The Perfume Library

402 Vanille Caramel Santal

7.5

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Bon Parfumeur 402 Vanille Caramel Santal is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and leisure and daily wear come first among occasions. Just over half of voters find it feminine, while many also read it as modern. It opens with almond blossom, sugar powder and almond, sweet and powdery. In the heart, caramel and vanilla bring a creamy warmth, with jasmine softening it slightly. In the base, sandalwood, benzoin and musk balance the sweetness and settle it into a warmer finish.

004 Gin Mandarine Musc

7.9

Bon Parfumeur · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bon Parfumeur 004 Gin Mandarine Musc is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent with a spicy edge, best suited to spring and summer days. It opens bright with bergamot, lemon and mandarin orange. In the heart, nutmeg, ginger and juniper berry add a spicy, slightly green tone. As it dries, tobacco and patchouli stay in the background while tonka bean and white musk sweeten and soften the scent. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, and it is used for leisure, daily wear and the office. It leans masculine, though a good share of voters find it feminine, so it sits comfortably on either. Carthusia Mediterraneo and Creed Aventus Cologne have a close profile.

401 Cèdre Prune Confite Vanille

7.6

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Bon Parfumeur 401 Cèdre Prune Confite Vanille is a unisex scent that sets a sweet, fruity gourmand character against a woody, resinous base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time and evenings. Feminine and masculine votes are close, so it sits comfortably on either side. It opens with elemi resin, cypress and bergamot, a lightly fresh start. At the heart, candied plum, cinnamon leaf and frankincense bring a spicy, fruity warmth. Cedar, vanilla and labdanum dry down creamy, smoky and sweet. Lattafa Pride Ajwaa and Technique Indiscrète Forever Amber have a close profile.

701 Eucalyptus Coriandre Cyprès

7.6

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bon Parfumeur 701 Eucalyptus Coriandre Cyprès is a fresh, green, citrusy scent that suits spring and summer days and easygoing wear. It opens with pineapple, grapefruit and coriander, where fruity sweetness is kept in check by the citrus. In the heart, pepper, rosemary and eucalyptus add a spicy, green, cooling edge. The base settles on amberwood, frankincense and cypress, a woody ground under the freshness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure, daily use and the office. It is unisex, though voters lean slightly towards masculine. Le Couvent Santa Cruz and Acqua di Parma Ginepro di Sardegna have a close profile.

502 Iris Cartagena (Extrait de Parfum)

7.8

Bon Parfumeur · 2024

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Extrait de Parfum

Bon Parfumeur 502 Iris Cartagena Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that sets Caribbean rum, West African cocoa and Ethiopian coffee against the powdery softness of orris root and vanilla. The top holds mandarin petitgrain, Caribbean rum and cocoa, while the heart brings Moroccan orris root, vanilla, American cedar and Indian sandalwood. Two coffees, vetiver and sugar cane anchor the base, keeping it sweet and creamy over a woody, spicy ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and place it mainly in the evening and on nights out, then leisure. Masculine and feminine votes sit close together, so it moves easily between the two. Celine Black Tie and Van Cleef & Arpels Bois Doré have a close profile.

302 Ambre Iris Santal

7.5

Bon Parfumeur · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Bon Parfumeur 302 Ambre Iris Santal is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around vanilla, iris and sandalwood over amber. Pink pepper, geranium and cardamom give it a spicy start. In the heart, vanilla and iris lead while frankincense adds a resinous depth. Musk, sandalwood and amber settle at the base, leaving a powdery, creamy, slightly smoky woody sweetness. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings, leisure and nights out. Longevity and sillage are rated good. It sits between masculine and feminine. Moresque Soul Batik and Akro Glow have a close profile.

003 Yuzu Feuilles de Violette Vétiver

7.4

Bon Parfumeur · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bon Parfumeur 003 Yuzu Feuilles de Violette Vétiver is a unisex scent that keeps the brightness of citrus on a green, woody footing. Bergamot, lime and yuzu give the top a sharp, sparkling citrus. In the heart, jasmine, neroli and elemi resin add a floral, lightly spicy softness. Haitian vetiver, musk and violet leaf settle the base into a green, woody line. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office lead the occasions. Votes for masculine and feminine are nearly even, so it sits comfortably on either. Acqua di Parma Yuzu and Al Haramain Neroli Canvas have a close profile.

403 Myrrh Shadow

8.0

Bon Parfumeur · 2025

Fresh · Green · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 403 Myrrh Shadow is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green opening with a spicy, resinous and smoky woodiness underneath. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and leisure wear, and more voters read it as masculine than feminine, though a fair share see it as feminine. The top is blackcurrant bud absolute, bitter orange and grapefruit, a bright start. In the heart, Nepalese sichuan pepper, cinnamon and Egyptian basil bring spice and green. The base of African myrrh, patchouli, Siam benzoin and vanilla sweetens it and settles into a resinous depth.

102 Thé Cardamome Mimosa

7.4

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bon Parfumeur 102 Thé Cardamome Mimosa is a fresh, green and lightly spiced unisex scent built around cardamom, green tea and mimosa. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often as occasions. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it leaves a calm, close trail. Close to half of voters read it as feminine, though a fair share see it as masculine. It opens with coriander, bergamot and cardamom, which give a citrusy, spicy freshness. In the heart, green tea, jasmine and Grasse mimosa add a soft floral note. The base of oakmoss, violet leaf and musk settles into a powdery, creamy finish.

602 Poivre Cèdre Patchouli

7.5

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Green · Spicy

Bon Parfumeur 602 Poivre Cèdre Patchouli is a unisex scent that sets a spicy, woody character against a fresh, green and faintly smoky backdrop. It opens with frankincense, black pepper, pink pepper and bay rum, then moves to a heart of cedar, chili and neroli. In the base, vetiver, patchouli and benzoin soften it and add a resinous warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall first, then spring, and it leans towards leisure, daily and office wear. Most voters read it as masculine, though it is classed as unisex. Marc Gebauer Berserker and Liquides Imaginaires Sancti have a close profile.

501 Praline Réglisse Patchouli

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Bon Parfumeur 501 Praline Réglisse Patchouli is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. Bergamot and yuzu give a light freshness at the start, while hazelnut sets up the sweetness early. In the heart, liquorice, iris and praliné bring a creamy, spicy confectionery feel. Musk, patchouli and amber close it with a woody warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in third place. It leans towards leisure and evening wear, though it also gets votes for business and daytime. Most voters read it as feminine, but it is classed as unisex. Nicolaï Saint Honoré and Pana Dora Moonlight have a close profile.

902 Armagnac Tabac Blond Cannelle

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Bon Parfumeur 902 Armagnac Tabac Blond Cannelle is a sweet, spicy and smoky unisex scent that suits cold weather and evenings out. It opens with ginger, orange and brandy, where the sharpness of the ginger is softened by the fruity sweetness of the orange. Clove, geranium and cinnamon in the heart add a spicy warmth. The base of vanilla, labdanum and blond tobacco settles into a gourmand, smoky sweetness. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and it is chosen mostly for evenings and nights out. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Voters read it as more masculine than feminine. Its profile is close to François Delì Sweet Tobacco and Zara Warm Black.

204 Figue Edamame Essence d'Ambrette

7.8

Bon Parfumeur · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bon Parfumeur 204 Figue Edamame Essence d'Ambrette is a unisex scent that joins the green, fruity freshness of fig and violet leaf to a calm woody base of sandalwood and cedar. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it neither dominates nor disappears quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and name daily wear, leisure and the office as its settings. Votes for feminine, modern and masculine are close, so it doesn't lean toward either gender. It opens with the fruity, green side of fig alongside violet leaf. In the heart, soy bean, orris concrete and ambrette seed add a powdery, creamy softness. It settles onto a woody base of New Caledonian sandalwood and cedar. Balenciaga B. Balenciaga and Floris Mulberry Fig have a close profile.

801 Embruns Cèdre Pamplemousse

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Bon Parfumeur 801 Embruns Cèdre Pamplemousse is a fresh, citrus-led unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. It opens with a bright citrus burst of mandarin orange, lemon and grapefruit. In the heart, spindrift, rosemary, pink pepper and nutmeg add a green, aquatic and lightly spicy edge. Cedar, cypress and white musk close it on a clean, woody base. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close to the skin without crowding anyone. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often as settings. More voters read it as masculine, though it stays unisex. Heeley Note de Yuzu and Monotheme Aqua Marina have a close profile.

601 Vétiver Cèdre Bergamote

7.1

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Bon Parfumeur 601 Vétiver Cèdre Bergamote is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, green citrus with a spicy, woody backbone. Bergamot and grapefruit give it a clean citrus opening, with pink pepper adding a slight edge. In the heart, pepper, violet leaf and cypriol bring a green, spicy and slightly smoky turn. The base settles into a dry, woody footing of cedar, sandalwood and Haitian vetiver. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. It reads mostly masculine, followed by classic. Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Vétiver Extraordinaire and Hermès Terre d'Hermès (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

103 Fleur de Tiaré Jasmin Hibiscus

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 103 Fleur de Tiaré Jasmin Hibiscus is a fresh, floral and sweet unisex scent led by jasmine sambac, tiaré and hibiscus. The flowers lead: jasmine sambac and tiaré form a creamy floral heart, while neroli and bergamot keep it bright. Musk, vanilla and sand stay in the background and pull the scent towards a soft, powdery sweetness, with a slightly synthetic sheen running through the accords. Voters find its longevity and sillage moderate. Most pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear come first. About half of voters read it as feminine, though it is unisex. Coreterno Punk Motel and Maison Matine Bain de Midi have a close profile.

603 Cuir Encens Fève Tonka

7.4

Bon Parfumeur · 2020

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bon Parfumeur 603 Cuir Encens Fève Tonka is a unisex scent in which a fresh, green opening gives way to smoky, woody leather warmth; it has been discontinued. The top holds lemon, violet leaf and nutmeg; frankincense, cypress and clary sage form the heart, adding a spicy, smoky edge. In the base, leather, cashmeran and tonka bean take over, with the sweetness staying in the background and softening the leathery foundation. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind, and it is worn from daily use through the office to the evening. It reads slightly more masculine than feminine, though a good share of voters call it feminine.

203 Framboise Vanille Mûre

6.7

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 203 Framboise Vanille Mûre is a sweet, floral unisex scent built around raspberry, blackberry and vanilla. It opens with raspberry, pear and neroli, fruity and fresh. In the heart, jasmine and rose carry the floral side while blackberry keeps the fruit going. The base of vanilla, musk and blond woods turns it creamy and softly woody, with a sweet, slightly synthetic feel overall. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and leisure and daily wear come out ahead as occasions. Most voters read it as feminine, though many also call it modern. Câline Mon Paradis and Xerjoff Coro have a close profile.

901 Muscade Amande Patchouli

7.3

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Bon Parfumeur 901 Muscade Amande Patchouli is a unisex scent that suits autumn and spring days, pairing fresh citrus with a sweet, spicy warmth. It opens with almond, grapefruit and ginger, the citrus freshness sitting next to the sweetness of the almond. In the heart, black pepper, Indonesian nutmeg and blond woods build a spicy, woody line. Musk, vanilla, tonka bean and patchouli soften the base and pull it towards an oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and spring, and winter is not far behind. It is chosen mostly for leisure time and the office. It leans slightly masculine but reads as unisex. P1 Members Only and Initio Oud for Happiness have a close profile.

101 Rose Pois de Senteur Cèdre Blanc / 101 Rose Pois de Senteur Patchouli

7.2

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bon Parfumeur 101 Rose Pois de Senteur Cèdre Blanc / 101 Rose Pois de Senteur Patchouli is a fresh, floral unisex scent that most voters place in spring and summer. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and it suits daily wear, leisure time and the office. Voters mostly read it as feminine, though it works as unisex. Bergamot, cardamom and lavender open it brightly. Sweet pea, damask rose and lily of the valley form the heart, and musk, white cedar and patchouli settle it into a soft, woody, powdery base with green and sweet touches.

702 Encens Lavande Bois de Cachemire

6.9

Bon Parfumeur · 2021

Synthetic · Spicy · Woody

Bon Parfumeur 702 Encens Lavande Bois de Cachemire is a smoky, resinous woody fougère, spicy and dry with a slightly synthetic edge, made for anyone. It opens with elemi resin, frankincense and pink pepper, a spicy, resinous start. At the heart, lavender, cedar and cashmere wood bring the woody side forward. The base of vanilla, white musk and Peru balsam softens it and adds a little sweetness. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, then winter and spring; summer gets only a small share. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with some votes for business and evenings. Nearly half of voters read it as masculine, though it is sold as unisex. Clive Christian V: Amber Fougere and Liis Bo have a close profile.

001 Fleur d'Oranger Petit Grain Bergamote

7.3

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Bon Parfumeur 001 Fleur d'Oranger Petit Grain Bergamote is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus against a green, floral backdrop. It wears at a moderate strength, with moderate longevity and a soft trail. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards leisure, daily wear, sport and the office. Votes split almost evenly between feminine and masculine, so it sits in between. It opens with bergamot, mandarin orange and lemon for a fresh, sparkling citrus lift. In the heart, orange blossom, petitgrain and Provençal lavender bring out the floral and green side. The base of musk, rosemary and jasmine softens it and leaves a clean floral trace.

301 Santal Ambre Cardamome

6.8

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Bon Parfumeur 301 Santal Ambre Cardamome is a unisex scent that gathers sandalwood, amber and cardamom into a woody, spicy frame, balanced by sweet and floral touches. It opens with cumin, jasmine and cardamom, a spicy floral start. In the heart, cedar, amber and ylang-ylang soften it and bring out the creamy, resinous side. The base of patchouli, sandalwood and benzoin finishes sweet and woody. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Most voters pick fall, with spring and winter close behind and summer trailing. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, yet also suits evenings and the office. Masculine and feminine votes are level, which fits its unisex character. Chabaud Ambre du Rêve and El Nabil Amber of Yemen have a close profile.

201 Pomme Verte Muguet Coing / 201 Pomme Verte Muguet Poire

6.8

Bon Parfumeur · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Green

Bon Parfumeur 201 Pomme Verte Muguet Coing / 201 Pomme Verte Muguet Poire is a fresh, green and floral unisex scent, built around crisp apple and lily of the valley. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it is most often chosen for leisure, daily wear and the office. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it leaves a light but noticeable trail through the day. Voters read it as mostly feminine, with some calling it modern. It opens with bergamot, Granny Smith apple and blackcurrant leaf, which give a green freshness. In the heart, quince, magnolia and lily of the valley turn it floral and gently sweet. Vetiver, cedar and musk settle underneath as a soft, creamy base.