Oakcha Extrait

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Forbidden Grass

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Oakcha Forbidden Grass is an Extrait de Parfum. Forbidden Grass opens with Grapefruit, Cardamom, Elemi, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Mate and Nutmeg, and dries down to a base of Cashmeran, Cedar, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Oakcha's Forbidden Grass carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a nostalgic, earthy-smoky dream; for others, it's a culinary nightmare or a 'kale juice' disaster. Definitely sample before you commit.
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  • Bold
  • Gourmand
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Woody
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Forbidden Grass Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom36%
Elemi27%
Grapefruit18%
Thyme18%
Heartas listed
Mate50%
Nutmeg50%
Baseas listed
Cedar27%
Guaiac Wood27%
Patchouli27%
Cashmeran18%

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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage mean it can be a bit much for a formal office setting. However, its unique, earthy character makes it interesting for casual outings or a distinctive choice for a date, though not universally appealing.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-declared Oakcha says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Forbidden Grass opens with a surprisingly sharp burst of grapefruit and thyme, given a spicy edge from cardamom. This quickly deepens into a herbaceous heart of mate and nutmeg, which some detect as a distinctive, green 'cannabis' note. The dry down is a rich, grounding blend of cashmere and guaiac woods, cedar, and patchouli, creating a long-lasting, smoky, and forest-like aura.

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