Novellista 2022 EDP

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Desert Wood

by Cyrill Rolland

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Novellista Desert Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Cyrill Rolland. Desert Wood opens with Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Chili, Saffron, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Benzoin, and Lorenox. Novellista's Desert Wood carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly polarising beast, Desert Wood splits the room clean in two. Some hail it as a unique, masterful woody scent; others find the spicy opening just too much to handle. Definitely not for everyone, but those who get it, get it hard.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
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Desert Wood 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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With moderate longevity and sillage, it's not overpowering, but its rich, spicy character makes it less suitable for a professional office setting. It shines brightest on an evening out or a date, and the deep, smoky notes lend themselves well to cooler, more introspective casual moments.

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

Desert Wood opens with a sharp, invigorating kick of pink pepper, nutmeg, and ginger, delivering a bold, spicy embrace that quickly settles. As it develops, a smoky heart of chili, saffron, and incense emerges, adding a mysterious and deep warmth. The dry down unveils a wonderfully smooth and creamy blend of sandalwood, benzoin, and Lorenox, leaving a sophisticated, woody trail that feels both ancient and modern.

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