Santal 33
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Santal's Kiss
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A cult favorite for good reason - Santal 33 is the blueprint for modern woody minimalism, radiating quiet confidence with creamy sandalwood and papyrus. Refined, genderless, and instantly recognizable.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some swear it's a dead ringer for Santal 33, even outperforming it, while others are utterly underwhelmed. Expect a woody-spicy scent that's either a fantastic value proposition or a confusing letdown.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 6% | 14% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 4% |
| Sweet | 10% | 16% |
| Warm | 31% | 18% |
| Woody | 27% | 39% |
| Earthy | 9% | 13% |
| Animalic | 23% | 10% |
| Fresh | 12% | 7% |
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Santal 33's creamy sandalwood and leather warmth make it most compelling in the fall and spring, with enough airy violet and powdery nuance for mild winter use. It can feel dense on the hottest days, so summer use is best in the evening or in climate control.
Occasions
Its refined, non-loud projection makes it ideal for the office or casual outings where subtlety is valued. It can be intriguing on dates but is too understated for formal statement wear or active sport settings.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its versatile woody and powdery accords make it suitable for various settings, leaning casual or date-night due to its inviting warmth. While some report strong performance, others find it lacking, making it less of a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy accords and Violet, Cardamom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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