Ltd Res No. 23: Contrabando Extrait de Parfum

The orris absolutely anchors this extrait—it's creamy and rooty, with the ocotillo adding a green, spiky edge that keeps things interesting. I've worn it for three weeks straight and the sillage is still impressive on a single spray.

The orris is the standout here—it gives the whole composition a powdery, almost chalky texture that lasts for hours on my skin. The desert rain accord settles into something subtle and clean, and while 50 ml feels small, a little goes a long way with this extrait.

Bought this on a whim and the desert rain note is what got me—it’s dry and mineral, not at all sweet, and the ocotillo keeps it interesting for hours. 50 ml feels right for an extrait this dense, honestly.