Find Me In The Dark
Launched in 2021 by perfumer Jimmy Bodin, Find Me In The Dark is an intriguing unisex fragrance from Jousset Parfums. It pairs the bright sweetness of grapes and blackberry with a heavy base of patchouli, soil tincture, and balsam fir. This scent is built for cool weather, offering an earthy, damp forest experience.
Similar Suggestions
BETAFragrances with the nearest note and performance profile.
For more in-depth suggestions.
Performance Metrics
63 VOTESOpen Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE
It delivers strong performance with eight to ten hours of longevity on skin and robust projection that easily reaches an arm's length during the first few hours of wear.
Notes Pyramid
Search these notesChoose where each note belongs.
A unisex woody-earthy fragrance that starts with sweet blackberry and grapes, moves to a smoky heart of cypriol oil and amyris, and finishes on a damp base of soil tincture, patchouli, balsam fir, and oakmoss.
Main Accords
8 MAPPEDThe earthy and woody accords behave like a wet forest walk on skin, where the initial sweet fruitiness slowly sinks into a damp, realistic soil and patchouli dry-down.
Community Data
422 TOTAL VOTESCOMMUNITY SENTIMENT
OWNERSHIP STATS
GENDER APPEAL
REVIEW SENTIMENT
When to Wear
TAP TO VOTETIME OF DAY · TAP TO VOTE
OCCASIONS · TAP TO VOTE
It looks easiest to wear in fall and winter. The vote picture leans most toward night.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Unusual blend of sweet berries and realistic damp earth.
Excellent longevity that survives a full workday on skin.
Stands out from typical designer woody fragrances.
Perfect fit for cool, damp autumn weather.
Smoky cypriol oil adds great depth to the heart.
Balsam fir provides a nice piney freshness in the dry-down.
Juicy opening of blackberry and grape notes.
Rich patchouli and oakmoss base that grounds the composition.
Complex heart containing green angelica and smooth amyris.
Exceptional projection and lasting power that easily carries through the night.
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
The soil tincture note can smell too muddy or damp for some.
Very sweet grape opening might turn off dry wood lovers.
Strong projection makes it difficult to wear in tight office spaces.
May feel too polarizing for a blind purchase.
Cypriol oil can turn slightly sharp on warm skin.
Fails to work well in hot, humid summer conditions.
The syrupy fruit opening may not appeal to lovers of dry woods.
Very heavy damp earthiness from the soil tincture and oakmoss.
Herbaceous cypriol and angelica notes can feel medicinal to some noses.
Strong projection is hard to tone down for casual wear.
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Jousset Parfums Find Me In The Dark: Earth and Forest Fruit”
Find Me In The Dark opens with an unexpected pairing of juicy grapes and sweet blackberry. This fruitiness is thick and syrupy, avoiding the clean, synthetic freshness common in department store launches. Instead, the opening feels dark and dense, immediate in its projection and dripping with dark purple juice.
Within twenty minutes, the heart notes emerge to ground the sweetness. The smoky, woodsy qualities of cypriol oil, also known as nagarmotha, cut through the fruit. Alongside amyris, the heart develops a dry, slightly resinous texture that contrasts sharply with the wet top notes, creating an interesting tension on the skin.
The base is where the fragrance settles into its true character. The soil tincture dominates, giving off a distinct aroma of damp, freshly turned earth after a heavy rainfall. Patchouli and oakmoss support this dampness, while balsam fir adds a green, balsamic forest trail that keeps the earthy notes from feeling too muddy.
Performance is excellent, easily lasting over nine hours on skin. It projects heavily during the first three hours, so you will want to go easy on the sprayer if you are wearing it indoors. It handles the cold air of late autumn beautifully, where the damp woods and sweet berry notes cut through the frost.
This is not a fragrance for people who prefer clean, soapy, or simple fresh scents. It suits someone who appreciates the art of contrast in perfumery, blending the sweet, playful nature of fruit with the dark, moody realism of the forest floor. It demands a wearer who is comfortable smelling a little unconventional.
If you love earthy fragrances but want something with a sweet twist, this Jousset creation is highly rewarding. The soil tincture is realistic enough to challenge beginners, making it a polarizing but fascinating release. It is best enjoyed during casual evenings or cool, rainy days.
FAQs
What does Find Me In The Dark smell like?+
This fragrance starts with a sweet blast of blackberry and grapes, which is quickly balanced by earthy cypriol and a damp soil tincture. It smells like a dark, wet forest floor littered with ripe, crushed wild berries.
Does Find Me In The Dark change much from the opening to the dry-down?+
The opening is intensely fruity with blackberry and grapes taking center stage on your skin. As it settles over the next hour, the sweetness recedes to reveal a smoky heart of cypriol oil, eventually drying down into a damp patchouli and oakmoss base.
How long does Find Me In The Dark last on skin?+
You can expect this fragrance to last between eight and ten hours on skin. The heavy base of patchouli, soil tincture, and balsam fir ensures that the woody, earthy dry-down lingers long after the initial berry sweetness has faded.
What is the sillage and projection of this fragrance?+
This scent projects strongly for the first three hours, extending about an arm's length. It eventually settles into a persistent personal bubble that remains noticeable to those standing close to you throughout the workday.
Which season is best suited for wearing Find Me In The Dark?+
The damp, earthy accords and warm amyris make this scent ideal for fall and winter. The cool, crisp air of autumn brings out the contrast between the sweet blackberry and the dark balsam fir.
For what occasions should I wear Find Me In The Dark?+
This fragrance suits casual evening wear, outdoor gatherings, or cozy nights in. Its damp soil note makes it a bit too unusual for formal offices, but it is great for gallery openings or weekend walks.
Does Find Me In The Dark lean masculine or feminine?+
The scent is truly unisex, balancing sweet fruitiness with rugged woods. The berry top notes appeal to those who like sweeter scents, while the earthy cypriol oil and oakmoss appeal to lovers of traditional masculine woodiness.
Who is the ideal audience for this Jousset fragrance?+
It is perfect for fragrance enthusiasts who want to step away from clean designer scents. If you enjoy earthy, damp patchouli but still want a touch of sweetness, this will fit your collection well.
Can I layer Find Me In The Dark with other perfumes?+
You can layer this with a simple vanilla single-note fragrance to soften the damp earthiness. Avoid layering it with other complex woody scents, as the cypriol oil and balsam fir are already very busy on skin.
Are there any direct dupes for Find Me In The Dark?+
While there are no direct clones, it shares a similar damp, fruity-earthy vibe with Lalique Encre Noire or Olympic Orchids Blackbird. The Jousset version is sweeter and more fruit-forward due to the prominent grape note.
Rankings
Full rankingsWear Diary
0 COMMUNITY WEAR LOGSKeep sprays, longevity, weather, and compliments in one practical log.
Sign in to keep private wear notes.
Compliment Signal
FROM WEAR LOGSReviews
No owner review yet. You can be the first.
Dupes & Alternatives
COMMUNITY DUPESCOREConsider Olympic Orchids Blackbird for a drier, pine-heavy berry scent, or Zoologist Bat if you want an even stronger focus on damp cave soil and fruit.
No User submitted dupes yet. The first useful DupeScore can come from your community.
Live questions about Find Me In The Dark
Ask one quick question and let the community weigh in while it is live.
No live pulse yet.
Trusted Sellers
Community-submitted stores that regular buyers trust, by country.
No trusted sellers added for this fragrance yet.
Where to Sample
Discovery sets, official samples, and trusted decants.
No sample or decant options shared for this fragrance yet.