Zoologist Perfumes 2017 EDP

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Elephant

by Chris Bartlett

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Zoologist Perfumes Elephant is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Chris Bartlett. Elephant opens with Green Notes, Magnolia, and Tea, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Woody Notes, Jasmine, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Zoologist Perfumes's Elephant carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a true love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a masterful journey into a humid jungle, while others get nothing but unpleasant earthy notes. Definitely not a safe blind buy, but endlessly fascinating if it clicks with you.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Relaxed
Elephant Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes43%
Heartas listed
Woody Notes20%

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 Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its bold, unique green and woody character, combined with reports of strong projection, make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its complex and intriguing nature lends itself well to casual wear and even some daring date nights.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Elephant immerses you in a verdant, damp jungle: starting with a potent blast of green leaves and tea, it slowly unfurls into a creamy heart of coconut milk and velvety cacao, offset by subtle florals and smoky incense. The journey concludes on an earthy, woody base of patchouli and sandalwood, echoing the deep, rich forest floor.

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Complement

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