Acquired

Bohoboco 2016 Parfum

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Olibanum Gardenia

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Bohoboco Olibanum Gardenia is a Parfum launched in 2016. Olibanum Gardenia opens with Lime, Neroli, and Coconut, settles into a heart of Gardenia, Labdanum, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Resin, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Bohoboco's Olibanum Gardenia carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. A genuinely divisive take on incense that some will find an 'ecclesiastical mischief' of tropical joy, while others will be utterly baffled by its 'weird' and 'cloying' contrasts. Don't blind buy unless you're feeling adventurous.
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Playful
  • Cozy
  • Clean
Olibanum Gardenia Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its bold and unusual character makes it a bit much for a formal office setting, though some found it wearable year-round due to its airy quality. It's unique enough for a memorable date or a casual outing, especially if you're looking to make a statement.

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About

Opens with a fleeting flash of zesty lime and bright neroli, hinting at something fresh before giving way to something far more complex. The heart introduces a prominent, though often debated, gardenia note alongside rich labdanum and a clean, resinous frankincense. It settles into a warm, woody base of cedar and sandalwood, underpinned by creamy coconut that sometimes leans a little 'soapy'. It’s an unusual dance between clean and 'funky', sacred and tropical.