Creed 2005 EDP

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Original Santal

by Pierre Bourdon , Erwin Creed , Olivier Creed

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Creed Original Santal is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005, created by Pierre Bourdon, Erwin Creed, and Olivier Creed. Original Santal opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Ginger, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Sandalwood, Lavender, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Oakmoss, and Tonka Bean. Creed's Original Santal carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive and classic, Original Santal splits opinions but remains a creamy, sophisticated choice for those who appreciate a mature, natural take on a familiar sweet, woody profile. Forget the cheap dupes; this has a distinct elegance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Cozy
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Original Santal Eau de Parfum 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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and warm, woody accords make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering, yet its sophisticated character shines on a date or formal event. While some reviews suggest versatility for year-round wear, the cozy sweetness leans it more towards cooler seasons, making it less ideal for sport.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Original Santal opens with a vibrant, fresh-spicy burst of juniper and ginger, quickly settling into a smooth heart where creamy sandalwood and aromatic lavender take centre stage. As it mellows, a foundation of warm cedar and tonka bean emerges, offering a sweet, comforting, and subtly powdery finish that feels refined and luxurious.

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