No.04 Bois de Balincourt
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
The Collection Noble Wood
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This woody wonder is utterly divisive, evoking either luxurious creaminess or a straight-up pickle jar. If your skin plays nice, you're in for a clean, calming sandalwood dream; otherwise, be prepared for a briny nightmare.
A truly gorgeous woody fragrance that's adored for its unique scent, but absolutely slated for its dreadful performance. If you're after a niche-level smell and don't care about it vanishing in 2 hours, this is for you.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 1% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 3% |
| Green | 2% | 1% |
| Sweet | 21% | 24% |
| Warm | 26% | 20% |
| Woody | 53% | 47% |
| Earthy | 14% | 16% |
| Animalic | 3% | 0% |
| Fresh | 3% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and soft, woody character make it suitable for casual wear or dates where closeness is key. The potential for a 'dill' note and less-than-stellar longevity keep it from being a formal or sporty choice, and its subtlety might get lost in an office environment.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its sophisticated woody-spicy profile lends itself well to formal and date settings, though its poor longevity means reapplications might be needed. It's too refined for sport and too subtle for many casual scenarios, but can work in an office due to its non-intrusive sillage.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic accords and Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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