.
What is an eau de cologne?
Eau de Cologne - fresh, light and short-lived. Eau de Cologne has a fragrance concentration of 3 to 5 per cent, as the fragrance oil content is very low. It evaporates after just a few hours. Eau de Cologne is a fragrance that is close to the body. This is because it is only perceptible to others when they are very close to you. For example, when they hug or touch you.
The fact is: The abbreviation for eau de cologne is EdC.
Applying gothic perfume correctly - 6 tips for long wear
Gothic perfume comes in different strengths and intensities. With some, one spritz is enough to keep the scent going for hours, while others evaporate much more quickly. How long-lasting a fragrance is depends primarily on the fragrance ingredients and whether it is an eau de parfum or eau de toilette. Nevertheless, there are a few things to bear in mind. We give you helpful tips to make your favourite perfume last longer.
- Keep warm: warm areas of the body such as the crook of the arm, wrists, neck, throat or décolleté are perfect for applying gothic perfume. This is because these areas of the body intensify the fragrance. Our tip: apply perfume directly after showering or after a hot bath. This is because the residual heat opens the pores, which ensures that your perfume stays on longer.
- Stay cool: cool areas of the body, such as the back of the knees or earlobes, ensure a particularly long-lasting fragrance.
- Keep your distance: spray your gothic perfume onto your skin from a few centimetres away and allow it to air dry. This creates a particularly long-lasting fragrance experience. The distance creates a fine mist that spreads gently and evenly over your skin.
- More foundation: oil cream prolongs the fragrance's shelf life. Therefore, simply apply odourless cream to the desired areas and then spray on the gothic perfume.
- For storage: To ensure that the fragrance lasts a long time, it should be stored in a cool, dark place. Our tip: Parfume Noire gothic perfumes arrive in a dark bottle. Avoid direct sunlight and you won't have to worry about anything else.
- Leave to dry: do not rub the perfume after spraying it on. This will destroy the fragrance molecules. It is better to leave the gothic perfume to dry.
Order Noble Gothic perfume and Gothic fragrances conveniently online
As already described, fragrances create emotional connections and memories. So it's all the better when you've found the perfect gothic fragrance for yourself or one of your favourite demons. At the Abaddon Mystic Store, you can discover and shop a large selection of high-quality gothic fragrances from popular brands. These include classic fragrances with sweet notes of Patchouli, Bourbon Vanilla, Jasmine and Musk or floral-oriental fragrances with Incense, Opium, Sandalwood, Rose and Patchouli.
Each product is described in detail so that you can recognise the fragrance ingredients at first glance. In addition to perfume classics such as Gothic Dreams, Leichenwasser, Bizarre Leidenschaft or Totentanz, we also offer a large selection of gothic cosmetics. Because in our online shop you will also find your favourite make-up and care products or the matching body lotion for your new fragrance.
