Ex Nihilo 2017 EDP

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Viper Green

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Ex Nihilo Viper Green is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017. Viper Green opens with Mandarin, settles into a heart of Galbanum, and dries down to a base of Vetiver. Ex Nihilo's Viper Green carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Viper Green promises a verdant bite but delivers a surprisingly gentle, clean floral. It's divisive; some find it a gorgeous, fresh green masterpiece, while others are disappointed by its powdery, shampoo-like drydown and lack of venom. Approach with tempered expectations.
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Viper Green Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mandarin100%
Heartas listed
Galbanum100%
Baseas listed
Vetiver100%

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
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its clean, fresh, and often subtle floral character makes it highly suitable for casual wear and sports, as well as being generally inoffensive for office environments. The perceived strength and moderate longevity make it less ideal for formal events or a 'seductive' date night scent, as many reviewers highlight its gentler nature.

About

It opens with a lively burst of green mandarin, sparking a fresh, aromatic clarity. This quickly mellows into a heart dominated by galbanum, lending an initially sharp, vegetal greenness before giving way to unexpected florals, often perceived as jasmine. The drydown settles into an earthy vetiver base, sometimes accompanied by a soft, powdery accord that can lean towards clean soap or delicate white flowers.

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