Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab · 2009
A Year of the Wood Ox (2009)
Perfume OilUnisex
The Story
A Year of the Wood Ox is a limited edition perfume oil from Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab's Lunar New Year series. It blends earthy woods with sweet, resinous notes, creating a grounded yet uplifting scent. The fragrance opens with crisp apple and green leaves, then settles into a warm heart of sandalwood and amber. It's a unique, contemplative scent that captures the steady, determined spirit of the Ox.
Note Breakdown
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.
Encyclopedia Insights
Is this perfume oil still available?+
A Year of the Wood Ox was a limited edition released in 2009 and is no longer produced. It may occasionally appear in secondary markets or swaps.
How does the oil format affect performance?+
Perfume oils tend to have lower projection but longer longevity on skin. This one lasts around 8 hours with a soft, personal scent bubble.
What does 'Wood Ox' mean in the context of the fragrance?+
The Wood Ox is one of the 60-year cycle combinations in Chinese astrology. This fragrance was created to celebrate the Year of the Wood Ox, which occurs every 60 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this perfume oil still available?+
A Year of the Wood Ox was a limited edition released in 2009 and is no longer produced. It may occasionally appear in secondary markets or swaps.
How does the oil format affect performance?+
Perfume oils tend to have lower projection but longer longevity on skin. This one lasts around 8 hours with a soft, personal scent bubble.
What does 'Wood Ox' mean in the context of the fragrance?+
The Wood Ox is one of the 60-year cycle combinations in Chinese astrology. This fragrance was created to celebrate the Year of the Wood Ox, which occurs every 60 years.
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