Maison Incens 2014 EDP

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Cuir Erindil

by Jean-Claude Gigodot

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Maison Incens Cuir Erindil is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Jean-Claude Gigodot. Cuir Erindil opens with Bergamot and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes, Iris, Myrrh, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Maison Incens's Cuir Erindil carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a divisive, witchy leather and incense blend that either captures you with its dark magic or leaves you smelling burnt rubber. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but for some, it's a unique masterpiece.
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Cuir Erindil 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
Moderate
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
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its moderate performance and intriguing, slightly unusual profile, this scent works well for dates or casual outings where its unique character can be appreciated without being overwhelming. It's a bit too bold for most office environments and lacks the freshness for sport, but could be interesting for an alternative formal event.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Cuir Erindil opens with a bright, albeit fleeting, burst of bergamot and mandarin, quickly giving way to a mysterious heart of spicy notes, powdery iris, resinous myrrh, and smoky incense. The journey culminates in a warm, complex base where soft leather intertwines with musky undertones, creamy sandalwood, and a hint of sweet vanilla. It's an atmospheric scent that evokes old-world charm and a touch of the mystical.

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