Essential Parfums 2020 Extrait

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Bois Impérial

by Quentin Bisch

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Essential Parfums Bois Impérial is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Quentin Bisch. Bois Impérial opens with Pepper and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Labdanum, and Canadian Fir Balsam. Essential Parfums's Bois Impérial carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A masterclass in modern woody perfumery - radiant, green, and assertive, yet never cloying. Bois Impérial is a confident, versatile statement for those who crave freshness with real depth and texture.
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  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Elegant
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Bois Impérial Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper52%
Pepper48%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Canadian Fir Balsam36%
Cedar36%
Labdanum27%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Dominant green, spicy and woody notes shine in spring and fall, while the aromatic freshness keeps it lively for summer evenings. Its moderate warmth and opulence suit milder winter days but may not cut through harsh cold.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Balanced projection and sophisticated woods make it ideal for office, date, and smart-casual settings. Its bold character is versatile but too refined for sport or intense activity.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Bois Impérial Eau de Parfum opens with a burst of vibrant Thai basil, crackling Timut pepper, and zesty grapefruit, immediately setting a crisp, aromatic tone. The heart pulses with Akigalawood and earthy patchouli, grounded by smooth vetiver, while peppery sparks linger. As it unfolds, Ambrofix and Georgywood provide a luminous, resinous woodiness, accented by subtle fir, cedar, and labdanum. The result is a fresh yet deeply textural woody scent, green and spicy, with modern edge and enduring sophistication.

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