Ex Nihilo 2015 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Venenum Kiss

by Quentin Bisch

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Ex Nihilo Venenum Kiss is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Quentin Bisch. Venenum Kiss opens with Neroli, Nutmeg, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Amber, Rose, and Artemisia, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Styrax. Ex Nihilo's Venenum Kiss carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Venenum Kiss is a divisive one, blending syrupy rose and saffron with a unique dirty, spicy undertone. Some find it opulent and luxurious, while others dismiss it as a 'mainstream grandma smell.' Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
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Venenum Kiss 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and rich, warm profile make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events. Some reviewers consider it too loud for casual settings, while its opulent nature lends itself well to formal occasions.

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

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Opens with a potent, resinous saffron, enriched by warm nutmeg and a hint of bright neroli. The heart blossoms into a jammy, dark rose, deepened by earthy artemisia and rich amber. As it settles, creamy sandalwood and comforting vanilla emerge, with a subtle leather-like styrax adding a touch of intriguing depth. The overall impression is a warm, spicy floral with an oriental flair.

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