Heretic Parfum 2021 EDT

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Dirty Hinoki

by Douglas Little

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Heretic Parfum Dirty Hinoki is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Douglas Little. Dirty Hinoki opens with Lemon, Cedar, Pine, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Cypress and Hinoki Wood, and dries down to a base of Ambrettolide, Frankincense, Elemi, and Canadian Fir Balsam. Heretic Parfum's Dirty Hinoki carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, invigorating scent that captures the essence of a natural forest. Just don't expect it to hang around for long; its fleeting nature makes it a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Woody
  • Bold
  • Subtle
Dirty Hinoki Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Baseas listed
Canadian Fir Balsam25%

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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean nature makes it great for gym and casual wear. The poor longevity and low projection mean it's suitable for office settings, but it lacks the presence for formal events or impressive dates.

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

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

Ethics and formulation

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Heretic Parfum says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Imagine a brisk walk through a conifer forest after the rain. Bright lemon and fresh pine burst forward, softened by a whisper of nutmeg and earthy thyme. As it settles, the comforting embrace of hinoki wood and cypress emerges, leading to a subtle, resinous base of fir, frankincense, and a hint of sweet ambrettolide. It’s a beautifully airy and natural woody experience.

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