Bortnikoff 2023 Extrait

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Scheherazade

by Dmitry Bortnikoff , Rajesh Balkrishnan

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Bortnikoff Scheherazade is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Dmitry Bortnikoff and Rajesh Balkrishnan. Scheherazade opens with Blood Mandarin, Bergamot, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Pepper and Apricot, and dries down to a base of Malaysian Oud, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Bortnikoff's Scheherazade carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, creamy, and unique fruity-woody scent from Bortnikoff that's more accessible than expected, yet still divisive for its prominent apricot and subtle oud.
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  • Fresh
  • Creamy
  • Luxurious
  • Relaxed
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Scheherazade Extrait 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its long-lasting nature with moderate sillage makes it suitable for various settings, though it shines brightest in casual and date scenarios where its unique fruity-woody profile can be appreciated without being overpowering. The creamy and natural composition lends itself well to daytime wear, especially in warmer weather.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Scheherazade opens with a vibrant burst of blood mandarin, blackcurrant, and bergamot, immediately uplifting and fresh. This bright start quickly mellows into a creamy heart where juicy apricot and a subtle hint of pepper intertwine. The journey concludes with a smooth, refined base of Malaysian oud, cedar, and a beautiful, pillowy sandalwood, creating a warm, soft, and slightly powdery finish.

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