Matière Première 2019 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Santal Austral

by Aurélien Guichard

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Matière Première Santal Austral is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Aurélien Guichard. Santal Austral opens with Iris, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean and Benzoin. Matière Première's Santal Austral carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Santal Austral is a divisive beast: some find it a gorgeous, creamy sandalwood dream, others are repulsed by a screechy, synthetic mess. It's a powerhouse with nuclear longevity, but be warned, it's not a safe blind buy.
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Masculine
  • Woody
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Santal Austral Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
100%
Powdery
84%
Amber
83%
Warm Spicy
79%
Iris
69%
Vanilla
68%

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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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Given its strong projection and exceptional longevity, Santal Austral leans more towards evening and social events. While some reviewers wear it to the office, its intensity makes it better suited for dates or formal occasions where its powerful sillage can shine without overwhelming colleagues.

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About

A sophisticated sandalwood with a smooth, creamy texture. It opens with powdery iris, quickly settling into a robust heart of Australian sandalwood. The base introduces a warm, plush sweetness from benzoin and tonka bean, creating a balsamic, slightly gourmand woodiness. Expect a rich, enveloping scent.

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