Wolf Spirit

This is an ultra potent and even regal scent! Reminded me of Shalimar EDP, but in an extrait form with some pine added. Well named as "Wolf Spirit" as it evokes strength, self-possession, groundedness, and a touch of matriarchal ferocity. I think this works best as a special occasion fragrance when you need some extra oomph to conquer the world, knowing that you naturally have what it takes from within to get the job done.

My Wolf Spirit story started on Fragrantica. I went to the forum asking for a perfume that would smell like pinyon, as I adore the fragrant air of Northern New Mexico. A keen Fragrantican suggested Solstice Scents' Pinyon Truffle. I also ordered Wolf Spirit in my sample pack and here we are. I couldn't be happier. Wolf Spirit is a powerful scent that I find incredibly calming. I know palo santo is used for smudging. Now I understand why. Upon applying Wolf Spirit I am transported to winter in the Northwoods. The pine-like notes are dry and cold. I thought maybe I smelled sage. Yet Wolf Spirit has warmth like a glowing candle in a snowy forest night. The incense of a dwelling where one retreats for solitide and contemplation. Pinyon is listed on Solstice Scents but not Fragrantica. I am guessing it's the sweetness at the heart of the smoke and pine. So I actually wore Wolf Spirit on a snowy December Sunday. It's perfect for the cold or for a day where one wants to turn inward. It's peaceful and protective. I used the lid of my sample to apply Wolf Spirit twice early in the day. I still smell it as I write this review in bed. My boyfriend told me he could smell it when he was near me. Sillage isn't big, but it's strong, and longevity is impressive. I feel I need the oil version of this now, but I've had such good luck with my first sampler pack that I want to keep trying more. If you're even a little bit into natural blends, try this brand. They are masterful.

(This review is for the oil roller ball version) This starts out with a nice burst of evergreen resins, bark and what I think is the Palo Santo (never smelled Palo Santo before, but I’m guessing that’s the fresh, not-quite-smoky scent I’m getting in the opening) This first leg of the scent journey reminds me of being out in fresh mountain air. After several minutes I also get a subtle, spicy juniper berry joining the evergreen and wood notes, but this does settle down to a warm, slightly spicy incense-juniper aroma for the majority of its life on my skin. It is worn close to the skin but does last for some time; every time I think it’s just about faded away, I’ll get a pleasant whiff of it again. Over all it is well-blended and it can be difficult to pick out all of the notes at times, but the maker’s description of how it plays out is very accurate.

I really like this! Wolf Spirit combines open air freshness with warm smoky woods. Such a nice balance of the notes. Aromatic but soft. A little bit sweet. A little bit spicy. Very nice!

SS site description includes these notes: Desert Sage, Pinyon Pine & Resin, Conifers, Cedar, Vetiver, Palo Santo, Soft Incense, Frankincense, Fur & Juniper. Extrait/EDP. Oil based extrait. Not safe for pregnant/nursing. FOREST/CONIFER/MUSK/WOODY. General Catalog. I imagined this to be an herbaceous, woodsy, full bodied beauty. Unfortunately on me it is only vaguely piney and woody, with a flat fruity vetiver and a strangely sour frankincense overtaking the blend.