Michael Malul London 2021 EDP

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Jet Black Enigma

by Ilias Ermenidis

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Michael Malul London Jet Black Enigma is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Ilias Ermenidis. Jet Black Enigma opens with Pepper, Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Saffron, Vanilla, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Oud, Patchouli, and Tonka Bean. Michael Malul London's Jet Black Enigma carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and pricey, Jet Black Enigma swings from love to outright hate. Some hail it as a complex, rich, and confident scent for a mature man; others call it generic and overpriced. If you can snag it on discount, it's worth a sniff, otherwise prepare for controversy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Jet Black Enigma 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage make it suitable for dates and formal events without being overpowering. While some find it office-appropriate, its spicy and woody depth leans more towards evening wear, particularly in cooler months.

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

Other declarable allergens

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

Jet Black Enigma opens with a bold, spicy kick of cardamom, cinnamon, and pepper, brightened by ginger. The heart introduces a smoky, leathery saffron and vanilla sweetness, with vetiver providing an earthy grounding. The dry down settles into a deep, woody blend of oud, patchouli, and tonka bean, softened by cashmeran for a smooth, enigmatic finish.

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Where to buy

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