Alfred Dunhill 2019 EDP

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Indian Sandalwood

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Alfred Dunhill Indian Sandalwood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Indian Sandalwood opens with Carrot Seeds and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Oakmoss and Iris, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Alfred Dunhill's Indian Sandalwood carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Dunhill's Indian Sandalwood is a polarising affair. Some hail it as a creamy, authentic sandalwood dream, while others dismiss it as a disappointing, weak, and synthetic varnish. If you value a soft, close-wearing scent, it might just work.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Woody
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Indian Sandalwood Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Carrot Seeds57%
Bergamot43%
Heartas listed
Iris59%
Oakmoss41%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood43%
Patchouli31%
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha26%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its intimate sillage and frequently reported weak longevity make it ideal for close-quarters like the office or casual settings where a strong projection isn't needed. The sophisticated woody and powdery accords also lend themselves well to these environments, though its lack of power limits its formal appeal.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Opens with a hint of earthy carrot and bright bergamot, leading into a powdery heart of orris and oakmoss. The dry-down is dominated by a smooth, creamy sandalwood, underpinned by an earthy blend of patchouli and cypriol oil. It's a complex woody scent with a soft, natural feel, though some find it linear.

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