Six Scents Series Two 2 Damir Doma: Ende / Anfang
Built for creative professionals, design enthusiasts, and niche perfume lovers who prefer understated textures over loud room-filling colognes, this Yann Vasnier creation fits right into a minimalist aesthetic. The interplay between dry Virginia cedarwood, grassy vetiver root, and balsamic myrrh pairs naturally with soft knit sweaters, raw denim, and crisp autumn air. It suits calm focus at work, weekend coffee dates, and relaxed evenings where you want a scent that draws people in close without overwhelming the room. If you appreciate the tactile feel of natural materials and want a woody signature that balances dry timber with smooth beeswax, Ende / Anfang offers an intimate, highly wearable profile that stands apart from standard department store releases.
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Longevity sits comfortably at 7 to 9 hours on skin, easily extending past 12 hours on clothing fabrics like wool and cotton. Projection remains modest, casting out two to three feet during the first two hours before settling into an intimate, six-inch personal scent bubble that lingers pleasantly without suffocating coworkers.
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Ende / Anfang delivers a dry, aromatic wood profile illuminated by a cold flash of purple ginger and cracked coriander. The core develops around earthy vetiver and smoky birch tar, which rest upon a comforting foundation of golden beeswax, creamy sandalwood, and resinous myrrh. It smells like stepping into a sunlit woodshop filled with cedar shavings and warm incense.
Main Accords
6 MAPPEDThe dominant woody and warm spicy accords unfold with remarkable clarity. Dry cedar and grassy vetiver lead the way, sharpened by peppery ginger before transitioning into a warm balsamic amber base. As hours pass, the birch smoke softens, letting the natural honeyed sweetness of beeswax and earthy patchouli create a warm, lived-in skin scent.
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It looks easiest to wear in fall and winter. The vote picture leans most toward night. It makes the most sense for casual wear and work.
Pros & Cons
Quick take before you sampleWHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT
Crisp purple ginger opening offers an invigorating, refreshing start without synthetic citrus
Natural, dry vetiver and cedarwood blend provides a grounded, timeless woody profile
Restrained projection makes it exceptionally safe and polite for office wear
Subtle beeswax absolute softens the smoky birch tar, preventing any acrid bitterness
Performs reliably for 7 to 9 hours on skin and over 12 hours on clothing
Unisex composition appeals equally to fans of masculine woods and artisanal balsamic scents
Perfect transitional fragrance for cool autumn days and crisp spring mornings
Pairs effortlessly with casual daily outfits, wool knitwear, and minimalist tailoring
High quality natural ingredient feel created by master perfumer Yann Vasnier
Zero cloying sweetness, artificial ambroxan, or loud abrasive aroma chemicals
WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
Discontinued limited edition release of 2,000 bottles makes full bottles very difficult to source
Quiet projection after the two-hour mark may disappoint fans of room-filling colognes
Birch tar and resinous smoke may feel too dry or austere for lovers of sweet perfumes
Dry skin types may experience a very rapid evaporation of the zesty ginger top notes
Lacks the mass-appealing sweet freshness typical of mainstream designer crowd-pleasers
Lighter sillage trail means it will not push through cold outdoor winter winds effectively
High secondary market pricing can make blind buying or sampling quite expensive
Not suitable for hot and humid summer afternoons where resins can feel slightly stuffy
Lacks modern sweet vanilla or fruity accords that younger beginner shoppers often expect
Requires close proximity for others to notice the complex beeswax and myrrh base nuances
Fragranxe Review
EDITORIAL“Six Scents Series Two 2 Damir Doma Fragrance Review”
Spraying Six Scents Series Two 2 Damir Doma: Ende / Anfang brings an immediate blast of cold, zesty spice that wakes up the senses. Purple ginger takes center stage, combining with crushed coriander seed and green cardamom to produce a snappy, bitter freshness reminiscent of a chilled craft tonic. Rather than leaning on sweet citrus or soapy shower gels, the opening relies on botanical bite and dry effervescence. It feels clean, sharp, and airy, setting a thoughtful, minimalist mood before any heavier woods enter the picture.
Within twenty minutes, that brisk fizzy opening softens into a sturdy, architectural heart of dry timber. Virginia cedarwood provides a familiar pencil-shavings warmth, while grassy vetiver oil adds an earthy, rooted texture. Perfumer Yann Vasnier incorporates birch tar to lend a delicate thread of woodsmoke, evoking campfires burning on a chilly afternoon. This smoky facet never turns charred or harsh. Instead, it weaves gently around guaiacwood and sandalwood, creating a dry forest atmosphere that feels grounded and contemplative.
As the hours advance, the balsamic base notes emerge to give the dry woods a mellow, skin-like comfort. Natural beeswax absolute provides a golden, slightly sweet waxiness that binds the smoke to your skin. Drops of myrrh, benzoin, and warm labdanum introduce a faint resinous incense that feels cozy and quiet rather than churchy. Dark patchouli anchors the base with a dusty, damp-soil richness. The overall effect on skin is warm, woody, and gently spicy, sitting like a finely textured woolen scarf.
On performance, Ende / Anfang behaves with remarkable restraint and good manners. The smoky birch tar and cedarwood base delivers roughly eight hours of longevity on skin, while a couple of sprays on cotton or wool will easily carry the lingering vetiver through the next morning. Its projection stays polite, pushing out about an arm's length for the first two hours before pulling in close to form an intimate aura. This makes it exceptionally office-friendly for work environments, ideal for casual daytime weekend errands, and wonderful for crisp fall temperatures between 45 and 65 degrees.
This fragrance feels tailor-made for wearers who appreciate quiet niche perfumery, structural fashion, and organic materials. Fans of earthy vetiver perfume profiles and smoky resins will feel right at home here. It leans slightly masculine in its dry woodiness, yet the honeyed touch of beeswax and smooth tonka bean ensure it remains completely unisex for anyone drawn to forest scents. If you dislike sweet gourmands or aquatic locker-room sprays, this provides a sophisticated, grounded alternative that speaks in a calm, steady voice.
If you have dry skin, keep in mind that the brighter purple ginger and spice notes may evaporate faster, pulling you straight into the smoky cedar heart within fifteen minutes. While original bottles from the 2009 limited run of 2,000 are difficult to track down today, Ende / Anfang remains a standout study in transparent, artistic woods. It earns an enthusiastic recommendation for dedicated collectors, fans of Yann Vasnier, and anyone searching for a peaceful, evocative autumn signature.
FAQs
What does the opening of Six Scents Damir Doma: Ende / Anfang smell like?+
The fragrance opens with an invigorating burst of purple ginger, crushed cardamom, and coriander seed. It smells brisk and effervescent, like an iced botanical tonic garnished with bitter citrus zest. There is zero syrupy sweetness here, just a cool, peppery spice that feels clean, refreshing, and distinctly modern on initial spray.
How does the heart and dry-down transition develop on skin?+
After roughly thirty minutes, the cold spice yields to a rich woody core of dry Virginia cedarwood, earthy vetiver oil, and smoky birch tar. As it settles further, natural beeswax absolute, balsamic myrrh, and dark patchouli warm up the base, turning the smoky woods into a smooth, comforting skin scent.
How long does Six Scents Ende / Anfang last on skin versus clothes?+
On bare skin, you can expect between 7 and 9 hours of total wear time, with the base notes remaining perceptible as a quiet skin scent. When applied to fabrics such as wool scarves, cotton shirts, or jackets, the cedarwood and birch tar easily endure for more than 14 hours.
What kind of sillage and projection does this fragrance produce?+
Projection is moderate and polite. For the first two hours, it pushes outward roughly two to three feet, creating an intimate personal scent bubble. Past the third hour, it pulls closer to the chest, leaving a faint trail of smoky cedar and warm resins without invading personal space.
What is the best season and temperature range to wear this perfume?+
Ende / Anfang performs at its peak during autumn and early spring when temperatures range between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Crisp, cool air accentuates the peppery ginger opening while allowing the smoky cedar and balsamic resins to radiate warmth without turning cloying or suffocating.
Which occasions and settings are best suited for Ende / Anfang?+
Its restrained projection and clean woody character make it exceptional for professional office settings and creative studio work. It also excels during casual weekend outings, museum visits, coffee dates, and quiet evening dinners where an understated, high-taste fragrance feels far more appropriate than a loud club scent.
Does Six Scents Damir Doma lean masculine, feminine, or unisex?+
It is a truly unisex fragrance with a grounded, earthy appeal. While the dry cedarwood, birch tar smoke, and vetiver carry traditional masculine woody cues, the soft golden beeswax, creamy sandalwood, and warm myrrh balance the composition, making it equally gorgeous and comfortable on women who love forest aromas.
How does Ende / Anfang compare to Comme des Garcons 2 Man?+
Both fragrances share a dry woody architecture built around vetiver, cedar, and subtle smoke. However, Comme des Garcons 2 Man leans crisper and more synthetic with white smoke and aldehyde touches, whereas Ende / Anfang feels more organic, softened by natural beeswax absolute and warm balsamic myrrh.
What is the concentration of this fragrance and does it offer good value?+
Ende / Anfang was formulated as an Eau de Parfum using high concentrations of natural oils and absolutes. Because it was a 2009 limited run of 2,000 numbered bottles, secondary market prices are high, making it a collector-grade investment rather than an everyday budget purchase.
What fragrance notes pair best when layering with Ende / Anfang?+
To brighten the profile, layer it with an unsweetened citrus cologne featuring bergamot or bitter orange. If you want to enhance its cozier qualities for winter nights, pair it with a pure vanilla oil or a light amber base to amplify the natural beeswax and resinous labdanum.
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Dupes & Alternatives
COMMUNITY DUPESCOREIf you cannot locate this rare bottle, Comme des Garcons 2 Man offers a similar dry cedar, vetiver, and incense smoke combination, though it lacks the rounded beeswax note. Le Labo Vetiver 46 captures a comparable peppery balsamic woodiness, while Lalique Encre Noire provides an inkier, budget-friendly vetiver alternative for chilly weather.
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