Nerotic

Someone below said it doesn’t smell like Black Afgano — and I always feel like people should add “on my skin...” to those kinds of statements. Our skin and how it reacts to scent can vary a lot from person to person. On my skin, after about 30 minutes, Nerotic totally smells like it belongs to the same family as Black Afgano. Maybe a distant cousin, a younger brother... or a lover. It’s not as bold or intense as Black Afgano — it’s more sensual, even sexy, and definitely easier to wear, which I really like. I also own Carner Barcelona’s Cuirs, which I’ve always seen as living in a similar vibe to Black Afgano, and out of the three, it’s definitely the most wearable. Nerotic leans smokier though. To me, there’s a clear shared DNA between all three — especially when you get to the drydown. But like I said, scent is such a personal experience. Either way, I love this scent profile. Can’t really judge Nerotic’s projection properly because it’s way too hot here right now — around 27°C — but as for longevity, I could still smell it close to the skin after 15 hours, which is impressive. It’s a really intriguing scent — strong in presence, but in a quiet, intimate way. It doesn’t scream, it whispers. It caresses your nose — seduces, even. I got the 30ml bottle and now I’m not sure if I regret not going for the full 100ml... time will tell. Anyway, I’m super happy with the purchase. It’s my third scent from Laboratorio Olfattivo after Sacreste and Tiglio Mirabilis, and I’m more than impressed with what this house is putting out.

Nerotic opens on the skin as a cloud of smoke infused red fruits coloured by the bitterness of grapefruit and the green sharpness of bergamot. As the smoke settles a combination of dry, earthy saffron and leather against the sweetness of amber, and the milkiness of sandalwood builds layers of complexity, and so perfectly rounds out the fragrance. Moving further into the dry down Nerotic grows sweeter on the skin while the smoke and red fruit’s remain prominent. In these later stages, the fragrance gives off the impression of shisha and that heady intoxicating aroma that flows from a hookah lounge. Nerotic’s combination of dry smoke, green herbal accords and fruit sweetness is exotic, unique and completely addictive 😉 I would say that Nerotic leans masculine and is better suited for the cooler months. As for occasions, this is a fragrance better reserved for evening wear from any casual through to formal setting. Nerotic’s performance is fantastic too! The fragrance easily lasts 10 hours on the skin with moderate filling sillage up until the last few hours when the fragrance drops closer to the skin. If you are a fan of fragrances in the style of Interlude Man, Black Saffron, Tuscan Leather or The Moon then Nerotic is for you! so I definitely recommend checking this out 👏🏻 IG: Nathan__Jamesj

A stunning smoky leathery scent! Reminds me Amouage scents. When I sniffed my hand I felt: I have it! But what is it among those that I have? It took me about 5 minutes pondering when I finally realised and tested side by side: it is similar to Bon Parfumeur's 303 piment, baie rose, benjoin. The latter is much sweeter though, also seems to be stronger and lasts longer than Nerotic. Both are excellent, of the same type, I like both. I see that the like-list has Meo Fusciuni's #1. I have tested that one too and I would say Meo Fusciuni's #1 (the old one) is a whole level higher than Nerotic, it has even better components, there's something "sparkling" in it that makes it very special to me. Similar to Nerotic? Possibly, I just can't remember that scent so well anymore, but Nerotic definitely doesn't have that extra sparkling crystal kind of quality, it's rather smoky type. Edit 19.06.26: the base notes seem to miss patchouli, I can smell it after an hour or so.

Opens up with a really juicy red fruit smell mixed with a bit of smokiness. I honestly don't detect much leather. During the dry down for me the amber accord (with smoky vanilla) is pretty noticeable. It is not harsh but it is a dark fragrance. To my nose this is not challenging at all and it honestly has a bit of a comforting side. I went in expecting something different and a bit more harsh but the reality is also quite a delight. I really like this one. If you are looking for a gentle smoky fragrance with some dry sweet touches this one might be for you.

It has a leathery note but also some metallic and sweet tang floating on top. Very pungent and not even in a pleasant way, but extremely addictive. smelling it on my clothes the next day makes me want to wear it again kind of addiction. I would definitely try it again during the winter when the climate makes its sillage weaker because on a summer day it is suffocating. Still I like it and I'd even go so far to say I'd be attracted to people who wear it.