Santal Intense
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
41 Burlington Arcade
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a smooth operator, a modern barbershop classic that smells divine. However, the 'Intense' moniker might be a bit ambitious for its performance, leaving some wishing for more projection and longevity.
A distinctly British, gentlemanly scent. Burlington Arcade opens with a clean, peppery zest, and rounds off with a woody, sophisticated air. It's a bit of a wallflower though - charming up close, but don't expect it to shout across a room.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 17% |
| Floral | 5% | 4% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 10% | 9% |
| Sweet | 14% | 15% |
| Warm | 34% | 30% |
| Woody | 18% | 15% |
| Earthy | 8% | 15% |
| Animalic | 3% | 5% |
| Fresh | 17% | 17% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and winter pair best.
Occasions
Its refined, clean scent makes it suitable for office and formal wear, leaning into its 'barbershop' charm. While pleasant for dates, its limited projection noted by reviewers means it won't dominate a casual setting or survive vigorous sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear without being overpowering. The sophisticated and clean profile makes it a good fit for formal events and dates, though it might lack the punch some desire. Its subtlety means it won't shine for casual or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Woody, Aromatic accords and Pepper, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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