Reviews

1. 

   Perfecti – February 15, 2025

   Another reviewer mentioned this scent is cinnamon forward and then turns to frankincense, and I had the exact opposite reaction.
   Faustus throughout its lifespan is very violet dominant, which gives it an elegant and somewhat antiquated character. For me, on application, the frankincense is the primary partner, giving it a more structured and formal quality. Slowly the violet sells its frankincense soul and is left with the cinnamon as its sole companion, becoming a more domineering composition but also more relaxed, like the quiet power of a wealthy older man sipping brandy in his study with a velvet smoking jacket (sans smoke smell). It fills your nostrils with a heady warmth.

   I’d recommend this if you really like violet, because whether you smell frankincense first or cinnamon first you’ll always be getting a lot of violet. The throw and longevity is quite strong on me and violet is so distinct that I personally don’t find a ton of opportunity to wear it. It isn’t particularly complex which isn’t necessarily a bad thing; in my opinion this perfume isn’t going to compel people to pick up a specific accord and come closer to try and understand more, but it will make a statement and make sure they notice you, which is a different type of valuable.

2. 

   Kara Kozma – November 21, 2023

   Luxurious and delicately masculine

3. 

   artimisia – October 18, 2017

   This is a nice blend. It is very cinnamon forward upon application, with the frankincense coming in second, while the violet lurks in the background, softening the scent slightly. The three mix well together. About halfway through the scent’s life (and this one lasts all day) it changes slightly. The frankincense comes more to the fore, mixing evenly with the cinnamon and the violet fades away. The result is a buttery spice. I think it works thematically very well with the idea of Faustus. It has a sort of black magic and decadence sort of feel.

   Unfortunately, I get an allergic reaction sometimes with frankincense, and, since this perfume was a particularly spicy blend, my sinuses were not happy with me. I don’t think I can wear it, which is a shame
   because I like this one. Most people probably wouldn’t have this problem, but I took a star off anyway because it is very strong and spicy and delicately nosed people might not be into it.

4. 

   carlos – November 20, 2014

   A difficult fragrance to pigeonhole, but alluring, nonetheless. The first notes out of the bottle are like pure cinnamon bark. On the skin, the cinnamon is more evocative of cinnamon rolls with a hint of vanilla. The cinnamon melts into the skin and the frankincense takes over, the scent of burnt resins in a incense burner. The final note of violet is very subtle and violet does not come to mind immediately, it is more like a green, grassy, powdery finish…Very nice!