Amouage 2021 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Material

by Cécile Zarokian

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Amouage Material is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Cécile Zarokian. Material opens with Patchouli and Elemi, settles into a heart of Vanilla and Benzoin, and dries down to a base of Guaiac Wood, Tonka Bean, Labdanum, and Incense. Amouage's Material carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's stirred up a proper debate: love it or hate it, Material certainly isn't shy. Some call it a masterpiece, a rich, liqueur-like vanilla amber. Others find it overbearing, smoky, or even reminiscent of a clinic. Definitely try before you buy this divisive Amouage.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Sensual
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Material Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intense, long-lasting nature and rich, warm accords make it too strong for the office but perfect for dates and formal events. Many reviews highlight its sensuality and depth, ideal for evening wear, though a light hand could work for casual encounters.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Amouage Material dives headfirst into a rich, balsamic amber, where elemi brings a sharp, almost camphoric start. Vanilla and benzoin lend a creamy, sweet warmth, while labdanum adds a thick, resinous depth. Incense and guaiac wood weave through, offering smoky, woody undertones that mature into a smooth, slightly spicy finish. It's a complex, enveloping scent that purrs with a dark, sophisticated elegance.

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