Bortnikoff 2020 Extrait

U ££££ Acquired

Triad

by Dmitry Bortnikoff

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Bortnikoff Triad is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Dmitry Bortnikoff. Triad opens with Oud, settles into a heart of Magnolia, Chinese Oud, and Grasse Rose Absolute, and dries down to a base of Thailand Oud, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, and Hyraceum. Bortnikoff's Triad carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a polarising rose and oud blend; some hail it a masterpiece of refined artistry, while others are left cold by what they see as a generic, overpriced interpretation. It's not for the faint of heart, with animalic notes taking centre stage for many.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
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Triad 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
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 Formal

Given its long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, Triad is best suited for evening wear and special occasions where its bold character can shine without being overpowering. Its intensity makes it less ideal for office or sport, but perfect for dates and formal events.

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

Triad opens with a bold, almost challenging oud, sometimes described as petrol-like or even dirty, quickly followed by a dominant, vivid rose. This evolves into a complex heart where magnolia adds a creamy, floral dimension, intertwining with various ouds from China and Indonesia. The dry down is a warm, woody embrace of Thai oud, sweetened by tonka bean and benzoin, with a distinct animalic edge from hyraceum that some find alluring and others off-putting.

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