Santal Royal
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Velvet Tender Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
Santal Royal is a rich, complex scent that beautifully balances oud, rose, and sandalwood. It's a divisive one for some, with reformulations causing a stir, but many find it a sophisticated choice for cooler weather.
Dolce & Gabbana's Velvet Tender Oud is a divisive beast: some praise its nuanced rose and gentle oud, while others decry it as a harsh, unoriginal clone. If you're after a Turkish Delight in a bottle, this might be your jam - or a synthetic headache.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 30% | 42% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 15% | 12% |
| Warm | 8% | 6% |
| Woody | 37% | 37% |
| Earthy | 10% | 13% |
| Animalic | 26% | 13% |
| Fresh | 3% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This heavy, long-lasting scent leans formal and is best suited for special events or date nights where you want to make an impression. Its intense woods, oud, and leather are too potent for everyday office wear or casual settings, especially given its strong sillage.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent longevity and average to strong projection make it less suitable for office wear, as it could be overwhelming. However, this rich, warm, and romantic scent is perfect for dates and formal evening events, where its luxurious character can truly shine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Rose, Oud accords and Oud, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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