Incense Ebony
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2020 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Santal Insolent
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Which Should You Buy?
A smoky, churchy incense bomb that's a dead ringer for a much pricier bottle. Give it time to macerate and it transforms from an ashtray into a surprisingly fresh and woody powerhouse, though some find it a touch synthetic.
This is a seriously polarising sandalwood, attracting either fervent love or intense dislike. It's often compared to Santal 33, but many find it superior, though some report a challenging pickle-like opening.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 4% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 4% |
| Sweet | 6% | 11% |
| Warm | 26% | 32% |
| Woody | 35% | 34% |
| Earthy | 20% | 14% |
| Animalic | 10% | 13% |
| Fresh | 6% | 8% |
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 autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its strong projection and dominant smoky, woody accords make it a bit much for the office. However, it's perfect for a winter's evening date or formal event where its bold character can truly shine.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its substantial longevity and rich, woody-spicy character make it a strong choice for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for a conservative office. The unique and powerful scent profile, especially the 'pickle' note for some, might be too distracting for daily casual wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Leather accords and Leather, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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