Shams Al Emarat Khususi
| Other | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2004 | Year | 2019 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Santal Blanc
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Which Should You Buy?
This budget-friendly oriental scent is a divisive gem. Some find it a masculine, woody blast, others a sweet, feminine delight. Either way, it's a surprising performer for the price, delivering warmth and charm, but don't expect a typical oud bomb.
Santal Blanc is a creamy, elegant skin scent that polarises with its divisive fig note - some find it milky and beautiful, others are assaulted by pickles or cucumber. It's a subtle woody dream for some, a disappointment for those expecting a more traditional sandalwood.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 9% |
| Floral | 18% | 11% |
| Fruity | 10% | 10% |
| Green | 3% | 15% |
| Sweet | 34% | 33% |
| Warm | 14% | 6% |
| Woody | 16% | 19% |
| Earthy | 3% | 3% |
| Animalic | 15% | 9% |
| Fresh | 10% | 9% |
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 sweet, warm, and somewhat spicy profile makes it ideal for evenings and cooler weather. With moderate to strong performance, it's best suited for dates and casual outings rather than an office environment or gym.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and 'skin scent' quality make it perfect for office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While elegant, its intimate projection might be too subtle for formal events, and it's not designed for sporty activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Fruity accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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