Boss Bottled Elixir Parfum Intense
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2004 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Bois d'Encens
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Which Should You Buy?
A dense, resinous twist on the Boss Bottled DNA, this elixir is smoky, spicy, and luxurious. Incense and labdanum dominate, making it a commanding, grown-up choice for cold nights and formal affairs.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 11% | 10% |
| Warm | 24% | 34% |
| Woody | 37% | 38% |
| Earthy | 34% | 21% |
| Animalic | 4% | 6% |
| Fresh | 7% | 3% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich, resinous, and woody character with deep warm spice makes this a powerhouse for cold weather, especially fall and winter. Its density may feel overpowering in heat, but it transitions well in early spring evenings.
Occasions
Commanding projection and opulent warmth suit formal occasions and dressed-up evenings. The brooding incense and patchouli make it less versatile for office or sport, but it works for confident date nights.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Warm Spicy accords and Cedar, Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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