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Penhaligon's 2017 EDP

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Agarbathi

by Alex Lee

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Penhaligon's Agarbathi is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Alex Lee. Agarbathi opens with Bergamot, Palo Santo, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Milk, Jasmine, Incense, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Suede, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Fir Resin. Penhaligon's's Agarbathi carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Agarbathi is a bit like that mysterious, well-travelled friend - you're never quite sure what they're up to, but it's always intriguing. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, a genuinely unique incense offering that smells of temples and ancient texts, not for the faint-hearted. Prepare for an olfactory journey.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
Agarbathi Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its smoky, woody character, combined with reports of moderate sillage, make it too strong for the office but ideal for intimate dates or formal evening events. The unique incense profile might be overpowering for casual daytime wear.

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About

Agarbathi opens with a sharp, peppery kick of Palo Santo and pink pepper, quickly giving way to a rich, resinous heart of frankincense and other incenses, softened by elusive jasmine and a creamy milk accord. The dry-down settles into a sophisticated blend of suede, grounding vetiver, and robust sandalwood, with hints of fir resin adding a cool, green edge. It’s woody, amber, and deeply atmospheric.