Ex Nihilo 2022 Edp

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Santal Calling

by Antoine Maisondieu

Ex Nihilo Santal Calling is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Antoine Maisondieu. The fragrance opens with Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Iris and Milk, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Musk, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Santal Calling: Favourite

If Santal Calling is for you, then it's a creamy, dreamy masterpiece; if not, you'll be swimming in a pickle jar. This one's highly divisive, loved for its refined sandalwood and hated for its uncanny resemblance to other controversial sandalwood scents. Test before you buy.
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
  • Luxurious
Santal Calling Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 12%
Fruity 0%
Green 1%
Sweet 32%
Warm 29%
Woody 19%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Powdery
100%
Woody
92%
Musky
63%
Iris
63%
Lactonic
57%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Santal Calling is versatile for casual and date wear due to its creamy, comforting nature and moderate projection. Its understated elegance makes it suitable for office settings, though its warmth might be too much for formal events, and it's certainly not a sport scent.

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About

Ex Nihilo's Santal Calling opens with a gentle dusting of nutmeg, quickly softening into a plush heart where powdery iris mingles with creamy, warm milk. This smooth introduction glides into a base of Australian sandalwood, beautifully rounded by soft musk and a whisper of vanilla, creating a velvety, lactonic woodiness that avoids any harsh edges.