Zoologist Perfumes 2014 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Rhinoceros

by Paul Kiler

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Zoologist Perfumes Rhinoceros is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Paul Kiler. Rhinoceros opens with Bergamot, Pine, Lavender, and Elemi, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Sandalwood. Zoologist Perfumes's Rhinoceros carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This isn't just a scent; it's a defiant roar wrapped in leather and rum. Rhinoceros is a boudacious beast - polarising, demanding, and utterly unforgettable. If you want to make an entrance, not just another impression, this is your weapon.
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Rhinoceros 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and bold, animalic leather accords, this is too assertive for most office environments. It shines on dates and formal occasions where you want to make a powerful, memorable statement, though its rugged nature could work casually for the right person.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Opening with a bold, boozy hit of rum and aromatic pine, Rhinoceros immediately announces its presence. Lavender and sage add a sophisticated, almost medicinal edge, quickly giving way to a heart of rugged leather and smoky oud. The dry down mellows slightly into a rich, earthy blend of vetiver, amber, and sandalwood, maintaining its assertive, untamed character from start to finish. It's a leather-forward fragrance with complex woody and aromatic depth.

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