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Al Sahra

by Émilie Coppermann

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The Different Company Al Sahra is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Émilie Coppermann. Al Sahra opens with Salt, Pebbles, and Violet, settles into a heart of Lily and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Labdanum, and Incense. The Different Company's Al Sahra carries a Favourite verdict, an elemental-led wear.

This one's a proper grower, shifting from an initial metallic bite to a creamy, incense-laden warmth. Its performance divides opinion, but give it a bit of time on skin and you might just find yourself smitten. Not for everyone, but those who 'get it' really do.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Soft
  • Clean
  • Elegant
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Al Sahra Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pebbles39%
Salt36%
Violet25%
Heartas listed
Lily56%
Cinnamon44%
Baseas listed
Incense32%
Labdanum27%
Sandalwood26%
Patchouli16%

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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage makes it suitable for office wear, as noted by some, but its unique character lends itself better to more intimate or dressier settings. The warm, balsamic, and incensy accords are ill-suited for energetic activities.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., FRAGRANCE, WATER,  ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, BENZYL SALICYLATE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE,  LIMONENE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE,  ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, BHT, LINALOOL, EUGENOL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, GERANIOL.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Al Sahra opens with an intriguing, almost cool mineral and salt accord, brightened by violet, giving it a somewhat metallic edge. This soon mellows into a heart of subtle lily and a whisper of cinnamon, adding a delicate spiced sweetness. The dry-down is where it truly shines, unfolding into a rich, creamy blend of balsamic labdanum, smooth sandalwood, earthy patchouli, and soft, contemplative incense. It’s an amber-woody scent that feels both ancient and modern, with a unique warmth.

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