Natura 2017 EDP

M ££ Acquired

Essencial Oud

by Pierre-Constantin Guéros , Verônica Kato

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Natura Essencial Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Pierre-Constantin Guéros and Verônica Kato. Essencial Oud opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Geranium, Cinnamon, and Elemi, and dries down to a base of Balsam. Natura's Essencial Oud carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This isn't for the faint of heart, it's a divisive 'bomb' of an oud. Those who love it, really love it, praising its powerful, unique scent and impressive staying power. Those who don't, find it overwhelming and cloying. Approach with caution and a light hand.
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  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Masculine
  • Energetic
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Essencial Oud 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
Strong
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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage mean this powerhouse is best reserved for special occasions and cooler weather, rather than daily office wear. While excellent for dates and formal events, its intensity makes it less suitable for casual or sporty settings.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

Ethics and formulation

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About

Essencial Oud opens with a vibrant, spicy blend of cardamom, saffron, and bergamot, quickly ushering in a warm, gourmand heart. The rich sweetness of praline and cinnamon mingles with balsamic notes and geranium, all resting on a deep, woody base. The oud here is prominent but not animalic, softened by sandalwood and patchouli, creating a complex and enveloping aroma that lingers for hours.

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