Maison Mona di Orio 2018 EDP

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Santal Nabataea

by Fredrik Dalman

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Maison Mona di Orio Santal Nabataea is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Fredrik Dalman. Maison Mona di Orio's Santal Nabataea carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Santal Nabataea is a divisive but ultimately captivating sandalwood. Some find it a masterpiece of dry, peppery elegance, others a musty, underperforming meh. If you appreciate a unique, non-milky sandalwood, this is worth a sniff.
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  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Santal Nabataea 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Office Casual Formal

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile for various settings, though it leans towards more contemplative or intimate occasions due to its unique, dry character. Reviewers often mention wearing it for refined casual or date settings, suggesting it's too distinctive for high-energy activities.

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

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

Opens with an intriguing, almost buttery stage before quickly evolving into a dry, spicy sandalwood. Black pepper, sometimes with hints of smokiness, plays a prominent role alongside the woody heart. Subtle floral nuances of oleander emerge, often described as powdery or talc-like, while apricot adds a whisper of non-sweet fruitiness. In the deeper dry-down, a bitter coffee bean crunch and the resinous warmth of opoponax lend depth and a touch of mystery.

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