AXE 2017 Body Spray

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Gold (Oud Wood and Dark Vanilla)

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AXE Gold (Oud Wood and Dark Vanilla) is a body spray launched in 2017. AXE's Gold (Oud Wood and Dark Vanilla) carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Surprisingly sophisticated for its price point, this woody vanilla scent punches well above its weight. It's a divisive one, with some calling it a hidden gem, others a synthetic mess, but the consensus agrees it's a solid winter night fragrance.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Modern
  • Sensual
  • Subtle
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Gold (Oud Wood and Dark Vanilla) Body Spray bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Vanilla67%
Oud33%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for casual wear and dates, as it won't overwhelm. However, the warm, slightly dark nature leans better towards evening use and cooler weather, reducing its versatility for formal or sport settings.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Opens with a sweet yet subtly dark vanilla, immediately hinting at the warmth to come. As it settles, a soft, almost powdery oud emerges, complementing the vanilla without overpowering it. The blend creates a cozy, inviting aura that lingers, a surprisingly nuanced and grown-up take on a classic combo. It's a dark woody vanilla, with a hint of something resinous, leaning towards an amber-like depth in the drydown.

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