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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bois Mystique
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This used to be an absolute smash, a real dark horse offering luxury on a shoestring. Now? It's a genuine postcode lottery, with dodgy reformulated batches making it a total gamble. Proceed with caution - the original is a stunner, the new stuff is often rubbish.
A seriously sophisticated woody-spicy fragrance that's a dead ringer for Creed Royal Oud for many, though its subtle projection means Houbigant has nailed 'quiet luxury' with this one. Some find the performance lacklustre, but the scent itself is pretty much universally adored.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 7% |
| Floral | 4% | 8% |
| Fruity | 0% | 2% |
| Green | 7% | 6% |
| Sweet | 14% | 12% |
| Warm | 42% | 40% |
| Woody | 18% | 23% |
| Earthy | 18% | 14% |
| Animalic | 3% | 6% |
| Fresh | 12% | 11% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and smoky accords lend themselves well to evening wear and cooler climates, making it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it office-friendly due to its moderate projection in certain formulations, others report it as too bold for daily wear, particularly if you land an original bottle.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Bois Mystique's discreet projection and complex woody-spicy profile make it ideal for office and formal settings where you want to smell refined without overpowering. Its warm, elegant character also suits an intimate date night, while its sophistication makes it less suitable for casual or sport wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Cedar, Artemisia notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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