Bara
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2021 | Year | 2015 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Palo Santo
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Which Should You Buy?
If you're after a boozy, sweet, and warmly spiced fragrance with killer performance, this is a strong contender. Some say it's the best dupe for Angel's Share, others vehemently disagree - try before you buy if that's your aim.
Divisive and totally unique, Carner Barcelona's Palo Santo is a creamy, boozy, woody dream for some, while others find it a nauseating mess of burnt rubber or sour milk. You absolutely must try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 1% |
| Fruity | 7% | 2% |
| Green | 0% | 12% |
| Sweet | 53% | 39% |
| Warm | 29% | 18% |
| Woody | 21% | 23% |
| Earthy | 7% | 12% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 0% | 6% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its intense longevity and strong sillage, Bara is better suited for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming, like date nights or casual evenings. It's a bit too dominant for the office and not formal enough for black-tie events, but perfect for creating a warm, inviting aura.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
With strong projection and long-lasting performance, Palo Santo leans more towards intimate or social evening wear. Its boozy, sweet, and somewhat smoky character, while comforting, is a bit too bold for a typical office environment but perfect for dates or relaxed evenings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Vanilla, Sweet accords and Sandalwood, Tonka Bean notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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