Description Ink is Akro's tattoo-parlor vice — cold, industrial, and unmistakably niche, built by perfumer Olivier Cresp around the smell of black tattoo ink and birch tar. Released in 2022, it's one of the more polarizing entries in Akro's "wearable vices" collection; fans of Bvlgari Black's industrial, rubbery aura tend to gravitate toward it for a similarly unconventional, skin-etched effect. Scent Character Woody — 67% Floral — 33% Translation: a smoky, woody composition — birch tar and vetiver dominate, with jasmine adding a dark floral undertone rather than sweetness. Fragrance Pyramid Top: Ink, Birch Tar Heart: Jasmine Base: Vetiver Performance Longevity: strong, roughly 7–9 hours on skin Sillage: moderate-to-strong Projection: 2–3 ft for the first hour, then settles close to skin Best Occasions & Season Fall and winter Evening and special-occasion wear Skip for: casual daytime or office settings — the smoky-tar opening is intentionally bold Concentration & Provenance Concentration: Eau de ParfumGender: UnisexPerfumer: Olivier CrespHouse: Akro, London (est. 2018)Launched: 2022 Try Before You Commit Not ready to commit to the full 3.4oz bottle? Ink is available as a 1mL sample ($3.99), 5mL sample ($14.99), or 10mL sample ($24.99) — all filled from the same authentic batch. Note: 1mL samples ship in a 2mL vial, filled halfway. 100% Authentic, From Authorized Distributors Every Akro bottle we sell is sourced through authorized channels and backed by Venba's track record: 200,000+ orders shipped, a 4.9-star Trustpilot rating, free US shipping on orders over $100, and hassle-free returns. FAQ Is Akro Ink for men or women?It's unisex. What does it smell like?Black tattoo ink and birch tar up top, settling into jasmine and vetiver — cold, smoky, and industrial rather than sweet. How long does it last?Roughly 7–9 hours with moderate-to-strong sillage. What's a good comparison?Fans of Bvlgari Black's rubbery, industrial character often find Ink scratches a similar itch, with its own smoky-vetiver twist.