The Perfume Library

Black Obsidian

8.2

Aurora Scents

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Aurora Scents Black Obsidian is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on Italian mandarin orange, elemi resin and Italian bergamot. The citrus top notes give it a bright start, while elemi resin adds a slightly sharp, resinous edge. In the heart, pink pepper, jasmine sambac absolute and osmanthus bring a floral side that spice balances and sweetens. The base of Indonesian patchouli, Helvetolide®, Ambrox and moss settles it onto a green, woody ground. Longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are best read with caution. It is classed as a men's fragrance, and voters score its value for money highly. BMW Bergamood and Thameen Patiala have a close profile.

Giapeto

8.6

Giardino Benessere

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Giardino Benessere Giapeto is a spicy, resinous oriental with a creamy sweetness, a woody backbone and floral touches, made for anyone regardless of gender. It opens warm and spicy with saffron, Guatemala cardamom, cistus and cumin. In the heart, cypriol, Virginia cedar, lily of the valley and gurjum balsam build a woody, resinous base. Oud, musk, Indonesian patchouli, ambergris and Bourbon vanilla then sweeten it into a creamy, enveloping warmth. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as strong, though the sample is small, so treat that as a rough guide; the scent makes itself felt around the wearer. Its sweet, spicy build suits cooler weather. Tiziana Terenzi Burdèl and Xerjoff Layla share a close profile.

Underground Vibes

8.4

Laboratorio Olfattivo · 2025

Green · Sweet · Synthetic

Lavender for Men

7.8

Le Château du Bois

Fresh · Floral · Green

Le Château du Bois Lavender for Men is a masculine fougère that treats lavender in a fresh, green and woody way. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for leisure, daily wear and the office, with evening and sport further behind. It reads clearly masculine. As a whole, Provençal lavender leads with a cool lift from mint and Chinese eucalyptus. Italian bergamot and Moroccan rosemary keep it green, while mugwort adds a faint bitterness. Java vetiver and Indonesian patchouli give it a woody, earthy base, softened by Brazilian tonka bean and Siam benzoin into something sweet, resinous and creamy.

Balqis Reine de Saba

6.8

Reine de Saba · 2022

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Reine de Saba Balqis Reine de Saba is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, floral start with a sweet, powdery and woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters recommend it for winter, fall and spring, with summer well behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and suits nights out and the office too. Voters read it as feminine more than anything else, though plenty call it classic or modern. The top of mandarin orange, bergamot and magnolia gives a bright, fruity opening. Black pepper adds spice in the heart, while heliotrope and osmanthus absolute turn the floral side powdery and creamy. The base of Indonesian patchouli, sandalwood, musk and vanilla settles into a warm, woody sweetness.

Woody - Cedarwood & Patchouli

7.8

Colabo

Green · Spicy · Woody

Colabo Woody - Cedarwood & Patchouli is a green, earthy woody scent that works as a unisex fragrance. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate: neither a skin scent that vanishes nor one that fills the room. The vote count is small, so this is a rough impression. It is also rated well for value. Fueguia 1833 Sudestada and Abel Green Cedar (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile. Atlas cedar and Indonesian patchouli form the core, giving a woody, earthy base. Moroccan mugwort adds a green, herbal sharpness, while Guatemala cardamom brings a spicy warmth that softens the wood.

Black Musk

5.6

Illuminum

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Illuminum Black Musk opens with Tolu balm, Indonesian patchouli and tonka bean and settles into musk and civet; it is a spicy, woody unisex scent that has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong, though few voters have rated it, so these figures are tentative. It suits men and women alike, and its heavy, dense character fits colder weather and evenings best. The opening is led by Tolu balm, patchouli and tonka. In the heart, sandalwood, frankincense and myrrh build a resinous, smoky base. The base of civet, musk and vanilla softens the animal, leathery and earthy tones with a warm sweetness. Areej Le Doré Oud Zhen and L'Artisan Parfumeur Al Oudh have a close profile.

Patchouly 4 Love

8.0

Duftkumpels

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Duftkumpels Patchouly 4 Love is a unisex perfume that sets patchouli in a floral, resinous and spicy frame; it has been discontinued. Tangerine and bergamot give the citrus side, while jasmine and Indian tuberose carry the floral part. Beneath them, Indonesian and Indian patchouli, Himalayan cedar and sandalwood form a woody, earthy base, and myrrh, frankincense and labdanum add a resinous, leathery warmth. Voters rate its longevity and sillage as good. It reads as full and dark rather than masculine or feminine. Laverne Blue Laverne and Hermès Rocabar (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

600 Ailes

5.8

The Unleashed Apothecary · 2022

Floral · Green · Spicy

The Unleashed Apothecary 600 Ailes is a unisex fragrance where floral and green notes sit on an earthy, leathery, animalic base; it has been discontinued. Gallic rose and Egyptian cassie carry the floral side, while Persian galbanum adds a sharp green edge. Italian cannabis, Indonesian patchouli and Manuka wood pull the scent towards spicy, woody and earthy ground. The notes have no top-to-base split, so it reads from start to finish as one dark, green, slightly wild whole. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good, though both ratings rest on only a few votes. It suits those who want an unisex scent with a pronounced character. Grès Cabochard and Perfumer H Patchouli have a close profile.

Styrax

6.8

Headspace · 2022

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Headspace Styrax is a unisex scent that sets a spicy, woody character on a resinous, smoky, leathery base. Saffron and cypriol bring the spicy, smoky side forward, while amber and labdanum supply the resinous warmth. Indonesian patchouli and vetiver add a dry, earthy woodiness, and osmanthus softens the dark texture a little. The overall impression is oriental, with an animal depth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Voters pick it most for evenings, leisure time and nights out. Kilian Pure Oud and Sospiro Misterioso have a close profile.

O'Fraiche

6.8

Gallagher Fragrances · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Gallagher Fragrances O'Fraiche is a unisex scent that sets the fresh, fruity side of bergamot and blackcurrant against smoky, woody notes of birch tar, tobacco and patchouli; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate, though the small number of votes means these figures are tentative. It suits men and women alike and sits comfortably in everyday wear. The scent reads as a single whole rather than a layered progression. Italian bergamot and Concord grape give it a bright, fruity lift, softened by orange blossom and French orris butter. Birch tar and tobacco add a smoky, leathery depth, while sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli, musk and ambergris form a woody base.

Turn & Stare

8.0

Keiko Mecheri · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Keiko Mecheri Turn & Stare is a fresh, floral men's fragrance in which osmanthus, suede and citrus fruits take the lead. Citrus fruits and blackcurrant give it a bright, fruity freshness. Osmanthus adds a creamy, floral softness, while spices and suede draw a leathery, powdery line through it. Indonesian patchouli sets an earthy, woody ground, and a chypre feel runs through the whole. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it reaches those nearby without overwhelming them. Voters spread it fairly evenly across leisure, daily wear, business, evening and nights out. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Rituals Silver Suede and Atelier Cologne Rendez-Vous have a close profile.

Beso Dorado

7.4

Beso Beach · 2023

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Beso Beach Beso Dorado is a sweet, spicy unisex scent built around bitter orange, saffron and caramel. The top is bitter orange, saffron, Sicilian bergamot and lavender, a bright and spicy start. In the heart, cistus, heliotrope and caramel sweeten it and push it towards floral and oriental territory. The base of Indonesian patchouli, Indian sandalwood and amber settles into a woody, earthy and slightly smoky foundation. Voters find its longevity strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are best read with caution. It sits in a unisex register rather than leaning masculine or feminine. Beso Beach Beso Canalla and Montale Aoud Safran have a close profile.

Passenger pour Homme (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

S.T. Dupont · 2008

Fresh · Fruity · Synthetic

Eau de Toilette

S.T. Dupont Passenger pour Homme Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh opening of grapefruit and bergamot with a spicy heart of pink pepper, cardamom and lavender, settling on patchouli, gaiac wood and leather. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate, though the small number of ratings means these figures are only a rough guide. It is made for men and has been discontinued. It opens fresh and fruity with grapefruit, bergamot and violet leaf. The heart adds spice through cardamom, pink pepper, lavender and ginger. The base of patchouli, benzoin, gaiac wood and leather turns woody, smoky and leathery. Montblanc Explorer and Hugo Boss The Scent for Him Eau de Toilette have a close profile.

Blueberry Chypre

6.5

Aromas de Salazar · 2023

Fruity · Spicy · Woody

Aromas de Salazar Blueberry Chypre is a unisex scent that sets blueberry and Italian bergamot on a chypre base, balancing its fruity brightness with woody, smoky and leathery depth. It has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good, though those ratings rest on only a few votes. The animal and smoky accords dominate, so it sits between masculine and feminine and reads as unisex. It opens with Italian bergamot, blueberry and pink pepper, where fruit and spice give a fresh start. In the heart, Indonesian patchouli, Bulgarian white rose otto and petitgrain turn it floral and earthy. The base is led by Somalian frankincense absolute, labdanum, oakmoss and castoreum, drying down into a warm, resinous, animal chypre.

Esprit Infini

7.3

Hayari · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Hayari Esprit Infini is a unisex scent that opens fresh and green, then settles into a resinous, earthy and woody character. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good; the sample is small, but most voters rate longevity high. Votes spread across evening, daytime and office wear. On character, masculine, feminine and classic votes sit close together. It opens with cistus and davana. The heart holds Spanish immortelle absolute, Atlas cedar and rose. The base of Indonesian patchouli, benzoin and amber dries down warm, spicy and oriental. Jovoy Psychédélique and Ajmal Senora have a close profile.

Amberness

6.5

BMW · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

BMW Amberness is a unisex fragrance built around Guatemala cardamom, Italian bergamot and Haitian vetiver, balancing freshness with sweetness. It opens with the citrus brightness of bergamot, the spice of cardamom and French clary sage. In the heart, Bourbon vanilla sweetens the scent and adds a creamy softness, while vetiver and Egyptian geranium stay in the background. The base settles on patchouli, Ambrox and sandalwood for a woody foundation. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the number of voters is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It suits men and women alike, with a fresh but sweet character. Givenchy Gentleman Society (Eau de Parfum) and Azzaro Wanted (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Les Roches Noires - Une heur de bois ambrés

7.3

Moncler · 2023

Spicy · Woody · Resinous

Moncler Les Roches Noires - Une heur de bois ambrés is a unisex scent with a spicy, woody character, leaning resinous and earthy. Indonesian patchouli comes first, and black pepper in the heart adds a dry sharpness. Labdanum in the base leaves a resinous warmth. The smoky and earthy accords stay present throughout, so the whole reads dark and woody. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are tentative. It suits men and women alike. Anyone after a similar profile could look at Floraïku My Love Has the Colour of the Night and Filippo Sorcinelli LAVS.

Renaissance

7.8

The Merchant Of Venice · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

The Merchant Of Venice Renaissance is a unisex fragrance that sets floral and spicy facets over a sweet, creamy, leathery base, with a powdery touch. Saffron, orange blossom absolute and galbanum give it a spicy, lightly green start. In the heart, leather, iris and Indonesian patchouli come forward, while Akigalawood® adds a woody depth. Vanilla, frankincense, Ambrofix and musk sweeten and soften the base. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are still tentative. The oriental, leathery character keeps it between masculine and feminine. Dries Van Noten Camomille Satin and Carolina Herrera CH Privée have a close profile.

Patchouli XO²

8.2

Honoré Payan · 2025

Spicy · Woody · Oriental

Honoré Payan Patchouli XO² is a unisex patchouli with spicy, woody and earthy character, firmed up by resin and smoke; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters wear it for leisure, nights out and evenings, while office and daily wear sit well behind. It reads as a dark-leaning scent with no gendered lean. It opens with orange zest, gurjum balsam and myrrh. At the heart, Indonesian patchouli, Texas cedar and gaiac wood build a woody, smoky base. In the drydown, amber, Siam benzoin and white musk soften that edge and add oriental warmth. Comme des Garçons Series 3: Incense - Jaisalmer and Maison Mona di Orio Myrrh Casati share a close profile.

Attacks

7.5

Assaf · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Assaf Attacks is a men's fragrance that sets a fresh, green opening on a woody, earthy base. Voters rate both its longevity and its sillage as strong, though the number of votes is small, so the picture is still tentative. It is classed as a masculine scent. The top brings freesia, Thai basil, Timut pepper and Haitian vetiver, giving a bright, green, lightly spicy first impression. In the heart, patchouli with Akigalawood® and Georgywood® builds a woody frame, while Petalia® adds a soft floral touch. The base of Ambrofix and Indonesian patchouli turns it earthy and creamy-warm. Essential Parfums Bois Impérial and Tiziana Terenzi Hyakutake have a close profile.

Nouez Moi

6.7

House of Sillage · 2012

Citrus · Floral · Sweet

House of Sillage Nouez Moi is a women's perfume that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, opening with citrus and settling into a floral, earthy chypre character. Most voters pick autumn and winter for Nouez Moi, and evening and night-out wear outweigh leisure and daytime. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though that rests on only a few votes. Most see it as feminine, while some read it as masculine. Sicilian bergamot, pink pepper and Indian cardamom give it a bright, spicy opening. Jasmine and Bulgarian rose lead the heart, and tree moss, white musk and Indonesian patchouli ground it in a woody, earthy, slightly smoky base. Sweet and oriental touches soften the chypre edge.

Patchouli

8.0

Murdock

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Murdock Patchouli is a spicy, woody and earthy men's fragrance built around Indonesian patchouli, amber and sandalwood. Voters find both its longevity and its sillage good, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only indicative. It reads as masculine, heavy and warm. The top opens with black pepper, cardamom and nutmeg, with petitgrain adding a slight green edge. In the heart, jasmine sambac, Indian rose and ylang-ylang bring a soft floral touch. The base sets an earthy, smoky, leathery foundation with patchouli, suede, frankincense and oakmoss. Odin New York 12 Lacha and Tiziana Terenzi Nero Oudh have a close note and accord profile.

Gryffindor

7.0

House of Sillage · 2022

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

House of Sillage Gryffindor is a unisex fragrance that opens with black pepper, blackcurrant bud and tea, then leans floral and sweet. Black pepper and blackcurrant bud sit alongside tea for a spicy, slightly fruity start. In the heart, orris butter and black dahlia build a powdery floral character, softened by ambrox. Bourbon vanilla, French musk and Indonesian patchouli leave a sweet, warm base; the overall impression is powdery and sweet with a synthetic edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these impressions are tentative. It does not lean masculine or feminine. Bohoboco Eternal Lily Amber and Novellista Couture Chic have a close profile.