Bois d'Encens Eau de Parfum vs Bavaria The Gemstone Hawk Eau de Parfum
Bois d'Encens EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2023 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £ |
Bavaria The Gemstone Hawk EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Bois d'Encens is a divisive frankincense bomb - genuinely profound for some, a short-lived disappointment for others. If you crave that dry, liturgical church vibe, this is your spiritual journey in a bottle, but its hit-or-miss performance is a real sticking point.
If you're a devoted fan of spicy oud fragrances, you'll be well-acquainted with this DNA. It’s certainly a crowd-pleaser for those who love their scents warm and woody, delivering solid performance for its price point.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Despite its often intimate sillage, the sophisticated and serious nature of this woody-incense scent makes it better suited for formal events or date nights where its unique character can be appreciated. It's too profound for casual wear and the mixed performance means it might not always last a full workday.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This fragrance is versatile for everyday wear, including the office, as it's not overly strong. Its warm, inviting character makes it particularly suitable for evening dates and casual outings, offering a touch of approachable sophistication.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, amber, warm spicy
Adds cinnamon and cypriol oil or nagarmotha, drops cedar and labdanum
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