Santal Carmin
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bois d'Amande
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A creamy, slightly sweet sandalwood that often draws comparisons to Baccarat Rouge 540 and has a polarising effect in the community. Some praise its elegance and warmth, while others find it too sweet or synthetic - but nearly everyone agrees it's a classy scent for cooler weather.
A divisive almond and vanilla concoction that tries to be a crowd-pleaser but ends up being a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Some call it an underrated masterpiece, others a designer dud. Blind buy at your peril.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 15% | 9% |
| Floral | 3% | 2% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 3% | 0% |
| Sweet | 19% | 35% |
| Warm | 15% | 8% |
| Woody | 34% | 30% |
| Earthy | 11% | 8% |
| Animalic | 10% | 9% |
| Fresh | 11% | 13% |
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 moderate sillage and sophisticated, warm character make it suitable for office wear, provided it's applied lightly. For dates and formal events, its sensual depth and luxurious feel are perfectly suited, particularly in cooler months. It's a bit too refined for casual daytime, and definitely not one for sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The moderate projection and long-lasting nature make it suitable for close-quarters like dates and casual outings without being overwhelming. Its woody-gourmand profile is less ideal for formal settings or sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Vanilla accords and Vanilla, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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