Cave 2024 Extrait

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Xander

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Cave Xander is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2024. Xander opens with Oregano, Cedar Leaf, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Balsam, Resins, Amber, and Myrrh, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, and Oud. Cave's Xander carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a boldly masculine beast, an oriental powerhouse that truly embodies the 'quintessence of masculinity'. It's not for the faint-hearted, but for those who want to make an undeniable statement.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Masculine
  • Warm
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Luxurious
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Xander 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 intense, long-lasting nature and strong sillage, Xander is best suited for evening formal events or dates where its powerful presence can truly shine. It's too commanding for a typical office environment and a bit much for casual daytime wear.

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
  • 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

Xander opens with an intriguing, slightly green zest from cedar leaf and oregano, immediately grounded by a rich, resinous heart. Balsam, opoponax, and myrrh create a warm, almost sacred incense, swirling into deep amber. The base is all about gravitas, with a powerful blend of oud, rugged leather, and creamy sandalwood laying down a dark, captivating trail. It's intense, mysterious, and undeniably potent.

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Where to buy

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2ml 1 offer
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