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Beaufort

Absent Presence

Perfumer: Julie Dunkley

2023UnisexModern

Votes lean masculine

6.7/ 10
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Beaufort Absent Presence is a green, woody unisex scent that suits spring and autumn days.

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Skunky's take: A fresh breeze, my nose just got some air.

How does it perform?

From 53 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
6.6 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
7.7 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
5.9 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Medium risk

62% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Citrus
  2. Floral
  3. Green
  4. Sweet
  5. Synthetic
  6. Spicy
  7. Woody
  8. Powdery

What does Absent Presence smell like?

Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by autumn and winter. It leans towards leisure time and evenings out; more people read it as masculine, though a fair number call it feminine.

Bergamot and galbanum give it a green, citrusy character, and black pepper and violet leaf absolute add a spicy edge. Cedarwood, sandalwood and Bourbon vetiver form a woody base, with smoked leather casting a leathery shadow. Jasmine, amber and musk soften the whole into something powdery and creamy. Phlur Somebody Wood and Baldessarini Uomo have a close profile.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 32%
    Spring
  • 28%
    Autumn
  • 26%
    Winter
  • 14%
    Summer
  • Casual
    28%
  • Nighttime
    21%
  • Evening
    21%
  • Office
    16%
  • Daytime
    15%

Least picked for daytime.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026