ASHY WOOD
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2015 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oud Palao
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
If you're already flush with boozy-sweet scents, this one might feel a bit too familiar. However, for those new to the genre or seeking a solid alternative, Ashy Wood delivers a surprisingly complex sweet-oud with an interesting mineral edge.
Diptyque's Oud Palao is a brutally polarising, beast-mode oud-rose that you'll either adore for its rich, dirty elegance or recoil from its perceived barnyard skank. This is not for the faint-hearted; a true love-it-or-hate-it scent.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 9% | 12% |
| Fruity | 2% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 2% |
| Sweet | 30% | 26% |
| Warm | 24% | 19% |
| Woody | 20% | 26% |
| Earthy | 21% | 19% |
| Animalic | 8% | 11% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent sweet and woody accords make it a bit much for the office or sport. Ashy Wood truly shines on an intimate date or a formal evening out, where its rich, projecting warmth can be appreciated without overwhelming.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, Oud Palao is too intense for an office setting where it could easily overpower. Its dark, luxurious character and sensual depth makes it an excellent choice for formal events or intimate dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Oud, Sweet accords and Sandalwood, Oud notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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