Au Coeur du Désert
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Full Incense
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't for the faint of heart or the blind buyer. Au Coeur du Désert is a polarising, powerhouse amber that demands confidence and a nuanced nose. It's a challenging masterpiece for some, a spice market air freshener for others.
This one is exactly what it says on the tin: full-on, unadulterated incense. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans praising its authentic churchy vibes and detractors finding it too linear or unwearable. Don't blind buy unless you live for frankincense.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 5% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 2% |
| Sweet | 8% | 11% |
| Warm | 29% | 26% |
| Woody | 26% | 31% |
| Earthy | 25% | 28% |
| Animalic | 16% | 6% |
| Fresh | 9% | 8% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its intense longevity and strong sillage, this fragrance is largely unsuitable for office environments. It shines in evening settings, formal gatherings, and romantic dates, where its mysterious and bold character can be fully appreciated. Too heavy for casual day wear and definitely not for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its potent incense and woody notes make it suitable for formal occasions or casual wear, especially in cooler weather, where its longevity shines. While some find it too strong for the office, its unique character could work in smaller doses for evening events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Balsamic, Woody accords and Cedar, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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