The Perfume Library

Ixbeta

8.6

Tiziana Terenzi · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Tiziana Terenzi Ixbeta is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a floral, fruity and sweet heart, settling into a woody, creamy finish. Voters rate Ixbeta's longevity as very strong and its sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is only an early indication. There is no season or occasion information to draw on, but the unisex profile lets it sit comfortably on either men or women. The top opens bright with Indian cardamom, Italian lemon and Sicilian orange. The heart turns fruity and floral with peach, raspberry, Bulgarian rose and violet. In the base, Cambodian oud, talcum and sandalwood gather the scent onto a woody, creamy footing.

Rave for Women

7.5

Sapil

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Sapil Rave for Women is a fruity, sweet and spicy women's fragrance that opens with saffron, iris and plum. Saffron, iris and plum lead the top, so fruit and spice arrive together. In the heart, Jasmine sambac and Bulgarian rose add a floral sweetness while iris carries on. The base of vetiver, papyrus and amber settles the scent onto a woody, oriental ground, with the gourmand side still present in the background. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters find it good value, though the vote count is small, so these ratings give only a rough picture. It is made for women and has a close profile to Marc Jacobs Decadence and Câline Belle Icône.

Underworld

7.2

Soivohle

Floral · Gourmand · Spicy

Soivohle Underworld is an unisex scent with an earthy, smoky and resinous character, for anyone drawn to dark, woody perfumes. The notes read as one whole: oakmoss, birch, vetiver and sandalwood build a dry, woody, smoky base. Benzoin, labdanum and vanilla soften it with a sweet, resinous warmth, while coffee and cocoa absolute add a dark gourmand edge and Bulgarian rose brings a floral touch. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it sits close rather than filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its leathery and spicy side keeps it unisex. Farmacia SS. Annunziata Cuoio Toscano and Bogue LiTA have a close profile.

Magnolia

7.5

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Duftanker MGO Duftmanufaktur Magnolia is a fresh, floral unisex scent that sets magnolia, Bulgarian rose and jasmine sambac over a base of sandalwood, vanilla and amber; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Voters spread it almost evenly across leisure, night out, business, daily and evening wear, so it isn't tied to one setting. The top of bergamot, magnolia and lemon gives a fresh, citrus opening. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, jasmine sambac and tuberose bring out the floral side. In the base, sandalwood, vanilla and amber sweeten it into a powdery, creamy, slightly resinous finish. Xerjoff Oesel and Ormaie 28° have a close profile.

Oro

7.9

Renato Balestra · 1997

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Renato Balestra Oro is a women's fragrance that opens with orange blossom, pink pepper and mandarin orange, then turns powdery and chypre. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the wearer. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear and the office are among the occasions it leans towards. The top brings orange blossom, pink pepper, mandarin orange and white peach, giving a sweet, fruity start. The heart builds a floral body from osmanthus, Bulgarian rose and lily of the valley. The base of cypress wood, iris, patchouli and oakmoss leaves a woody, slightly animal and creamy ground. Salvatore Ferragamo Emozione (Eau de Parfum) and Xerjoff Lua have a close profile.

Yamuna River

7.8

Steve Martin · 2019

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Steve Martin Yamuna River is a unisex scent that sets bright citrus over a sweet, creamy floral-woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it sits comfortably near the skin without filling a room. The number of votes is small, so those ratings are only a rough guide. It reads neither strictly masculine nor feminine. The top is led by mandarin orange, lemon, bergamot and plum, with toffee and amber sweetening the citrus from the start. In the heart, jasmine sambac, Bulgarian rose, sandalwood and cardamom come together. Vanilla, tonka bean, musk and ambroxan make up the base, which settles into a creamy, resinous, woody warmth. Nishane Vain & Naïve and Accendis Nooria have a close profile.

Tempesta di Mare

6.3

Maiora Parfum

Fresh · Floral · Aquatic

Maiora Parfum Tempesta di Mare is a fresh, aquatic unisex scent led by white thyme, neroli and aquatic notes. It opens with white thyme and neroli beside the aquatic notes, giving a cool, slightly green start. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, lily of the valley and jasmine add a soft floral layer. The base turns warmer and sweeter with vanilla, patchouli and tonka bean, supported by musk and precious woods. The accords also carry a spicy, synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though with few votes these ratings are tentative. The scent has no strong gender lean and sits comfortably on anyone. Rammstein Diamant L'Eau Intense and Acqua di Portofino Sail have a close profile.

Rose Épicée

6.5

Narciso Rodriguez · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Narciso Rodriguez Rose Épicée is a unisex perfume that pairs Bulgarian rose with cardamom and mandarin water, a fresh floral sweetened by a spicy touch. Longevity and sillage both come out moderate, though the number of ratings is small, so these readings are tentative. The scent is offered as unisex and is not tied to one season or occasion. The notes read as a single whole: rose leads, while cardamom and davana add a light spice and fruity freshness. Tonka bean and musk set it on a creamy, sweet base, and patchouli and Ambrofix leave a soft depth behind.

Kaliningrad Mystery

6.9

Alghabra · 2021

Floral · Green · Spicy

Alghabra Kaliningrad Mystery is a unisex fragrance that pairs jasmine and Bulgarian rose with cypress over a base of Laotian oud and sandalwood. The top notes of jasmine, Bulgarian rose and cypress give a floral, green opening. In the heart, pepper, patchouli and frankincense bring a spicy, earthy, resinous touch. It settles on a woody, creamy, smoky base of Laotian oud, sandalwood, cedarwood and amber, with an animal edge staying in the background. The floral and green start gives way to a dark, resinous wood character. Ajmal Amber Santal and Lalique Encre Noire à L'Extrême have a close profile.

Par Amour pour Elle

5.9

Anthologie by Lucien Ferrero · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Anthologie by Lucien Ferrero Par Amour pour Elle is a women's fragrance in which a fresh, green opening turns into a creamy, sweet bouquet of flowers. The top is neroli, blackcurrant bud, Spanish bluebell and Bulgarian rose, so it starts green and bright. In the heart, sweet william, ylang-ylang, orange blossom absolute and Jasminum auriculatum absolute deepen the floral side and add a creamy texture. The base of labdanum, tuberose absolute, white musk, myrrh and sandalwood softens everything and leaves a gently spicy warmth. The white flowers stay clear from start to finish.

Nostalgie

7.9

Sonoma Scent Studio · 2012

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Sonoma Scent Studio Nostalgie is a unisex chypre built around oakmoss, jasmine absolute and leather, powdery and faintly smoky. The floral side carries jasmine absolute, mimosa, Bulgarian rose and violet, with peach and aldehydes adding a soft, fruity brightness. Underneath, oakmoss, leather, myrrh and Indian patchouli give it a woody, resinous, animal base. Tonka bean, vanilla and French beeswax sweeten that dry foundation. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though few people have voted, so treat those ratings as tentative. It reads equally well on men and women, with a classic chypre character. Weil Chunga and Francesca Bianchi The Lover's Tale have a close profile.

Amour Conjure

7.2

Alkemia · 2016

Floral · Green · Sweet

Alkemia Amour Conjure is a unisex scent that pairs a floral, spicy core with sweet, resinous and smoky tones. Bulgarian rose and geranium shape the floral and green side, while Ceylonese cinnamon adds spice and Bourbon vanilla brings sweetness. Amber, frankincense and resins pull the scent towards an oriental warmth, with patchouli and vetiver giving it an earthy depth. Aldehydes add a bright, slightly synthetic edge. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters place it across leisure, night out, business and evening wear, so it isn't tied to one time of day. It reads as unisex, suited to men and women alike.

Grin

8.1

Ayala Moriel · 2000

Fresh · Floral · Green

Ayala Moriel Grin is a chypre-style women's fragrance with a fresh, floral and earthy green character. Green pepper, galbanum and violet leaf open it sharp, fresh and slightly spicy. In the heart, Turkish rose and Bulgarian rose join Jasminum auriculatum and Tasmanian boronia for a soft floral turn. Vetiver, oud and oakmoss dry it down woody and earthy in the classic chypre manner. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without fading quickly. It is described as a women's fragrance. Ayala Moriel Rainforest and Hermès Amazone have a close profile.

Paradise

8.7

Sherwood · 2022

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Sherwood Paradise is a unisex fragrance where rose, oud and tobacco take the lead, in a floral, spicy and woody frame. The top holds cardamom, lemon, bergamot and coffee; in the heart Bulgarian rose, Philippine oud, jasmine sambac and violet dominate. The base brings tobacco absolute, benzoin, patchouli and vetiver, settling into a resinous, earthy, smoky and slightly leathery finish. Voters find its longevity very strong and its sillage strong; the vote count is small, but it clearly wears dense and leaves a trail. It suits men and women alike. It has been discontinued. Lorenzo Villoresi Atman Xaman and Floris Leather Oud have a close profile.

Ambergris Myanmar

8.3

elkhaldi · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

elkhaldi Ambergris Myanmar is a unisex scent built on Taif rose, Burmese oud and several kinds of ambergris, leaning woody and sweet; it has been discontinued. It gathers Taif, Bulgarian, Bourbon and Damask roses into one floral core, while blackcurrant and berries add a fruity sweetness. Burmese and Cambodian oud, patchouli and vetiver bring a woody, earthy depth. Spices and coumarin soften the sweetness, and the ambergris notes give the whole a resinous, slightly animalic warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so take that as a first impression. Its dense, warm character suits cooler weather and evenings. It reads equally well on men and women.

Horseback

7.7

Laurent Smal · 2023

Citrus · Floral · Green

Laurent Smal Horseback is a unisex scent that leans spicy, woody and resinous, with leathery and smoky touches that give it an earthy, rugged feel. It reads as a single whole rather than a progression: sandalwood, vetiver and patchouli build an earthy, woody base, while saffron, black pepper and pink pepper bring the spice. Grapefruit adds a flash of citrus brightness and iris a powdery softness. Labdanum warms it with resin and ambergris deepens it. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are still tentative. It suits anyone who likes dark, spicy fragrances, on either men or women.

Flower by Kenzo Eau Florale

7.1

Kenzo · 2016

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Kenzo Flower by Kenzo Eau Florale is a fresh floral for women that pairs pink grapefruit and mandarin orange with Bulgarian rose and white peony; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of ratings means that should be read with caution. With no season or occasion votes, it can't be tied to a particular time of year, but it clearly reads feminine. It opens with pink grapefruit and mandarin orange, a fruity brightness. Bulgarian rose and white peony then form the floral heart. In the base, vanilla and white musk sweeten the scent and settle it into a soft, powdery finish. Fresh, floral and fruity accords lead, with gourmand and woody touches in the background.

AlGhaliya Bulgare Fleuri et Animalique (Perfume Oil)

9.0

Elixir Attar

Floral · Aquatic · Sweet

Perfume Oil

Elixir Attar AlGhaliya Bulgare Fleuri et Animalique (Perfume Oil) is a unisex perfume oil that pairs Bulgarian rose, tuberose and gardenia with deer musk and ambergris. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage moderate. As an oil, it should sit close to the skin and stay for a long time. The rating is high, though from few votes, and the balance suits both men and women. The scent as a whole sits between floral and animalic. Bulgarian rose, tuberose, gardenia and lilac carry the flowers, while blue lotus and pink lotus add an aquatic freshness. Deer musk, ambergris, Sri Lankan oud and Mysore sandalwood give it a creamy, woody, leathery and earthy depth.

Amity (Parfum)

8.3

Spirit of Kings · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Spirit of Kings Amity is a fresh, floral and sweet women's fragrance led by strawberry, bergamot and Bulgarian rose. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the vote count is small, so this view is still tentative. It is made for women; there are no season or occasion votes yet. The top notes of strawberry, bergamot, pineapple and saffron open fresh, fruity and lightly spicy. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, Egyptian jasmine and iris build a floral, powdery core. The base of amber, vanilla, sandalwood and musk leaves a sweet, resinous, woody warmth. Arabian Oud Rosewood and Omanluxury Paramour have a close profile.

Sultan Noir III

9.0

Hunayn · 2025

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Hunayn Sultan Noir III is a unisex scent built around rose and oud, where floral and spicy facets meet on a woody, earthy base. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so this is a tendency rather than a firm measure. The perfume has been discontinued and reads neither masculine nor feminine. Taif rose and Bulgarian rose shape the floral side, while Malayan oud and hay absolute add an earthy, woody depth. Honey and tonka bean sweeten the blend and give it an oriental warmth, with Himalayan musk and white ambergris softening it in the background.

Oud (Eau de Parfum)

7.5

BMRVLS

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Eau de Parfum

BMRVLS Oud Eau de Parfum is a sweet, resinous unisex scent that sets Bulgarian rose and oud beside cedarwood, frankincense and sandalwood. It opens with Bulgarian rose and geranium in a floral start. In the heart, cedarwood and frankincense build a woody, resinous frame. The base of sandalwood, oud, castoreum and nagarmotha settles into a sweet, spicy, oriental warmth, with a synthetic undertone alongside. Voters find both longevity and sillage good, though the number of votes is small. It suits men and women alike. Profumum Roma Amante and Mauboussin Cristal Oud have a close profile.

Never Look Back

6.1

Lost Academy · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Spicy

Lost Academy Never Look Back is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that settles onto a spicy, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it leaves a noticeable but not heavy trail through the day. The number of voters is small, so these ratings give only a rough idea. The top notes of bergamot, grapefruit and grass open bright, with pink pepper adding a touch of spice. The heart brings together osmanthus, cedar and Bulgarian rose. In the base, oud, sandalwood and tobacco give a woody depth, softened by amber and vanilla.

Pink Velvet / Rose Petals

7.9

Maison Alhambra

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Maison Alhambra Pink Velvet / Rose Petals is a rose-centred women's fragrance that opens fresh and floral, then moves towards a sweet, spicy side. Bulgarian rose and May rose lead the opening; saffron and Turkish rose follow in the heart, with saffron adding a spicy edge to the rose. In the base, tonka bean and vanilla sweeten the scent while patchouli lays down a woody, earthy floor. Citrus and green accents keep the rose from feeling heavy. Longevity and sillage are both rated good by voters, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a first impression. It reads feminine and suits those who like rose with vanilla. Vivian Gray Wild Flowers and Tom Ford Café Rose (2012) have a close profile.

Ood Morning V (Extrait de Parfum)

8.9

Vivace Perfumes · 2025

Extrait de Parfum

Vivace Perfumes Ood Morning V Extrait de Parfum is a unisex scent that sets Assam oud, leather and rose against the warmth of jasmine and tonka bean. The scent reads as a single whole: Assam oud, leather and animalic notes carry the weight, while earthy notes and patchouli deepen that darker line. Bulgarian rose, May rose and jasmine sambac add a soft floral side, and Bourbon vanilla with tonka bean brings a sweet, warm edge. Coriander and Mediterranean nuts add a spiced, nutty touch to the blend. Laurent Smal Ood Morning IV and Kolmaz Sufiyana have a close profile.