L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum vs Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens

Edp	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	U
2017	Year	2016
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum

A masterful smoky-incense and leather fragrance with a golden, mysterious warmth. Or Encens is for those who want gravitas and sophistication, not mass appeal. It commands attention with its complexity and depth.

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Our Verdict - Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

This is a seriously divisive sandalwood; some find it a masterful, unique take on woody notes, while others find something distinctly 'off'. Expect a bold, confident scent that isn't for everyone, but those who love it, really love it. Not a safe blind buy.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	0%
Floral	17%	11%
Fruity	1%	0%
Green	2%	14%
Sweet	14%	10%
Warm	29%	21%
Woody	22%	27%
Earthy	17%	18%
Animalic	15%	14%
Fresh	4%	6%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Santal des Indes EdP

Notes

Only in L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum

Rose 53% Labdanum 47%

Only in Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

Incense 53% Absinth 47%

Only in L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum

Incense 40% Pink Pepper 31% Cumin 29%

Only in Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

Cedar 33% Turmeric 26% Rose 21% Narcissus 19%

Shared Notes

Leather 22% vs 25%

Sandalwood 20% vs 33%

Vetiver 17% vs 22%

Only in L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum

Amberwood 21% Cedar 19%

Only in Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

Musk 19%

Accords

L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

100%

Woody

100%

85%

Amber

58%

75%

Smoky

61%

60%

Warm Spicy

70%

Aromatic

68%

55%

Leather

48%

Powdery

55%

45%

Balsamic

52%

30%

Animalic

Woody shared

100%

Amber shared

85%

58%

Smoky shared

75%

61%

Warm Spicy shared

60%

70%

Aromatic

68%

Leather shared

55%

48%

Powdery

55%

Balsamic shared

45%

52%

Animalic

30%

Performance

L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

L’Eau d’Issey Pour Homme Or Encens Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The dense incense, amber, leather, and smoky woods make this an ideal choice for fall and winter, radiating warmth and richness in cool weather. Its power and spice may be too much for summer but work for cool spring evenings.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

This bold, resinous scent is best for formal, evening, or date settings where its smoky richness shines. It's too commanding and dense for office or sports but can work for casual nights out.

Santal des Indes Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for an office environment, as some reviewers noted it could be overpowering. However, its sophisticated and rich character, especially the warm woody and smoky accords, makes it excellent for date nights and formal events, particularly in colder weather.