The Perfume Library

Sugarwood

8.4

Nebiru Parfvms · 2025

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Nebiru Parfvms Sugarwood is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around cherry, caramel and Bourbon vanilla, with a resinous, spicy depth underneath. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated good, and most voters score them high. As a unisex scent it suits men and women alike. It has been discontinued. Taken as a whole, cherry, strawberry, amaretto and caramel form a sweet, fruity gourmand line. Underneath, Bourbon vanilla, amber and Siam benzoin add a soft resinous warmth, while Ceylonese cinnamon brings a spicy edge.

Imaginary

8.6

Montagne Parfums · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Montagne Parfums Imaginary is a men's fragrance that opens with a citrus and aquatic freshness and moves toward a spicier, oriental side. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good, though only a small number of voters have weighed in, so treat that with some caution. With no season or occasion votes, its fresh character points more toward daytime wear. Calabrian bergamot, lemon and Sicilian orange give the opening a bright citrus lift. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and Nigerian ginger add spice while Tunisian neroli brings a soft floral note. The base of gaiac wood, ambroxan and frankincense sets a dry, woody ground, and Chinese black tea softens it slightly.

Pure Alpha (Perfume Oil)

5.2

Sultan Of Style

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Perfume Oil

Sultan Of Style Pure Alpha is a perfume oil for men that opens on grapefruit, mint and mandarin orange and settles into Ceylonese cinnamon, rose and leather. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as weak, though the vote count is small, so this is only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, but the perfume is aimed at men. The top is fresh and bright with grapefruit, mint and mandarin orange. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and spicy notes take the lead, with rose softening the sweetness. The base brings leather, ambergris, woody notes and Indian patchouli, leaving a fresh, sweet, spicy and leathery impression. Lattafa Najdia and Sangado Pure Gold for Men have a close profile.

Dolcia

6.4

Detaille

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Detaille Dolcia is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits daytime wear, with a fruity and floral side softened by sweetness. The top holds quince, green apple and Egyptian carnation, so it opens fresh, green and fruity. In the heart, lemon blossom, peach blossom and Ceylonese cinnamon add a soft floral touch. The base of white cedar, osmanthus and amber settles it onto a woody, lightly sweet ground. Voters rate its longevity as moderate and its sillage as weak, though the vote counts are small, so treat that as a rough guide. Daily and leisure wear lead, with some votes for business and evening too. Björk & Berries Never Spring and Elizabeth Arden Sunflowers have a close profile.

Ingenium / Enygma

6.7

Onyrico · 2015

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Onyrico Ingenium / Enygma is a spicy, woody unisex scent that suits fall and winter days best. It opens with Ceylonese cinnamon, bergamot and pimento, a spicy start. In the heart, incense and Damask rose come forward, while tobacco and gardenia add a soft floral touch. The base builds an earthy, woody and slightly smoky ground from cedar and vetiver, with amber sweetening it. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards leisure time and evenings. It has a profile close to Armani Privé Rose d'Arabie and Tom Ford Ombré Leather.

Kronos

7.1

Giardino Benessere · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Giardino Benessere Kronos pairs Bulgarian rose, Ceylonese cinnamon and vanilla in a floral, spicy unisex scent. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads as unisex, and its sweet, creamy side gives it a warm, oriental feel. It opens with orange blossom, carnation, iris and orris root, a floral and powdery frame. In the heart, Bulgarian rose is spiced by Ceylonese cinnamon and Indian black pepper, with amber softening the middle. The base of vanilla, Cambodian oud, musk and sandalwood is sweet, woody and faintly animalic.

Altaï

6.7

Noème · 2023

Fresh · Synthetic · Spicy

Noème Altaï is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy character with a woody, resinous base, with synthetic and earthy touches rounding it out. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though the vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so it is best not to tie it to a particular time; it sits comfortably on both men and women. It opens with pink pepper, Ceylonese cinnamon and cardamom for a lively, spicy start. Clove, coffee and fig take over in the heart, and the base settles on patchouli, woods, vanilla, cashmere wood and ambroxan, woody with a light sweetness. Marc Jacobs Bang and Carolina Herrera Bad Boy Cobalt Elixir have a close profile.

Calle Ocho (Extrait de Parfum)

8.3

Fulton & Roark · 2023

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Extrait de Parfum

Fulton & Roark Calle Ocho Extrait de Parfum is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent that warms cinnamon, tobacco and dark chocolate into one dense, spicy blend. Ceylonese cinnamon, orange zest and rum give a spicy, faintly boozy warmth first. Dark chocolate and tonka bean sweeten it, while tobacco, labdanum and Australian sandalwood hold a woody, resinous, slightly earthy base throughout. Night-blooming jasmine and musk soften the richness. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, and although the sample is small, the picture is consistent. With its sweet, spicy build it suits cooler weather and evenings more easily. It reads as wearable by men and women alike. Anyone after a similar profile could also look at Byredo Havana Tonka and Odette Parfum Co. Grand Battement.

Salvador (2010)

6.9

Salvador Dali · 2010

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Salvador Dali Salvador (2010) is a men's fragrance that opens fresh and fruity, then settles into a sweet, spicy and woody body. The top is cubeb, nashi pear and Ceylonese cinnamon, with the juicy pear lifted by spice. In the heart, sandalwood, cedar and frankincense build a woody, slightly smoky base layer. Vanilla, musk and amber sweeten the drydown and finish it with an oriental warmth. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick fall, though spring, winter and summer all draw similar support. Votes spread evenly across daytime, business, evening and night out, which points to an easy everyday wear. Arabian Oud Amiri and Kerosene Blackmail share a close profile.

Sigismondo

7.4

V Canto · 2020

Floral · Spicy · Woody

V Canto Sigismondo is a unisex scent that opens with Ceylonese cinnamon and Italian saffron and settles into the dark, woody depth of Cambodian and Indian oud. Cinnamon and saffron lead at first. In the heart, Bulgarian rose, patchouli, Cambodian oud and cypriol push the scent towards floral, earthy and leathery tones. The base of musk, ambergris, Indian oud and vanilla adds a warm, animalic and lightly sweet footing. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, though these ratings rest on a small number of votes. It reads as a dense, oriental scent that suits both men and women. Taif Al-Emarat UAE Oud and Tiziana Terenzi Alioth have a close profile.

Amber Balsam

7.2

Maksim Perfume · 2024

Green · Fruity · Sweet

Maksim Perfume Amber Balsam is a resinous, spicy unisex scent with a woody, sweet and slightly earthy character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. Being unisex, it doesn't lean toward either gender. It opens with Calabrian bergamot, clove leaf and Guatemala cardamom; in the heart, vetiver, Chinese green tea and Ceylonese cinnamon come forward. The base of Siam oud, Tolu balm and labdanum adds a resinous, sweet warmth.

Batavia Oud (2023)

7.8

Ucca · 2023

Spicy · Woody · Animal

Ucca Batavia Oud is a spicy, woody and smoky unisex scent, deepened by leathery and animalic tones; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters rate the longevity high, while opinions on projection are more mixed. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on both men and women, and it is dense and heavy in character. Ceylonese cinnamon brings a spicy warmth, while leather and Himalayan cedar lay down a dry, earthy base. Sumatran and Borneo oud join Indonesian sandalwood to add a creamy, powdery, resinous depth. The notes don't separate into stages; the scent moves as one woody cloud from start to finish.

Babylon

8.7

OM Parfum · 2024

Green · Gourmand · Spicy

OM Parfum Babylon is a dark, unisex scent dominated by tobacco, spice and resin, with green and gourmand sides; it has been discontinued. In Babylon, Virginia tobacco absolute, Burley tobacco, Ceylonese cinnamon and clove build a spicy frame. Cambodian oud, leather and animalic musk add a leathery, earthy weight, while hay absolute and cannabis draw a green edge. White honey, date, maple syrup and milk tea pull it toward a creamy, sweet gourmand side. Voters find its longevity and sillage strong, though the number of votes is small. With its dense, woody and spicy build, it doesn't lean toward either gender. Argos Nemean Lion and Wolf Brothers Deer have a close profile.

Amore Mio Forever (Eau de Parfum)

5.9

Jeanne Arthes · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Jeanne Arthes Amore Mio Forever Eau de Parfum is a fresh, citrusy floral-fruity scent for women, sweet in character but light in feel. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of ratings means this impression is tentative. It is positioned as a women's fragrance. It opens with rose, bergamot, lemon and blackcurrant for a bright start. The heart brings jasmine, peach, exotic fruits and Ceylonese cinnamon, adding a floral, fruity sweetness. The base of apple, amber and musk softens everything, with aquatic and gourmand accents staying in the background. Toni Gard Seaside Woman and Gabriela Sabatini Happy Life share a close profile.

Annicke 6

7.4

Eight & Bob · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Eight & Bob Annicke 6 is a floral, sweet scent for women, sharpened by spice and wood; it has been discontinued. It opens with Sichuan pepper, bergamot and carnation, a spicy and slightly fresh start. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon, rose absolute and the Ambre accord set the floral sweetness on a warm, oriental base. Indian sandalwood, labdanum and benzoin dry it down to a creamy, woody softness. Longevity is rated good, while sillage is moderate, so it stays close rather than filling a room. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Jul et Mad Bella Donna and Chloé Orchidée de Minuit have a close profile.

Dreaming / دريمينج

6.6

Ayat

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Ayat Dreaming is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance built around Calabrian bergamot, lemon and Sicilian orange. The top is three citrus notes side by side. In the heart, Ceylonese cinnamon and Nigerian ginger add spice, softened by Tunisian neroli. The base holds gaiac wood, ambroxan, Chinese black tea and frankincense. The overall feel is aquatic and green, with the spice kept in the background. Voters find the longevity moderate and the sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so this reading is tentative. Avapari Citrus Ceylon and BBS Soaps Timelapse have a close profile.

Huacaya

8.9

Graham & Pott · 2021

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Graham & Pott Huacaya is a unisex perfume that puts saffron, Ceylonese cinnamon and Grasse violet up front, with a floral, fruity and spicy character. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads as unisex, leaning neither masculine nor feminine. It opens with saffron, Ceylonese cinnamon and a dew drop, with the spice coming first. In the heart, South American heliotrope, Scottish raspberry and Grasse violet turn it sweeter, floral and fruity. The base of powdery notes, Cambodian oud and musk dries down woody and oriental. Alexandre.J Rose Oud and La Prairie Life Threads Ruby have a close profile.

The Golden Triangle

8.6

N•O•A•M · 2026

Citrus · Spicy · Woody

N•O•A•M The Golden Triangle is a unisex fragrance built around narcissus absolute, opoponax and oud resin, holding citrus, spice and smoke together, and it has been discontinued. It reads as a single whole rather than a top-to-base progression: Asian pomelo and kaffir lime bring citrus, cinnamon and cardamom bring spice, and patchouli and vetiver add an earthy side. Oud, benzoin and labdanum give a resinous core, civet and castoreum add animal warmth, and birch tar lends a smoky edge. Voters find its longevity good and its sillage good too, though the sample is small, so this is only a rough guide. It suits those who like dense, resinous, woody-smoky scents. Nebiru Parfvms Mandalay and Extra Virgo Sacred Tobacco have a close profile.

Amygdala

8.7

Mendittorosa · 2022

Floral · Green · Spicy

Mendittorosa Amygdala is a unisex fragrance that darkens a floral and green core with spice, resin and smoke. Its longevity and sillage are rated strong, though these ratings rest on only a few votes. The dense character suits cooler weather and wearers who want to be noticed, on men and women alike. It opens with arabica coffee, Ceylonese cinnamon and pink pepper, a warm and spicy start. In the heart, orange blossom, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang, galbanum and violet leaf hold floral and green together, giving a powdery, creamy texture. The base of vetiver, gaiac wood and labdanum settles into a woody, earthy and smoky ground. Oriza L. Legrand Gentry Jockey Club and Raer Scents No. 07: Orris Root have a close profile.

Arsenic Osman

7.5

LM Parfums · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

LM Parfums Arsenic Osman is a floral, spicy unisex scent built on plum and Ceylonese cinnamon, with French violet and osmanthus at its heart. It opens with plum and Ceylonese cinnamon, fruity and spiced. In the heart, French violet, jasmine sambac and Indian osmanthus bring a floral, powdery side. Bourbon vanilla, white leather and Indonesian patchouli sweeten the base and close it with a woody, resinous warmth. The overall impression sits between fresh and oriental, with a faint synthetic sheen. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. Being unisex, it reads comfortably on both men and women. Serge Lutens Féminité du bois and Pomellato Nudo Amber have a close profile.

Talitha

7.4

Tiziana Terenzi · 2022

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Tiziana Terenzi Talitha is a unisex scent that opens on citrus and ties spice, flowers and leather to smoky woods. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as good, so it carries beyond the skin and spreads comfortably. The number of votes is small, so take that as a first impression. The top is bright with lemon leaf, Sicilian pink grapefruit, Calabrian bergamot and Amalfi lemon. In the heart, Bulgarian rose and ylang-ylang meet Ceylonese cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg, while Italian leather and ambergris add a leathery weight. The base settles into a woody, smoky floor of gaiac wood, Atlas cedar and vetiver. Nicolaï Cuir Cuba Intense and Adnan B. Noir have a close profile.

Sultan d'Orient

8.1

Monkoku · 2025

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Monkoku Sultan d'Orient is a unisex scent built around oud, rose and sweet spice, with a sweet, woody, oriental character. It opens with pear, lavender and Ceylonese cinnamon, while Laotian oud adds a woody depth from the first moments. In the heart, Turkish rose and Damask rose sit alongside Indian oud and cedarwood. The base of tonka bean, vanilla, amber and sandalwood softens and sweetens the whole, with oud still lingering underneath. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, and voters rate its value for money highly, though the number of votes is small, so these impressions are tentative. It suits anyone who wants a dense, spicy oriental on either men's or women's skin. Spirit of Kings Zaurac and Lattafa Amethyst have a close profile.

Mnemosine

7.8

Giardino Benessere · 2023

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Giardino Benessere Mnemosine is a unisex fragrance that pairs fresh citrus with a sweet floral and fruity heart, deepened by spice and wood. The top opens bright with Italian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and French blackcurrant, while Mexican tuberose and Thai ylang-ylang bring the flowers in early. In the heart, jasmine sambac, peach, cinnamon and narcissus turn it sweeter and lightly spiced. The base settles into a creamy, woody ground of vanilla blossom, patchouli and musk. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though few people have voted so far, so those ratings are tentative. The move from a fresh opening to a sweet, creamy finish makes it easy to wear on any skin. Tiziana Terenzi Halley and Tiziana Terenzi Rosso Pompei have a close profile.

Marlina XQ

8.2

Nebiru Parfvms · 2025

Floral · Aquatic · Sweet

Nebiru Parfvms Marlina XQ is a unisex fragrance that sets oud, sandalwood and ambergris beneath a floral, spicy core, and it has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole: Ceylonese cinnamon and Iranian saffron carry the spice, while Persian rose absolute, night-blooming jasmine absolute and black geranium bring the floral side. Indonesian and Burmese oud, Mysore and Australian sandalwood and myrrh add a woody, creamy, resinous depth, and black and white ambergris sweeten and soften the picture, with an aquatic accord staying in the background. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. There is no clear voting on season or occasion, but the rich, spicy build points more towards cooler weather. Perfumes with a close profile include Nebiru Parfvms Ruby Red and Memo Paris Cappadocia.