Sphinx Fragrances 2023 Extrait

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Wood Of Gods

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Sphinx Fragrances Wood Of Gods is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2023. Wood Of Gods opens with Saffron and Almond, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Lily of the Valley, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Musk, Oud, and Patchouli. Sphinx Fragrances's Wood Of Gods carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and misleading in name, this is less a 'Wood of Gods' and more a 'Rose-Almond-Oud Bomb'. Expect potent sweetness and projection; if you hate rose, steer clear, but if you love fragrances like Roses Vanille, this is right up your street.
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Wood Of Gods 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:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

This perfume's eternal longevity and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office wear, as it's likely to overwhelm. It excels in intimate evening settings like dates, where its rich sweetness can shine. While too heavy for casual daytime wear, its luxurious character makes it a strong contender for formal evening events.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Wood of Gods opens with a sweet, almost dessert-like almond note, brightened by a delicate saffron spice and a prominent rose. As it settles, the mint and violet add a fresh, aromatic lift, preventing it from becoming cloying. The base unveils a soft, earthy patchouli, grounded by a subtle oud and warm musk, which, despite the name, takes a backseat to the sweeter, floral elements. The overall impression is a rich, enveloping scent that leans into gourmand territory.

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