Under My Skin
Francesca Bianchi is an Italian niche perfumer known for her sensual, skin-focused compositions that blur gender boundaries. Her work emphasizes intimate, close-to-skin fragrances rather than performance or projection, which makes her a distinctive voice in contemporary perfumery.
Under My Skin opens with black pepper and grapefruit over lavender spice, creating an initially bright and peppery top that quickly softens. The heart develops into a creamy floral accord built on orris root, carnation, and Bulgarian rose, which serves as a gentle transition into the fragrance's real focus, the base. Here, a rich amber-woody foundation emerges from castoreum leather, Peru and Tolu balsams, ambergris, and sandalwood, creating a warm, animalic, and subtly sweet skin scent that evolves over time. The overall character is tender yet sensual, blending powdery florals with leather and balsamic depth.
This is a fragrance for those seeking something intimate and personal rather than a statement scent. It works well for both men and women and performs best as a close-wear fragrance, ideal for evening or cooler months when its warmth and complexity can fully develop. The extrait concentration ensures longevity and projection suited to skin application. If you're drawn to The Seducer, The Dark Poet, or The Reverie, this belongs in your collection.
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