The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Untamed arrived in 2024 as an eau de parfum created by perfumer Audrey Rolleston for Hidden Alchemy. Its official scent profile pairs fresh, sharp energy with a woody, musky and leathery base. No single note carries the whole idea. Bergamot, violet leaf and cardamom bring the first spark, while lotus, lemon verbena, fir, lily of the valley and tea rose add floral and green accents. The listed base includes sandalwood, vetiver, oud, amber, cashmere musk and leather, giving the composition a warm, woody, musky and leathery character. Together, the notes create a fragrance that feels fresh at first, layered through the middle and grounded by dry woods, soft musk and leather.
What makes Untamed interesting is the range of materials within its composition. Citrus, violet leaf and cardamom establish a fresh, sharp character. Lotus, verbena, fir and lily of the valley contribute floral, green and aromatic detail, while tea rose adds another floral layer. Sandalwood, vetiver, oud, amber and cashmere musk bring warmth and texture, with leather completing the leathery aspect of the profile. The result is a composition built around contrasting freshness, floral detail, dry woods, musk and leather, with each note adding its own distinct character to the scent.
The evolution
The fragrance begins with a bright, fresh and sharp profile. Bergamot, violet leaf and cardamom establish this opening character, while the broader composition also includes lotus, lemon verbena, balsam fir, lily of the valley and tea rose. These materials add floral, green and aromatic dimensions to the scent. Sandalwood, vetiver and oud contribute a woody structure, joined by amber and cashmere musk for warmth and softness. Leather adds a clear leathery accent to the profile. Across its listed notes, Untamed combines fresh and floral materials with woods, musk, amber and leather, creating a layered composition that moves between brightness, greenery, floral detail and a warm, dry base.
Cultural impact
Untamed is a fragrance shaped by the contrast between fresh notes, floral materials, woods, musk and leather. Bergamot, violet leaf and cardamom contribute brightness and sharpness, while lotus, lemon verbena, fir, lily of the valley and tea rose add floral, green and aromatic detail. Sandalwood, vetiver, oud, amber, cashmere musk and leather provide warmth and a dry, leathery foundation. Its composition offers a broad sensory vocabulary within Hidden Alchemy's catalogue of perfume oils and eaux de parfum.
The House
Hidden AlchemyHidden Alchemy is an Australian fragrance house founded by perfumer Audrey Rolleston. It creates eau de parfum and perfume oils, including Flores Amore, Ode to Africa, Rustic Oak, Untamed, La Boheme, and Unearthed. The brand began in Rolleston’s studio on the South Coast of New South Wales and presents its oils as hand-filled, small-batch products. Its catalogue moves between floral, woody, earthy, and place-inspired names, offering a varied exploration of scent through both eau de parfum and oil formats.
The Creator
Audrey RollestonAudrey Rolleston’s emerging style is defined by contrast. Sandalwood supplies a creamy, polished center, while notes such as bergamot and pineapple introduce light, lift and a contemporary edge.
