The Great Work Alchemists believed that nothing could be transformed until it first surrendered its former shape. What appeared to be the making of gold was, in truth, the making of the soul. These three fragrances follow that ancient path: dissolution, transformation, and rebirth. They are not meant to be understood all at once, but discovered one stage at a time. Great transformation begins in darkness. Nigredo, the Black Work, is the stage in which all things return to their essence. Whether by flame or by time, what can no longer endure is stripped away until only truth remains. To the alchemists, this was never an act of destruction, but of preparation. Putrescence and decay become fertile, ashes become soil. Fire and decay speak the same language: both return us to what cannot be destroyed. Notes - blackened earth, charred embers, rotting botanicals, smoked herbs *Available in 2ml(EDP spray), 5ml(EDP spray), 30ml(EDP spray) bottles as well as 3ml(oil roll on). Oil is blended with jojoba oil. **Image in the listing is of the 30ml full sized bottle. HexMundi strives to create scents that are evocative of their namesakes and inspiration. Using the finest ingredients and working in small batches to ensure a quality product. *Nigredo is an exclusive HexMundi formulation*