Kilian 2011 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Incense Oud

by Sidonie Lancesseur

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Kilian Incense Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Sidonie Lancesseur. Incense Oud opens with Rose, Geranium, Pink Pepper, and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Methyl Pamplemousse, Cedar, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Incense. Kilian's Incense Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, refined incense-oud, but be warned: this one polarises opinion on its longevity. Expect a smooth, masterfully blended experience, but don't expect it to last for days. If you love incense, this is a must-try, but bring your wallet.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Warm
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Incense Oud 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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

While many praise its refined nature, the bold, woody, and smoky accords, combined with its variable projection, make it less suitable for office wear. It truly shines in formal settings and intimate dates, where its luxurious and mysterious character can be appreciated without being overpowering.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Incense Oud opens with a vibrant, peppery rose and geranium, spiced up by cardamom. This quickly transitions into a heart of dry papyrus, cedar, and earthy patchouli. The base is where the magic happens: a dominant, but not overwhelming, incense, paired with a clean, smooth oud that provides depth without being excessively animalic. It settles into a warm, smoky, balsamic richness that's utterly captivating.

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