Copal Azur Parfum by Aedes de Venustas | Fragrance Fragrance
What does Copal Azur smell like?
Copal Azur is a departure from the typical "church" incense fragrance, trading dusty stone cathedrals for the open air of a coastal temple. At its core is a triptych of frankincense and sacred copal r...
The community is largely split on the ozonic and salty top notes; while many find them innovative and refreshing, some enthusiasts find the aquatic elements smell overly synthetic or reminiscent of industrial environments.
Performance is widely considered a strong point for an incense-focused scent, with most users reporting it lasts throughout the day even if the scent trail becomes more intimate after the first few hours.
It is frequently cited as a top-tier choice for those who want an incense fragrance that works outside of deep winter, as the "salty sea air" character makes it wearable during spring and even cooler summer evenings.
Comparisons are often made to traditional incense heavyweights like Heeley Cardinal or Jovoy La Liturgie des Heures, but enthusiasts note that Copal Azur is distinct because it lacks the "old church wood" or "cold stone" feeling of its peers.
While the copal resin is the namesake, some users note that the frankincense and myrrh actually dominate the composition, making it more of a modern frankincense study than a pure copal solinote.
