Ferrari 2012 EDT

M £ Acquired

Essence Oud

by Nathalie Feisthauer

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Ferrari Essence Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Nathalie Feisthauer. Essence Oud opens with Rose, Saffron, and Elemi, settles into a heart of Caraway and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Leather and Labdanum. Ferrari's Essence Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly polarising scent, Ferrari Essence Oud is a divisive beast. Some adore its opulent rose-oud blend, hailing it as niche-quality and a steal, whilst others recoil at its intensity, labelling it synthetic and cloying. Approach with caution, but if it clicks, prepare for beast-mode performance.
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  • Sophisticated
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Essence Oud Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Elemi33%
Rose33%
Saffron33%
Heartas listed
Caraway50%
Frankincense50%
Baseas listed
Labdanum50%
Leather50%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With beastly projection and longevity, this intense oud-rose-leather scent is far too strong for the office but shines on formal evenings and dates. Its powerful, oriental character means it's best reserved for occasions where making a statement is desired.

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

Essence Oud opens with a boisterous blast of rich, smoky oud, quickly softened by a plush, sweet rose and hints of spicy saffron. As it develops, a balsamic elemi resin adds depth, blending seamlessly with a persistent, luxurious leather note in the dry-down. This is a bold, oriental journey that's anything but subtle.

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