Houbigant 2018 Edp

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Bois Mystique

by Luca Maffei

Houbigant Bois Mystique is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Luca Maffei. The fragrance opens with Neroli, Artemisia, Ginger, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Iris, Pepper, Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Guaiac Wood, Musk, and Cedar.

Our verdict on Bois Mystique: Favourite

A seriously sophisticated woody-spicy fragrance that's a dead ringer for Creed Royal Oud for many, though its subtle projection means Houbigant has nailed 'quiet luxury' with this one. Some find the performance lacklustre, but the scent itself is pretty much universally adored.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Subtle
Bois Mystique Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 8%
Fruity 2%
Green 6%
Sweet 12%
Warm 40%
Woody 23%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Warm Spicy
91%
Amber
91%
Fresh Spicy
61%
Aromatic
58%

Notes

Top Notes

Cardamom 23% Pink Pepper 21% Ginger 15% Artemisia 15% Bergamot 13% Neroli 13%

Heart Notes

Incense 26% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 20% Cinnamon 20% Pepper 18% Iris 15%

Base Notes

Cedar 23% Myrrh 18% Amber 16% Guaiac Wood 16% Cashmere Wood 15% Musk 12%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Bois Mystique's discreet projection and complex woody-spicy profile make it ideal for office and formal settings where you want to smell refined without overpowering. Its warm, elegant character also suits an intimate date night, while its sophistication makes it less suitable for casual or sport wear.

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About

Bois Mystique opens with a sophisticated kick of spicy ginger and cardamom, brightened by bergamot and a hint of neroli, while pink pepper adds a vibrant lift. At its heart, a warm blend of incense and cinnamon emerges, subtly underscored by the refined powderiness of iris. The drydown unveils a deep, luxurious base of cashmeran and guaiac woods, wrapped in musky amber and mystical myrrh, creating a smooth, elegant, and earthy finish.

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