The Perfume Library

Embers (2020)

8.2

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume · 2020

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Embers is a sweet, powdery floral-oriental that leans resinous, spicy and woody, and it is unisex in character. Embers is rated as strong in longevity and good in sillage, though only a small number of votes stand behind those ratings. It suits men and women alike and has been discontinued. The notes read as a single whole: Damask rose, amber and Mysore sandalwood give a creamy, earthy warmth, while Calabrian bergamot lightens it slightly. The rose leads, and the amber and sandalwood sweeten and soften it. Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Embers Renaissance and Chanel Coromandel (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Fifty Shades of Oud

7.3

Reza Shari · 2022

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Reza Shari Fifty Shades of Oud is a unisex fragrance that sets Cambodian oud and Damask rose against Bourbon vanilla and spices. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so that reading is tentative. It is unisex, and no votes point to a particular season or occasion. The scent leans floral and sweet: Damask rose and Bourbon vanilla form a soft base, while the spices add warmth. Cambodian oud carries the woody and leathery side, and Japanese musk rounds the whole into an oriental blend. Its profile is close to Roberto Ugolini 4 Rosso and Mancera Jasmin Exclusif.

Royal Platinum

8.1

Charriol · 2012

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Charriol Royal Platinum is a sweet, spicy and smoky men's fragrance built around Persian saffron, chili and oud. It opens sharp and spicy with Persian saffron and chili. The heart brings together Somalian frankincense, Damask rose and leather, where the floral side is overshadowed by a leathery, resinous feel. Oud, benzoin and amber in the base sweeten it and tie it to an oriental warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the number of votes is small. With its spicy, smoky and sweet structure it reads masculine. Chopard Black Incense Malaki and Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Cuir Noir have a close profile.

Lhasa Rose 1924

8.0

Hima Jomo · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Hima Jomo Lhasa Rose 1924 is a unisex perfume that sets rose in a fresh, green and smoky frame, reading cooler and drier than a classic rose scent. It opens with bergamot, pink pepper and geranium leaf, a citrusy, spicy and green freshness. In the heart, Tibetian incense, Rosa centifolia and damask rose take the lead, softened by ambergris. The base of Indian sandalwood, musk and oud settles it onto a woody, resinous floor. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it makes itself felt without filling the room. Votes are few, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It suits wearers of any gender, especially those who want rose without heavy sweetness.

Elixir - Mysterious Rose

8.4

Amouroud · 2019

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Amouroud Elixir - Mysterious Rose is a floral oriental that sets Tibetan, damask and Bulgarian rose on a sweet, creamy base, worn easily by men and women alike. It opens with pepper and lemon giving a slight bite, while praliné and fig sweeten it quickly. In the heart, three roses lead alongside osmanthus and violet leaf; in the base, benzoin, Tahitian vanilla absolute and cedarwood carry the rose into a powdery, creamy, warm finish. Fruity and spicy touches keep the sweetness balanced. Longevity and sillage are rated strong, so a light hand is enough. The vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Its dense, sweet character suits cooler weather and evening wear. By Terry Délectation Splendide and Yves Rocher Rose Ispahan (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Fleuriste

7.3

Cos Perfumery · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Cos Perfumery Fleuriste is a unisex fragrance that opens with a fresh mix of mandarin orange, pink pepper and bergamot, then settles into magnolia, damask rose and peony. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, though the vote counts are small, so those readings are tentative. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear, leisure and the office; evening and night out come further behind. It reads comfortably on anyone, neither distinctly masculine nor feminine. Citrus leads at first, with pink pepper adding a light spice. In the heart the floral side comes forward: magnolia, rose and peony sit on a green, fresh ground. The base of musk, woods and Bourbon vanilla softens it and adds a little sweetness. Its profile is close to L'Artisan Parfumeur Mémoire de Roses and Agonist Floralust.

Infinity

8.0

Elyon · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Elyon Infinity is a unisex oriental that deepens a floral, fruity sweetness with spice and wood. Damask rose, black raspberry and wild berries give the scent its sweet, fruity side, while saffron and benzoin add a spicy warmth. Assam oud, amberwood and woody notes set all that sweetness on a dry, dense base. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as very strong, though the vote count is small. It reads as full and assertive, equally at home on men and women. Simone Andreoli Rose of Dangerous Flamenco and Widian Liwa have a close profile.

Pink Quartz (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Olivier Durbano · 2010

Citrus · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Olivier Durbano Pink Quartz Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent where pink grapefruit, saffron and Damask rose bring citrus and floral accords onto a resinous, smoky base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though both ratings rest on few votes. Voters pick it most for evening and leisure, with daily wear, a night out and business close behind. It reads equally well on anyone, unisex in character. The top opens with pink grapefruit, bergamot, ginger and saffron, while frankincense adds a resinous weight. In the heart, Damask rose and palmarosa form a floral backbone. The base of benzoin, myrrh and patchouli sweetens the scent and dries it down into an earthy, powdery, slightly smoky chypre. Zoologist Nightingale and Anna Zworykina Midwinter Moon have a close profile.

Troubled Spirits (Eau de Parfum)

7.1

Paraphrase · 2015

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Parfum

Paraphrase Troubled Spirits Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with a sweet, spicy and smoky character, leaning woody and resinous. It opens with orange zest and whisky. Oak and damask rose sit in the heart, where the woody accord becomes clear. Frankincense, patchouli and amber settle it onto a resinous, sweet base. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this rests on a limited sample. The warm, smoky build suits cooler weather and reads equally well on anyone. Profumum Roma Patchouly and Serge Lutens Ambre sultan (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Elixir - Golden Oud

8.2

Amouroud · 2019

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Amouroud Elixir - Golden Oud is a sweet, woody and spicy unisex fragrance built around Indian oud, damask rose, caramel and bourbon vanilla absolute. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so that picture is tentative. The dense, sweet, oriental character leans towards cooler weather and evenings. It reads neither clearly masculine nor feminine and can be worn by anyone. It opens with Kir Royal, heliotrope and violet, a powdery, lightly floral sweetness. In the heart, iris, patchouli, damask rose and Indian oud add a woody, spicy depth. The base brings myrrh, caramel, tobacco and bourbon vanilla absolute together in a gourmand warmth, softened by musk and gaiac wood.

Scent Bar 900

6.1

Scent Bar · 2017

Floral · Green · Sweet

Scent Bar 900 is a unisex fragrance that opens with damask rose and Sicilian mandarin orange, then settles into oud, patchouli and frankincense, with a resinous, woody and slightly smoky character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these figures are only indicative. Voters pick it most for leisure, a night out and evening wear, with daily and business use further behind. The opening pairs rose and mandarin for a floral, green freshness. In the heart, labdanum, frankincense, patchouli, oud and cedarwood pull it towards a spicy, woody, smoky style. The base of musk and ambergris leaves a sweet, powdery and creamy softness.

Ambergris Bouquet

8.9

elkhaldi · 2025

Floral · Aquatic · Fruity

elkhaldi Ambergris Bouquet is a floral and woody unisex fragrance built around Taif rose, Indian oud and several kinds of ambergris; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, and although the votes are few, both scores are high. It reads unisex and suits anyone who wants a dense, full-bodied scent. The floral accord leads: Taif, Bulgarian, Bourbon and Damask roses join iris and carnation. Underneath, Indian and Thai oud, patchouli, vetiver and spices lay a woody, resinous base. Black, white and brown ambergris with propolis push the scent towards a creamy, sweet and slightly animalic side. Fragrances with a close profile include elkhaldi Ambergris Nicotina and elkhaldi Ambergris Myanmar.

Ghaliyah Reflection

8.1

Dixit & Zak · 2023

Fresh · Floral · Spicy

Dixit & Zak Ghaliyah Reflection is a unisex scent that sets a fresh lime and bergamot opening against rose, jasmine and tuberose, then settles onto oud, ambergris and musk. It has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though few people have voted, so those ratings are only a rough guide. The animal, resinous and oriental character makes it heavy and deep, and it can sit comfortably on either men or women. Lemon, pink grapefruit and damask rose give a cool, bright start. In the heart, rose absolute, blackcurrant, osmanthus and Indian spices warm the floral side with spice. In the base, Bangladeshian oud, saffron, myrrh and castoreum deepen it into something woody and resinous.

Potion for Her

7.5

Police · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Police Potion for Her is a feminine fruity-floral with an oriental lean, its heart of fruit and flowers settling onto salted caramel and vanilla. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters choose it most for leisure and evening, with night out, daily wear and business close behind. It reads feminine. It opens with bergamot, red apple and pink pepper, a fresh fruity start. The heart brings peach juice, orange blossom, magnolia and Damask rose, softly floral. The base of salted caramel, benzoin, amber and vanilla turns it sweet and warm. Hugo Boss The Scent Elixir for Her and Rasasi Blue Lady have a close profile.

Quintessence Intense

7.9

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Teone Reinthal Natural Perfume Quintessence Intense is a unisex chypre built around oakmoss, ylang-ylang and rose, leaning floral and woody with a fresh edge. The scent reads as one continuous whole: lemon, bergamot and Japanese yuzu add a bright freshness, while damask rose, Rosa centifolia and Jasminum grandiflorum form the floral body. Patchouli, oakmoss and Indian sandalwood carry the woody, chypre character, vanilla and Venezuelan tonka bean soften it with sweetness, and clary sage and orris root add a spicy, powdery backdrop. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, though the sample is small. It is unisex and has been discontinued. Anyone drawn to this floral-chypre balance may also look at Sisley Soir de Lune and Acqua di Parma Iris Nobile, which have a close profile.

Mysterò

5.7

Maiora Parfum

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Maiora Parfum Mysterò is a unisex scent that opens fresh and floral, then softens into a sweet, powdery and smoky base. Neroli, saffron and raspberry keep the opening lively. In the heart, Indonesian patchouli, jasmine, Damask rose and white orchid build a floral core. In the base, oud, Mexican vanilla and amber bring out the sweetness and smoke, while cedarwood and sandalwood add a dry edge. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though from only a few votes. Voters pick it most for leisure and evening wear, with daily, night out and business use close behind. Montale Roses Musk and LPDO Rose Sensuelle have a close profile.

Mars

8.0

Amaro · 2026

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Amaro Mars is a unisex perfume that sets a fruity sweetness against a leathery, smoky and resinous depth. It opens with blackberry, pineapple and grape, while Sichuan pepper adds a spicy edge to that fruit. In the heart, damask rose and jasmine sambac bring a floral softness, with leather and oud darkening the mix. The base of amber, osmanthus, oud and patchouli leaves a woody, animal and oriental trail. Voters rate its longevity very strong and its sillage strong, though the number of votes is small. Its dense build suits cooler weather and evenings, and it reads neither masculine nor feminine. Stéphane Humbert Lucas Harrods H Mamba and Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Cuir Majesté have a close profile.

Dazzling Dubai

8.2

Viage · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Viage Dazzling Dubai is a floral and sweet unisex scent, warmed by spice and resin. It opens with grapefruit, damask rose and Egyptian balsam: the grapefruit adds freshness while the rose brings a sweet floral note. In the heart, fruity notes, vanilla and honeysuckle soften the scent and give it a creamy texture. In the base, resins, musk and amber dominate, drying down warm, woody, powdery and slightly smoky. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good, so it stays noticeable through the day, though the number of votes is small and the picture is not definitive. Its oriental build suits cooler weather, and as a unisex scent it can be worn by anyone. Sunnamusk Golden Dust (Perfume Oil) and Bujairami Golden Dust have a close profile.

Sage's Rose

8.9

Tsu Lange Yor · 2025

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Tsu Lange Yor Sage's Rose is a fresh, floral rose scent whose sweetness is balanced by a resinous, woody and earthy base, with an unisex character. It opens with myrrh, cistus and sugar, then moves into a floral rose heart of corn rose, damask rose and Egyptian geranium. The base of amber, Haitian vetiver, gaiac wood and patchouli dries down woody and earthy, softening the rose's sweetness. Voters find both longevity and sillage good and rate it highly, though the number of votes is small. They also judge the value for money favourably. Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Rose d'Arabie and Atelier des Ors Iris Fauve have a close profile.

Caoba (Perfume)

5.8

Fueguia 1833 · 2010

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Fueguia 1833 Caoba is a unisex scent in which a floral, sweet core is roughened by spicy, woody, resinous and earthy tones. It opens with patchouli, moves into a heart of damask rose and settles on ambergris. The rose carries the floral and sweet side, while patchouli lays down an earthy, woody ground. The animal and resinous accords keep it from turning soft and sugary, and as it dries the animal depth of ambergris comes forward. It suits those who want a rose with an animal, spicy edge; Burberry Amber Heath and Giorgio Armani Armani Privé - Rose d'Arabie have a close profile.

Sospeso...

7.9

Panama 1924 · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Panama 1924 Sospeso... is a unisex scent that opens fresh and floral, then settles into something sweet, woody and powdery. Green notes, orange, bergamot and mirabelle plum give it a fresh, fruity start. In the heart, jasmine, freesia, magnolia and damask rose lay down a floral layer. The base of musk, oud, vanilla and cedarwood sets those flowers on a sweet, creamy, woody ground, with a spicy, oriental edge. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good, and over half of those rating longevity put it high. The vote count is small, so these impressions are not yet firm. Its profile works equally for men and women. Rasasi Daarej pour Femme and Balenciaga Cristobal have a close profile.

Un Air de Damas Rose (Eau de Parfum)

7.8

Dorin · 2008

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Parfum

Dorin Un Air de Damas Rose Eau de Parfum is a women's fragrance that opens with citrus freshness and settles into a floral, powdery rose. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin rather than filling a room. There are no season or occasion votes, so nothing can be said about those. Bergamot keeps the opening fresh and citrusy. In the heart, damask rose, geranium and lily of the valley lead, with a green edge and a touch of sweetness around the florals. In the base, amber and musk leave a woody, resinous, powdery warmth. Dorin Dorin d'Or Rose de Damas (Parfum) and Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Jasminora have a close profile.

Jolie de Nonchalance

6.7

Mäurer & Wirtz · 1993

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Mäurer & Wirtz Jolie de Nonchalance is a sweet, powdery floral for women, with a spicy, woody and resinous depth. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it neither disappears quickly nor fills a room. Voters place it across a wide range, from a night out to daily wear, work and evening, with none clearly ahead of the others. It opens with fruits, coriander, African orange blossom and bergamot. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, damask rose and tuberose build a floral body. At the base, vanilla, amber, tonka bean and sandalwood sweeten it and settle it into a creamy, resinous warmth.

Rosarium / ばら園 / Bara-en (Eau de Parfum)

6.3

Shiseido · 1986

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Eau de Parfum

Shiseido Rosarium / ばら園 / Bara-en Eau de Parfum is a fresh, powdery floral built entirely around roses, made for women. It reads less like a single rose than a rose garden: Rosa gigantea, tea rose, damask rose, dog rose and Rosa roxburghii. The notes have no top, heart and base split and come across as one whole. A light fruity sweetness and a soft powdery feel sit alongside the fresh floral core. Longevity is rated strong, while sillage stays moderate, so it lasts a long time on skin without filling the room. It suits those who love rose in a simple, feminine form. Dior Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet (2014) and Chloé Roses de Chloé have a close profile.