Bois d'Encens
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Platinum
ScentArt
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.
Seriously divisive. Some laud it as a beast, others as watered-down rubbish, making it a complete gamble. If you get a good batch, it's a modern, versatile amber-woody stunner. If not, you're out of luck.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 10% | 15% |
| Warm | 34% | 42% |
| Woody | 38% | 31% |
| Earthy | 21% | 26% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 3% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
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
Its moderate sillage and warm, woody accords make it a versatile choice for many settings, leaning slightly more towards evening or social wear. It can work in an office if applied lightly, but it's not a freshie for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy accords and Labdanum, Spicy notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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