Coniferous bliss of a high altitutude forest. Quiet wisper of centruries old giants conversing in their woody rustle language.
For Hindus, Kailash is the home of the mountain god Shiva and a sign of his power symbol om. Legends say that Garuda was born on the top of the mountain to protect the men's race from disasters sent by the serpents' race of Nags.
(these fragrant materials reanacted the Wind from mount Kailash):
White sage e.o.
Elemi e.o.
Guayak wood e.o.
Lavender bulgarian e.o.
Lavender
Lavender abs
Acacia farnesiana e.o.
Boswellia carterii e.o.
Cedarwood, Himalayan e.o.
Cistus e.o.
Angelica root e.o.
Oregano Onites e.o.
Vetiver e.o.
Sweet myrrh e.o.
Important notice:
Anna Zworykina’s blends are olfactive smellscapes (but neither aromatherapy, nor ‘spray-and-go’ perfumes). Her blends are sensory experiences, closer to works of art created in the scented plane (rather than, say, visual or audio).
Certain essential oils and absolutes that are used in her 100% natural perfumes may potentially cause allergies in some people. Please spray Anna Zworykina’s blends on fabric (on sleeves, scarves, etc.). This said, Anna Zworykina has acquired a huge fan base over many years and people interacted with her blends for quite a while now. We are not aware of any reports of any skin reactions so far.
However, Anna advises that those who are prone to allergic reactions, pregnant and nursing women, as well as people with chronic illnesses to be extra careful. Before trying natural blends, study the list of ingredients and consult with a doctor if you are not sure or a had a history of allergies. If you do decide to put these blends on your skin (unable to resist the temptation) always test the blend on the inside part of your elbow first and wait.
Do not spray these blends liberally as a cloud in the way you would spray a conventional perfume. Anna’s smellscapes need to be… carefully applied and experienced. Be mindful that some oils can also make your skin hyper-sensitive to UV.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a quiet, inward mood rather than a loud entrance: the kind of scent that feels most convincing in close quarters, with a wool coat, a scarf and cold air moving around you. It projects a dry herbal-cedar aura that reads contemplative, spare and slightly smoky.
How to wear
Best in cool weather, where its herbal top notes and resinous woods can stay crisp instead of flattening. Apply lightly, ideally to fabric or a scarf as the house recommends, since the composition is natural and can be more intimate than diffusive. On cloth it lingers as a dry, incense-tinged trail; on warm skin it will feel closer and more textured.
Who it’s for
For wearers who like natural perfumery, green woods, aromatic herbs and incense with a restrained, meditative character. It will appeal to those who prefer atmospheric, contemplative scents over sweetness, smoothness or obvious polish.
Release year
2008
The nose
Anna Zworykina is a Russian artisan perfumer with a scientific background in biochemistry, and her work is closely tied to the idea of fragrance as olfactive art. She is known for natural compositions that feel structured, atmospheric and emotionally specific rather than conventionally polished. Her style often leans into landscapes, shadowy woods, incense, herbs and textured resins, with an emphasis on mood and materiality. Wind From Mount Kailash fits that approach well: it reads like a cold, high-altitude tableau built from cedar, sage, absinthe and incense, with the austere clarity that characterizes much of her work.
Anna Zworykina’s story
Anna Zworykina Perfumes is an artisan house devoted to hand-crafted compositions made exclusively from pure and natural essences. The brand treats perfume as scent-based art rather than a conventional accessory, with a focus on atmospheric, emotionally charged compositions and landscape-like themes.
Wind from mount Kailash’s concept
Wind From Mount Kailash was launched in 2008 and draws on the spiritual and natural imagery of Mount Kailash, a sacred Himalayan peak associated with Shiva. The fragrance translates that setting into a cold, windy, incense-laced landscape, with the idea of high-altitude forests, sacred smoke and ancient stillness running through the composition.
Extra info
The fragrance is part of Anna Zworykina’s landscape-inspired collection and is built as a natural smellscape rather than a conventional perfume. Its name references Mount Kailash, a sacred peak in Tibetan and Hindu tradition, and the composition is often described in terms of cold wind, resins and sacred incense.
Coniferous bliss of a high altitutude forest. Quiet wisper of centruries old giants conversing in their woody rustle language.
For Hindus, Kailash is the home of the mountain god Shiva and a sign of his power symbol om. Legends say that Garuda was born on the top of the mountain to protect the men's race from disasters sent by the serpents' race of Nags.
(these fragrant materials reanacted the Wind from mount Kailash):
White sage e.o.
Elemi e.o.
Guayak wood e.o.
Lavender bulgarian e.o.
Lavender
Lavender abs
Acacia farnesiana e.o.
Boswellia carterii e.o.
Cedarwood, Himalayan e.o.
Cistus e.o.
Angelica root e.o.
Oregano Onites e.o.
Vetiver e.o.
Sweet myrrh e.o.
Important notice:
Anna Zworykina’s blends are olfactive smellscapes (but neither aromatherapy, nor ‘spray-and-go’ perfumes). Her blends are sensory experiences, closer to works of art created in the scented plane (rather than, say, visual or audio).
Certain essential oils and absolutes that are used in her 100% natural perfumes may potentially cause allergies in some people. Please spray Anna Zworykina’s blends on fabric (on sleeves, scarves, etc.). This said, Anna Zworykina has acquired a huge fan base over many years and people interacted with her blends for quite a while now. We are not aware of any reports of any skin reactions so far.
However, Anna advises that those who are prone to allergic reactions, pregnant and nursing women, as well as people with chronic illnesses to be extra careful. Before trying natural blends, study the list of ingredients and consult with a doctor if you are not sure or a had a history of allergies. If you do decide to put these blends on your skin (unable to resist the temptation) always test the blend on the inside part of your elbow first and wait.
Do not spray these blends liberally as a cloud in the way you would spray a conventional perfume. Anna’s smellscapes need to be… carefully applied and experienced. Be mindful that some oils can also make your skin hyper-sensitive to UV.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This suits a quiet, inward mood rather than a loud entrance: the kind of scent that feels most convincing in close quarters, with a wool coat, a scarf and cold air moving around you. It projects a dry herbal-cedar aura that reads contemplative, spare and slightly smoky.
How to wear
Best in cool weather, where its herbal top notes and resinous woods can stay crisp instead of flattening. Apply lightly, ideally to fabric or a scarf as the house recommends, since the composition is natural and can be more intimate than diffusive. On cloth it lingers as a dry, incense-tinged trail; on warm skin it will feel closer and more textured.
Who it’s for
For wearers who like natural perfumery, green woods, aromatic herbs and incense with a restrained, meditative character. It will appeal to those who prefer atmospheric, contemplative scents over sweetness, smoothness or obvious polish.
Release year
2008
The nose
Anna Zworykina is a Russian artisan perfumer with a scientific background in biochemistry, and her work is closely tied to the idea of fragrance as olfactive art. She is known for natural compositions that feel structured, atmospheric and emotionally specific rather than conventionally polished. Her style often leans into landscapes, shadowy woods, incense, herbs and textured resins, with an emphasis on mood and materiality. Wind From Mount Kailash fits that approach well: it reads like a cold, high-altitude tableau built from cedar, sage, absinthe and incense, with the austere clarity that characterizes much of her work.
Anna Zworykina’s story
Anna Zworykina Perfumes is an artisan house devoted to hand-crafted compositions made exclusively from pure and natural essences. The brand treats perfume as scent-based art rather than a conventional accessory, with a focus on atmospheric, emotionally charged compositions and landscape-like themes.
Wind from mount Kailash’s concept
Wind From Mount Kailash was launched in 2008 and draws on the spiritual and natural imagery of Mount Kailash, a sacred Himalayan peak associated with Shiva. The fragrance translates that setting into a cold, windy, incense-laced landscape, with the idea of high-altitude forests, sacred smoke and ancient stillness running through the composition.
Extra info
The fragrance is part of Anna Zworykina’s landscape-inspired collection and is built as a natural smellscape rather than a conventional perfume. Its name references Mount Kailash, a sacred peak in Tibetan and Hindu tradition, and the composition is often described in terms of cold wind, resins and sacred incense.