Sapientiae Niche 2017 Extrait

M ££ Acquired

Heroin

by Sanderson Santana

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Sapientiae Niche Heroin is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Sanderson Santana. Heroin opens with Absinth and Almond, settles into a heart of Cedar and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Resins, Leather, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Sapientiae Niche's Heroin carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Divisive, challenging, and not for everyone. Heroin is a beast that demands attention, with a challenging opening that mellows into something surprisingly sophisticated. You'll either love it or find it completely unwearable.
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Heroin 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:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With eternal longevity and enormous sillage, this isn't one for the office or casual day wear; it would overwhelm. It's best suited for dates or formal evening events where its strong presence can be appreciated and you want to make a statement.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Heroin opens with a potent, almost unsettling hit of herbal absinthe, softened ever so slightly by the creamy sweetness of almond. This initial blast is bold and green, morphing into a heart of woody cedar and the exotic, slightly indolic scent of ylang-ylang. The real magic happens in the dry down, where a rich tapestry of resins, smooth leather, and earthy patchouli emerges, underpinned by warm vanilla and robust sandalwood. It's a journey from challenging herbal bitterness to a deeply comforting, woody-sweet warmth.

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