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 apply the value toward a full-size bottle (see below).

Our Discovery Set is redeemable toward a full-size bottle.

Here's how it works:

1. You order the Discovery Set and explore each fragrance at your own pace.

2. You'll receive a unique code by email.

3. When you fall in love with a scent, use that code at checkout to redeem the value of your Discovery Set toward a full-size bottle of your choice.

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 14 days. Simply contact us with your order details, and we'll guide you through the process.