Matière Première 2019 EDP

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Bois d'Ebene

by Aurélien Guichard

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Matière Première Bois d'Ebene is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Aurélien Guichard. Bois d'Ebene opens with Juniper, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha and Patchouli. Matière Première's Bois d'Ebene carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Bois d'Ebene is a divisive one, often described as a 'safe' woody choice but still an 'addictive' charmer. Some find it a bit too commonplace for the price, others adore its smooth, creamy woodiness. Expect a quality, albeit understated, experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Bois d'Ebene Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Juniper100%
Heartas listed
Guaiac Wood100%
Baseas listed
Patchouli51%
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha49%

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:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its moderate performance and elegant woody profile, this scent is suitable for a wide range of settings. It's sophisticated enough for formal wear but settles softly, making it appropriate for the office and casual outings without being overwhelming. Its warm, inviting nature lends itself well to dates.

About

Opening with a crisp, forest-like burst of juniper, Bois d'Ebene quickly settles into its woody heart of guaiac wood. This is no sharp, spiky wood, but a rounded, almost creamy texture. Earthy patchouli and the unique, slightly smoky depth of cypriol oil underpin the composition, creating a fragrance that's both grounding and smoothly sophisticated, with whispers of something amber or subtly sweet beneath the surface.

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