Energetically New York
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Santal Wood
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A chic, cardamom-driven woody with a soft spicy warmth and a breezy sense of urban energy. Not a powerhouse, but stylishly versatile and quietly magnetic for everyday wear.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 3% |
| Floral | 28% | 18% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 23% | 15% |
| Warm | 26% | 24% |
| Woody | 28% | 34% |
| Earthy | 0% | 6% |
| Animalic | 5% | 5% |
| Fresh | 8% | 7% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The cardamom and sandalwood give warmth and coziness that excels in fall and spring, while the clean, fresh undercurrent makes it wearable in summer. Winter wear is possible but less ideal due to moderate projection and absence of true heaviness.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and subtle aromatic quality make it excellent for office and casual settings. The gentle woods and spice offer versatility for dates but may lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Jasmine, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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