Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum bottle Santal Majuscule
Edp Concentration Edp
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2012 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum bottle Nirvana Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum
Santal Majuscule is a sophisticated, sensual sandalwood and rose combo, elevated by bitter cacao. It's a divisive one - some find it a touch serious and dusty, others find it an evocative masterpiece and signature-worthy. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so test it first.
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Our Verdict - Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
A modern cult classic, Nirvana Black is a mysterious, woody vanilla that’s as captivating as it is elusive. Devotees are campaigning for its return, while others find it a little too simple. Either way, it's a statement.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1% 0%
Floral 23% 17%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 1% 2%
Sweet 32% 42%
Warm 7% 5%
Woody 39% 38%
Earthy 6% 3%
Animalic 1% 0%
Fresh 2% 4%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Santal Majuscule EdP
Nirvana Black EdP

Notes

Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum
Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 48% vs 46%
Only in Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum
Rose 28% Cacao Pod 24%
Only in Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
Vanilla 30% Violet 23%

Accords

Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
65%
Powdery
98%
84%
Warm Spicy
56%
77%
Rose
73%
Cacao
Vanilla
72%
44%
Balsamic
49%
44%
Floral
Woody shared
100%
100%
Powdery shared
65%
98%
Warm Spicy shared
84%
56%
77%
73%
72%
Balsamic shared
44%
49%
44%

Performance

Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

This scent's sensual and opulent character makes it perfect for dates and formal events. While some wear it to the office, its distinctness and potential for reformulations affecting performance suggest it may be too much for some workplaces, and it's certainly not for casual or sport wear.

Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection makes it suitable for office wear, while its creamy, sensual character with a touch of mystery makes it a fantastic choice for dates. It's too bold and warm for sport, and though some find it elegant enough for formal events, its intimate nature leans more casual or date-night.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
86%
Accord
66%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Santal Majuscule Eau de Parfum
Nirvana Black Eau de Parfum
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