THE STORY

Kurma

Kurma is the turtle form of Vishnu in Hindu mythology. The name leads to the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, when gods and demons worked together to obtain amrita, the nectar of immortality. They used Mount Mandara as a churning rod and the serpent Vasuki as a rope. Vishnu became a turtle to support the mountain on his shell. That picture of moving milk above a steady foundation begins a fragrance of creaminess, green leaves and fragrant wood.

Soy milk opens with a soft, milky texture. Kiwi adds juiciness and a lightly tart green edge, while shiso leaf, violet leaf and pandan leaf bring fresh foliage around it. The greenery gives the creaminess some air, allowing softness and freshness to be noticed together, like looking from the water towards plants along the shore.

Cedarwood becomes clearer in the heart. Seaweed adds a mineral saltiness, pistachio gives a smooth nuttiness, and fig brings fruit sweetness. Savoury, sweet and nutty details make this part of the fragrance especially tactile. They recall the treasures gradually appearing from the ocean in the myth, with wood connecting the different textures.

Oakmoss gives the base damp greenery, sandalwood brings mellow, creamy warmth, and tonka bean adds a soft sweetness. The milky character remains perceptible as the opening leaves become quieter. With time, wood and moss make the scent feel steadier, while milk and fruit keep it approachable. The old story becomes easier to picture through these familiar sensations: the firm support of wood, surrounded by the soft, moving character of the Ocean of Milk.