Initio Parfums Privés 2026 EDP

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Oud for Grace

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Initio Parfums Privés Oud for Grace is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2026. Oud for Grace opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Pepper and Praline, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Oud, and Guaiac Wood. Initio Parfums Privés's Oud for Grace carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Initio's Oud for Grace is a divisive one. Fans of Oud for Greatness will appreciate this softer, sweeter take, while others might find it a bit boring and lacking distinct oud character. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but worth sampling if you're curious about a wood-gourmand twist.
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Oud for Grace 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
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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its eternal longevity and strong sillage, this isn't an office-friendly scent. Its warm, sweet, and woody profile makes it ideal for evening dates and formal events, particularly in cooler weather. While some find it easy to wear for daytime, it might be too much for casual settings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER/EAU), TETRAMETHYL ACETYLOCTAHYDRONAPHTHALENES, HEXAMETHYLINDANOPYRAN, VANILEIN, COUMARIN, LINALOOL, POGOSTEMON CABLIN OIL, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA (BERGAMOT) PEEL OIL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, LIMONENE, JUIN PERUS VIRGINIANA OIL, PINENE, LINALYL ACETATE, AUGENOL, BATA-CARYOPHYLLENE, SANTALOL FARNESOL, GERANIOL, ROSE ONES, TERPINEOL, TERPINOLENE, OTRAL

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Oud for Grace opens with a fleeting citrus spark from bergamot, quickly giving way to a warm, peppery heart. The star of the show is a rich praline accord, weaving its sweet, nutty warmth through a sophisticated base of creamy sandalwood, smoky guaiac wood, and a subtle hint of oud. A touch of vanilla smooths the edges, creating a luxurious and enveloping woody gourmand experience that feels both modern and comforting.

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