Nishane 2015 Extrait

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Afrika Olifant

by Jorge Lee

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Nishane Afrika Olifant is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Jorge Lee. Afrika Olifant opens with Labdanum, Myrrh, Frankincense, and Ambergris, settles into a heart of Leather and Castoreum, and dries down to a base of Musk and Civet. Nishane's Afrika Olifant carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a fiercely divisive animalic beast, celebrated by some as a profound masterpiece and reviled by others as an affront to good taste. It's a challenging wear, but rewards those brave enough to embrace its primal power.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
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Afrika Olifant Extrait 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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent animalic and smoky profile, coupled with strong performance, makes it unsuitable for professional settings or active wear. However, its commanding presence is perfect for confident individuals attending formal events or seeking a bold statement for a date night.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM(FRAGRANCE), BENZYL BENZOATE, BHT, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL CINNAMATE, EUGENOL, COUMARIN, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, BENZYL ALCOHOL, ISOEUGENOL, CINNAMAL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Afrika Olifant opens with an intense wave of ancient resins, labdanum, frankincense and myrrh, mingled with the bracing marine tang of ambergris. These give way to a deeply carnal heart of civet, castoreum, and rich, worn leather. The drydown settles into a musky, smoky embrace, retaining its animalic character while softening into an earthy, almost primeval warmth.

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