Santal Austral
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Santal Basmati
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Which Should You Buy?
Santal Austral is a divisive beast: some find it a gorgeous, creamy sandalwood dream, others are repulsed by a screechy, synthetic mess. It's a powerhouse with nuclear longevity, but be warned, it's not a safe blind buy.
Santal Basmati is a divisive one. Fans adore its creamy, comforting sandalwood and nuanced rice, calling it a masterpiece. Critics, however, find it lacks punch, with fleeting rice notes and a price tag that's just taking the Michael. A definite 'try-before-you-buy' situation.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 22% | 13% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 3% |
| Sweet | 36% | 27% |
| Warm | 9% | 5% |
| Woody | 33% | 36% |
| Earthy | 12% | 20% |
| Animalic | 0% | 7% |
| Fresh | 1% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Santal Austral leans more towards evening and social events. While some reviewers wear it to the office, its intensity makes it better suited for dates or formal occasions where its powerful sillage can shine without overwhelming colleagues.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
This scent's intimate projection and calm, clean profile make it excellent for office, casual, and date wear without being intrusive. Its moderate longevity prevents it from being a go-to for all-day formal events, while its delicate nature isn't suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Iris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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