Santal Wood Eau de Parfum bottle Santal Wood
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2014 Year 2016
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White Sandalwood Eau de Parfum bottle White Sandalwood

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Santal Wood
Ajmal Santal Wood is a divisive one. You'll either love its opulent, rich Middle Eastern take on sandalwood and oud, or you'll be put off by the challenging cumin and prominent florals, calling it 'grandma juice'. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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Our Verdict - White Sandalwood
This one's a divisive beast. Many find it an offensive, synthetic mess of screechy rose and camphor, while others praise its sophisticated, creamy sandalwood. If you love it, you'll really love it, but approach with extreme caution.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3% 1%
Floral 18% 20%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 9% 13%
Sweet 15% 18%
Warm 24% 30%
Woody 34% 22%
Earthy 6% 10%
Animalic 5% 8%
Fresh 7% 8%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Santal Wood EdP
White Sandalwood EdP

Notes

Only in Santal Wood
Sandalwood 100%

Accords

Santal Wood White Sandalwood
100%
Woody
94%
81%
Warm Spicy
100%
60%
Rose
91%
77%
Fresh Spicy
76%
61%
Aromatic
76%
67%
Oud
55%
Powdery
66%
54%
Balsamic
Amber
52%
Metallic
50%
46%
Floral
48%
47%
Patchouli
Leather
46%
Woody shared
100%
94%
Warm Spicy shared
81%
100%
Rose shared
60%
91%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
76%
Aromatic shared
61%
76%
Oud
67%
Powdery shared
55%
66%
54%
52%
50%
Floral shared
46%
48%
47%
46%

Performance

Santal Wood White Sandalwood
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Santal Wood

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature make it too much for the office. This is a scent for intimate evening wear and formal events, or for making a memorable statement, not for casual jogs.

White Sandalwood

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and often polarising scent profile, this isn't a safe bet for the office or casual wear where you might bother others. Its bold character and potential for elegance make it better suited for formal events or date nights, provided it works with your skin chemistry.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
83%
Accord
81%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Rose notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Santal Wood
White Sandalwood
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