Vilhelm Parfumerie 2023 EDP

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Back to the Roots

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Vilhelm Parfumerie Back to the Roots is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023. Back to the Roots opens with Angelica, Petitgrain, and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Iris, Violet, Ginger, and Tea, and dries down to a base of Driftwood, Musk, and Sandalwood. Vilhelm Parfumerie's Back to the Roots carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This one is a divisive brew. A super green, woody iris that some will adore for its unique, almost vintage charm, while others will find it just a bit off or too astringent. Definitely not a blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Masculine
  • Relaxed
  • Bold
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Back to the Roots Eau de Parfum 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
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

Its powdery, woody and green composition leans towards spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and green, clean profile make it suitable for a smart-casual office or daytime wear. However, its unusual character might not be universally appreciated in formal or intimate settings, and it's certainly not for the gym.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a walk through a damp, overgrown garden after the rain. Back to the Roots opens with a sharp, verdant hit of galbanum and petitgrain, softened by a ghostly touch of angelica. The heart reveals a powdery, earthy iris melded with a hint of spicy ginger and delicate violet tea, grounded by a woody base of smooth sandalwood and salty driftwood. It’s green, woody, and slightly anachronistic, like digging up forgotten roots.

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Where to buy

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