Poltergeist

Poltergeist by Heretic Parfums is a highly intense, smoky fragrance that opens with a bold combination of birch tar, wormwood, and green herbs, creating a visceral impression of grilled meat, campfire smoke, and charred wood. While some notes like geranium, neroli, and pine are reportedly listed in the composition, they are almost entirely obscured by the overwhelming smokiness, especially in the initial hour. Over time, the fragrance settles into a cooler, incense-laden profile with amber and myrrh emerging, giving it a more complex and nuanced character. Despite the dry, almost medicinal quality of the smoldering base, it's not unpleasant to all noses—it has a distinct, almost avant-garde allure that some find deeply compelling.