Oud Palao
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Hero
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
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.
Hero is a divisive beast: one minute it's a breathtaking, nuanced oriental, the next a bland, disappointing dud. Expectations are clearly high given the price, but it's hit or miss whether you'll find your own epic journey here.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 13% |
| Fruity | 0% | 4% |
| Green | 2% | 5% |
| Sweet | 26% | 25% |
| Warm | 19% | 20% |
| Woody | 26% | 26% |
| Earthy | 19% | 22% |
| Animalic | 11% | 7% |
| Fresh | 8% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting, rich accords make it too dominant for an office setting, but perfect for making a statement at formal events or on a date. It's a bit much for casual daytime wear due to its depth and intensity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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