Scent Notes
- Roasted Hazelnut
- Pear
- Rose
- Sandalwood
- White Musk
Behind the Creation
Alissa started from a contradiction: something sweet that never becomes dessert.
Roasted hazelnut and pear open it gently, more comforting than gourmand. Rose sits at the center, kept soft and powdery rather than sharp. Sandalwood and white musk hold it close to the skin, so it reads as intimacy rather than a statement.
We made Alissa quiet on purpose, the kind of scent someone notices only once they are already close to you.
Powdery and gentle, like a cashmere shawl on the skin.
Mixed in Canada | Artisan Made | Developed in Tunisia
Frequently Asked Questions
Maison Carthia is an Artisanale Haute-Parfumerie House that blends Montreal craftsmanship with the rich olfactory heritage of Carthage and the Mediterranean.
All Maison Carthia fragrances are proudly made in Canada and hand-finished in our atelier in Westmount, Montreal. Our Artisan perfumer is based in Tunisia and works with rare ingredients sourced from around the world, notably France, Switzerland, and Oman, to create our signature Mediterranean-inspired compositions.
Maison Carthia fragrances are formulated with a very high fragrance oil concentration, often in the 25–30% range, which is closer to Extrait / Parfum strength than a typical Eau de Parfum.
On most skin types, you can expect 6–12 hours of wear, with traces often lingering on clothing and hair even longer. Longevity can vary slightly based on your skin, environment, and how much you apply.
In perfumery, the "dosage" refers to the percentage of fragrance oils in the formula:
Body mists: usually around 1–5%
Eau de cologne: about 3–8%
Eau de toilette: about 5–10%
Eau de parfum: often 8–15%
Parfum / extrait: around 15–25%+
Many fragrances on the market use the lower end of these ranges while still being labeled as "Eau de parfum."
At Maison Carthia, we commit to generously dosed compositions using fine raw materials, which means:
Richer, more nuanced scent development
Longer wear time on skin and clothing
You can often use fewer sprays to achieve a beautiful, lasting trail
What sets us apart:
High fragrance concentration for exceptional longevity and sillage
Small-batch production to preserve quality and freshness
Story-driven scents inspired by Mediterranean landscapes, memories, and emotions
Artisanal approach from composition to bottling, ensuring each perfume feels intimate, refined, and unique
Yes!
We offer sample vials with each 50ml or 100ml bottle order so you can experience the fragrance on your skin before committing to a full bottle.
You can also explore our Discovery Set, which lets you test several scents at home and earn a $30 reward toward your next order of $100 or more (see below).
Your Discovery Set earns a $30 reward toward your next order of $100 or more, no coupon code needed.
Here's how it works:
Order the Discovery Set ($39) and explore all seven 3 mL scents at your own pace.
A $30 reward is linked to your email automatically, even if you checked out as a guest.
Sign in with that same email and $30 comes off automatically at checkout on any order of $100 or more.
Absolutely !
We want you to be completely in love with your perfume. If you're not fully satisfied, you can return or exchange your order within 10 days. Simply contact us with your order details, and we'll guide you through the process.
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