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No.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum bottle No.04 Bois de Balincourt EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2014 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Amber Santal Eau de Parfum bottle Amber Santal EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - No.04 Bois de Balincourt EDP
This woody wonder is utterly divisive, evoking either luxurious creaminess or a straight-up pickle jar. If your skin plays nice, you're in for a clean, calming sandalwood dream; otherwise, be prepared for a briny nightmare.
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Our Verdict - Amber Santal EDP
Ajmal's Amber Santal is a divisive one. Many find it a sophisticated, dry woody amber that evokes ancient mystique, while others lament its subtle nature, a lack of prominent amber, and a peppery opening that sticks around too long. Definitely one to sample before committing.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
No.04 Bois de Balincourt EDP
Amber Santal EDP

Notes

Only in No.04 Bois de Balincourt
Sandalwood 54% Cedar 46%
Only in No.04 Bois de Balincourt
Vetiver 39% Nutmeg 33% Cinnamon 28%
Only in Amber Santal
Sandalwood 58% Incense 42%
Only in No.04 Bois de Balincourt
Amberwood 100%

Accords

No.04 Bois de Balincourt Amber Santal
100%
Woody
100%
44%
Fresh Spicy
69%
Amber
66%
49%
Warm Spicy
62%
52%
Powdery
50%
50%
Aromatic
50%
Balsamic
49%
Smoky
45%
Patchouli
45%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
44%
69%
66%
Warm Spicy shared
49%
62%
Powdery shared
52%
50%
Aromatic shared
50%
50%
49%
45%
45%

Performance

No.04 Bois de Balincourt Amber Santal
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

No.04 Bois de Balincourt

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and soft, woody character make it suitable for casual wear or dates where closeness is key. The potential for a 'dill' note and less-than-stellar longevity keep it from being a formal or sporty choice, and its subtlety might get lost in an office environment.

Amber Santal

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate projection and generally refined, woody character make it suitable for formal settings and dates, without being too distracting for the office. However, some find it too fleeting for a strong impact, making it less ideal for casual wear where projection isn't a concern.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, powdery, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

No.04 Bois de Balincourt EDP
Amber Santal EDP
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