Headspace Myrrhe (Julien Rasquinet) 2022+ Sands of Time Giveaway

 Headspace Myrrhe

Headspace Myrrhe bottle, courtesy of the brand

 We are learning today that the precious materials of the perfumer’s palette are not infinite. Responsible and forward-thinking brands are turning to technologies of preservation and regeneration. Part of that exciting landscape is headspace technology invented by the Swiss chemist Roman Kaiser in the 1970s. Headspace technology can trap the volatile molecules of rare plants without having to disturb them; therefore, perfumers and scientists are able to analyze and reconstitute their scents without destroying the living organisms. This technology allows perfumers to elucidate the odor compounds present in the air surrounding any living or inert object, opening up a world of artistic possibilities (including the countless plant species that cannot be captured by classical techniques.Nicolas Chabot founder and creative director of headspace, Aether and le Galion

Creative Director and owner Nicolas Chabot courtesy of the brand

Headspace is also the name of the brand created by Nicolas Chabot (Aether, Le Galion). Nicolas invited IFF perfumer Julien Rasquinet to work on two of the fragrances for his inaugural line, including Myrrhe. According to Nicolas, “While in Dubai, Julien spent a lot of time in the sands of the desert at night and on the weekend. Once, he brought a headspace portable device and captured this wet stone warmed by the sun close by an oasis”.

Perfumer Julien Rasquinet

Perfumer Julien Rasquinet courtesy of the brand

I met a traveller from an antique land,

Who said — “Two vast and trunkless legs of stone

Stand in the desert. . . Near them, on the sand,

Half sunk a shattered visage lies… -Percy Shelley “Ozymandias”

The image of the ‘mineral sun’ is a befitting symbol shared by Nicolas and Julien when describing this captivating fragrance. The contraposition between the materiality of cold stone and the warmth it is capable of holding from the sun reflects the very contradiction of kings: both human and divine, singular and many. Just as Shelley’s traveler finds an ancient aristocratic stone in the sands, Julien Rasquinet’s own poetic and artistic inspiration begins with a singular rock, wet with sea spray.

 stone in the sun

 Photo via pexels

Spicy bark of sun-bathed cinnamon meets desert myrrh in Headspace Myrrhe. The combination is mildly balsamic (specifically spicy-cinnamic in a vanillic direction), even sweetly and warmly anisic, reminding me of a fine cognac with a subtle woodiness akin to cork. There is a thin thread of lemon zest weaving in and out of my scent bubble, trading places with undertones of ink and polished leather. Raisins with black pepper and clove come to mind, especially the attribute of cloves that is predominantly warm with a tendency toward cooling. The intertwining of these two materials in such a complex manner allows us to sense the olibanum (a base note) working at the top of the fragrance, creating a lift and a greater transcendence. Olibanum, especially as it partners with myrrh, entwines the history of incense in all its terpenic, woody, spicy, and citrusy glory. Julien Rasquinet seems to layer the dimensions in this fragrance with the sparkling minerality and compressed millennia of rock strata. The sweet resinous quality of olibanum is dusted with lemony, ginger, and herbal angles. Cedarwood, patchouli and Ambroxan® wash around these precious materials like waves of the sea.

Notes: Myrrh, Ceylon Cinnamon, Indonesian Patchouli, Olibanum, Cedar, Ambroxan®

Bottle my own, opinions my own.

~ Rachel K. Ng, Senior Contributor

Headspace Myrrhe

Headspace Myrrhe Bottle, courtesy of the brand

 Thanks to Headspace we have a 100 ml bottle of Myrrhe for a registered ÇaFleureBon reader in The USA, UK or EU (if you are not sure if you are registered click here – you must register on our site or your entry will be invalid). To be eligible please leave a comment on this site with what strikes you about Rachel’s review  of Headspace Myrrhe and where you live. Draw Closes 7/28/2023

Please read more about Creative Director Nicholas Chabot who was Michelyn’s best creative director of 2016

Headspace Tubéreuse was a Finalist for the 2023 Fragrance Foundation France Awards: Best Perfume from an Independent Brand.

See Senior Editor and Paris Brand Ambassador Emmanuelle Varron’s 2022 Esxence Best of Show Report and Review of Headspace Tubéreuse.

Headspace Myrrhe is available on the brand’s website, in the USA at Luckyscent and Jovoy Paris.

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48 comments

  • olgAPOISON says:

    Yess cinnamon again! As a Chemicst, I appreciate dearly the first paragraph. That’s cool. Im from EU, would love this

  • castlemicro says:

    Hello from Florida, and thank you to Rachel for the review!

    I’m a fan of Julien Rasquinet’ work, and this scent sounds very calm and cooling — would love to give it a try!

  • Arron_Q says:

    As a huge fan of incense and resins, this one has certainly piqued my interest. I love the idea of the sun soaked stone, the juxtaposition of hot and cold. Such dualities in fragrance are so captivating. I would be eager to experience the “sparkling minerality” Rachel spoke of in her review. I love the idea of myrrh and olibanum combined with the zest of lemon and zing of ginger. Rachel mentioned undertones of ink and polished leather, both of which are quite enticing. I imagine they offer a layer of complexity beyond your typical myrrh/incense fragrance. I must say, Myrrhe sounds like a composition I would love to experience. Bets of luck to everyone. I live in NC, USA.

  • cynthmarie says:

    This is a beautiful review- I love the way Rachel describes all the notes supporting the myrrh and olibanum like desert rock strata and mineral stone sparkling in the sun. Myrrh is one of my most favorite notes and this perfume as been on my wish list to try. This description excites me even more! In TX.

  • Jeremi says:

    The fascinating and jaw dropping mix of sun-bathed cinnamon and desert myrrh striked me the most. It sounds so cozy and warm. I loved the perfect description of this inspiring and relaxing fragrance in the review. I live in Trzebnica, Poland, EU.

  • lavieest says:

    Not sure if I am 100% interested in this frag but don’t mind to win a bottle. I see patchouli and ceylon cinnamon and am very excited to try it out. From USA

  • moisesst says:

    I didn’t even know such a technology existed, but it doesn’t even surprise me that it does. This sounds really good. I love incense and used to burn it regularly. Cinnamon is also one of my favorite scents in general. I love boiling cinnamon and making a sort of tea with sugar. This fragrance seems simple, but myrrh and cinnamon have a lot of difference facts to them which makes this an exciting one. I’m also just a big fan of Julien Rasquinet’s work. I live in Illinois, USA.

  • chki says:

    Enjoyed Rachel’s very descriptive review of the scent. The notes of this fragrance look right up my alley. Warm balsamic scents are my favorite. California here. Thanks.

  • FC says:

    I have been aware of headspace technology for few years as traditional brands have employed it. Julien Rasquinet is a good choice as someone who has lived in the middle east so understands the myrrh material well. I am in US.

  • Regis Monkton says:

    I would love to try Headspace “Myrrhe”. According to its list of notes, this could be my favorite fragrance discovery of this year. I like when Rachel likens it to a fine cognac. Then, after Rachel mentions that it has another aspect: “Raisins with black pepper and clove come to mind”, I’m much more intrigued than already to try this fragrance. I like Rachel’s description of the olibanum, and I like it that it has a cedar base. I truly feel like I need to try this fragrance. I hope that I win. I live in the U.S.A.

  • Laurentiu says:

    Myrrhe ticks all the boxes I look for in a fragrance: it has an interesting story behind, the creator of the fragrance is one I know and very much enjoy, the notes are ones of my favorites. I feel confident that Headspace Myrrhe can be a signature scent just by reading your impressions, Rachel. Thanks!

  • Amaziz89 says:

    manner allows us to sense the olibanum (a base note) working at the top of the fragrance, creating a lift and a greater transcendence. Olibanum, especially as it partners with myrrh, entwines the history of incense in all its terpenic, woody, spicy, and citrusy glory. Julien Rasquinet seems to layer the dimensions in this fragrance with the sparkling minerality and compressed millennia of rock strata. The sweet resinous quality of olibanum is dusted with lemony, ginger, and herbal angles. Cedarwood, patchouli and Ambroxan® wash around these precious materials like waves of the sea.

    Notes: Myrrh, Ceylon Cinnamon, Indonesian Patchouli, Olibanum, Cedar, Ambroxan. This sounds like a magical concoction Myrrh, Patchouli, Cinnamon and Olibanum. Julien Rasquinet is an absolute master and I don’t think this will dissapoint them. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Amaziz89 says:

    and a greater transcendence. Olibanum, especially as it partners with myrrh, entwines the history of incense in all its terpenic, woody, spicy, and citrusy glory. Julien Rasquinet seems to layer the dimensions in this fragrance with the sparkling minerality and compressed millennia of rock strata. The sweet resinous quality of olibanum is dusted with lemony, ginger, and herbal angles. Cedarwood, patchouli and Ambroxan® wash around these precious materials like waves of the sea.

    Notes: Myrrh, Ceylon Cinnamon, Indonesian Patchouli, Olibanum, Cedar, Ambroxan. A beautifully crafted concoction with myrrh, olibanum, woods and spices. Julien Rasquinet is my favourite perfumer of all time. Thanks a lot from the United Kingdom

  • psebi101 says:

    Reading your description, this perfume sounds really nice: fine cognac with woody elements, polished leather and incense, sparkling minerals; all these are to my liking.
    Thanks, I’m in the EU.

  • kraemdon says:

    First of all I am very intrigued by this headspace technology. I work in the field of neuroscience and focus on olfactory pathways. I will now actually look into it a bit more.
    I have never smelled a perfume (at least that I know of) that was created using this technology. I was therefore very intrigued by the discription of the notes and now I wonder of the notes, so poetically described, will actually transfer this image of a wet stone glistening in the sun. I say this because I am drawn to the kind of metalic, mineral scents. If the poetic quality of the scent is even a fraction of that of your description…I would be very happy to add this to my collection.
    Kristof from the EU

  • iulizah says:

    The article makes me want to smell this so bad <3.
    The combination of cinnamon, cognac, woody notes, leather and incense souds wonderful, i mean, how much more can you ask for?
    I'm from Romania, EU!

  • LINDA says:

    The comparison of the “waves of the sea” is very suggestive.
    I don’t know this brand, the bottle is minimalist and “clean”, I really like it.
    The perfume described on the site “oriental and spicy” is already in my heart.
    Europe

  • ianbradleyandrews says:

    I am a big Julian fan and love all the notes listed. I’d love to win! I live in Indiana.

  • Patricia R. says:

    For me it is evocative of Moses parting waters in the desert. The poem about Ozymandias brought me to the thought. I havent been in the area, havent smelt it, but the sun, the stone, the sea and the Egyptian desert springs to mind, in its romantic glory.
    Greetings from the EU.

  • Steve A says:

    Cinnamon and myrrh together is something I’ve not come across in perfume. And to that the described lemony and ginger angles and I’d welcome this bottle as my own. US

  • Teresa C says:

    Seamist followed by Myrrhe, ink, raisons? I’m in! Sounds amazing and ive always been up for scent journey to exotic places. I live in the USA.

  • Salem says:

    This must be one of the absolute most unique perfumes I have ever read about! Stone, heat, moisture, then spices such as cinnamon, cloves and anise, freshened up by some citrus touch, then further deepened by olibanum. I am very intrigued and super curious to smell Myrrhe!
    I also appreciate having had the opportunity to re-read about the headspace technology, that I had first learned about here on Cafleurebon years ago.
    Greetings from the EU.

  • Joyceee says:

    Thanks, Rachel, for an amazing review! I like the first part where you briefly talked about the technology aspect of reconstituting scents. Mineral sun, cold, warm, cinnamon, myrrh, poetic. Headspace Myrrhe sounds a complex scent. I’d love to win this. Thanks for the opportunity. – CA, USA

  • Diana D says:

    I adore heavy incense fragrances that contain myrrh – they remind me of church at Christmas. I’m intrigued by that lemon zest note that you mention weaves in and out. Judging from the notes and review, it sounds like it leans masculine, which makes it sound all the more intoxicating. I’d love to win this to share with my boyfriend.
    I live in the US.

  • CF says:

    I’ve always been intrigued by Headspace technology – could it really be as good as it sounds? – and by Julien Rasquinet’s work on The Moon and Fidelis. And I love myrrh! So this sounds like something I have to try! I’m in the EU.

  • johnmadison says:

    Thank you for the review of Headspace Myrrhe, Rachel!
    I found your review to paint a beautiful illustration of what I imagine to be a stunning fragrance within that bottle.
    I adore the note of myrrh and would love to see how the cinnamon helps showcase what a gorgeous note that can be. How it reminded you of a fine cognac, delicious!
    John, Minnesota, USA!

  • Torax says:

    Rachel always delivers great reviews.
    I am so introgued by Headspace perfumes, they seem to be with so high quality and offer many interesting fragrances. Myrrhe totally caught my attention. I love the fact that it has a balsamic notes, the black pepper and the olibanum, which I totally adore. I hope I win this one. This one is surely a top notch fragrance.
    USA here.

  • INYA says:

    I’m always on the lookout for another incense inspired fragrance. I liked the description of raisins with black pepper and clove. Thanks for the opportunity to sniff. Mich USA

  • zibbyz says:

    oh, the sense of the desert and the warm rocks vs. the cool air at night, along with all the spices. I would really like this scent, thank you for the draw. From the US

  • rmsssss says:

    I find myself really drawn to perfumes inspired by the desert! Headspace Myrrh seems so complex with sweet, spicy, dry, and cooling notes. I’d love it try it! I’m in MN, USA.

  • Annika says:

    Headspace Myrrhe sounds like it would fit in with desert fragrances that focus on sand and dry woods scents, I like the imagery of the mineral sun which juxtaposes the cold stone with the warmth of the sun. The spices, woods and terpenoid notes simulate the minerality of rock which makes for a fascinating composition. I’m in the US.

  • C K says:

    I enjoyed learning a bit about headspace tech and how a portable one was used and where i found interesting. What strike me most is the combination of cinnamon and myrrh and the way it was described also blending with the olibanum. Thanks for the generous draw, from CT USA.

  • Erin S. says:

    Love Julien Rasquinet’s work! And would love the chance to try this new line. Myrrhe will definitely be going on my to-try list. Thanks for the drawing 🙂 I’m in the US.

  • Giorgia295 says:

    What stand out to me about the brand is the history behind it and the fact that is linked to the Headspace technology can trap the volatile molecules of rare plants without having to disturb them which change forever the industry of the Parfumery. Haven’t yet the opportunity to try any of the line but i’m super curious about it.
    Greetings from Italy

  • Ken White says:

    I really like incense and resins, and this one caught my attention. It mixes hot and cold scents, which I find interesting. The idea of “sparkling minerality” sounds cool, as it combines myrrh, olibanum, lemon, and ginger. It also has hints of ink and leather, which make it even more exciting. I can’t wait to try Myrrhe. Good luck to everyone! New Jersey, USA

  • Zoe K says:

    As a chemist, the use of headspace techniques in perfumery is fascinating so it’s interesting to read more about this. I was struck by the idea of a ‘mineral sun’ and my olfactory memories of hot stone. The combination of such mineral notes with incense, spices and warm balsamic notes sounds divine. I’m in the uk.

  • Nicolas89 says:

    thanks for the review. I find the perfume very interesting, I love myrrh and from the review I can get a good idea of the perfume. I love that image of a rock in a desert, being gently caressed and warmed by the morning sun. I am from the EU.

  • Shibuichi2000 says:

    Whoa, imagine capturing all scents, from everywhere, this must be thrilling. I thought headspace technology it’s new, but it seems it’s not. Hm. Always learning something here 🙂
    The comparison between the dimensions of Myrrhe and millenia of rock strata I think it best describes this fragrance.
    I live in EU.

  • mmerline says:

    Headspace technology is such an interesting font of artistic expression, especially when used in unexpected ways. Julien Rasquinet’s Myrrhe seems like one of those surprises, capturing “mineral sun,” and then shining it through cinnamon and myrrh. The spice accents also sound wonderful—I love super-dry incense, especially when combined with subtle balsamic textures. Excellent review.

    I’m in the USA. I’d love to try this! Thanks for the giveaway.

  • Half-Pint says:

    This sounds like a real treat. I like the idea of the mineral touches helping to elevate the composition, adding an unexpected twist to the traditional resinous amber profile. Rachel’s comment about the the ink note definitely caught my eye as I have found myself loving ink a lot more lately as I’ve been wearing Zoologist Squid, Fzotic Lampblack, and, of course, Akro Ink. Though I don’t expect it to be that forward in this fragrance, I imagine it will add a special touch to the myrrh and other resins, giving that plasticky cooling effect it is known for. Would love to try it. I live in Virginia, USA.

  • Tveta says:

    It’a the first time I hear about this brand, but I am always excited to test new things, more so in this case as I see that the one who created this fragrance is none other than Julien Rasquinet, a very talented nose from whom I know a few creations and I enjoy them all! Thank you for the giveaway!

  • roxhas1cat says:

    This sounds like a great fall fragrance with the raisins and the spices. I adore myrrh in fragrance. I want to know what the desert at night smells like in Dubai. Thanks for the chance. USA.

  • Michael Prince says:

    I loved Rachel’s review of Headspace Myrrhe. I love fragrances that showcase incense and myrrh, so I know this will be a special fragrance. Creative Director and owner Nicolas Chabot of Headspace has teamed up with one of my all time favorite perfumers Julien Rasquinet and have really made an incense and myrrh based fragrance with Vanilla and Cinnamon…I’m in love and must try this. I am from the USA.

  • mic says:

    I recently bought some myrrh resinoid and it smells awesome: balsamic yet sweet, with hints of liquorice and tree resin (as it is, indeed, a resin). I love these amber smells and paired with olibanum I think it could be perfect even in this summer. I’d really like to try it!
    Thanks for the review, I’m from Italy

  • RonaldJ says:

    Thanks for the article Rachel,

    Because of my Catholic upbringing I have a good familiarity with Myrrhe and the calming and soothing effect it brings.
    The contrapositions that you mention of wet and dry, cool and hot are very intriguing and would love to give this a good wearing this summer to experience Julien’s poetic and artistic inspiration for this fragrance.

    Greetings from the UK.

  • Caliwas says:

    Beautiful review by Rachel of Headspace Myrrhe what strikes my interest in this fragrance is the notes of spicy bark and desert Myrrhe that goes in the direction of a cognac.
    Thanks for the opportunity. Greetings from the USA.