I haven't tried that De Profundis (& many more). Wish I could though!
Re CC: Not sure if it applies in your case, I found the vernal bitterness of galbanum and chrysanthemum in CC is more pronounced during colder months here. As it is quite hot & humid now, those elements somehow melt on my skin. Now it is also sweeter - image green and pink candy-like floral and balsamic smells (not sure if it makes sense!). Somehow the overall effect counterbalances those inherently bitter and green materials. Interestingly, I noticed a very clear rose note only recently in it! In my notes, which I hope to share as a detailed review (hopefully before 2023 🤦), I wrote this.
Re Chypre Narcisse: It begins like a tempestuous character - quite animalic - largely due to higher dose of narcissus and some other fancy stuffs. Though there is civet, it is not because of it. Instead, that's what make the florals in CN so beautiful later from heart to trail.
CN has so many twists and turns, it is quite fun taking notes on it. I have written about 2300-2400 words so far! To my nose, roughly speaking, CN formula = (Encens Chypre – fruits) + (L’Heure D’Or + more leather) + narcissus + more animalics + labdanum.
Chypre Narcisse trails as a gorgeous floral, animalic and honeyed leather composition. It is like the big sister of Encens Chypre and L'Heure D'Or!
