{"title":"Quentin Bisch perfumes","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuentin Bisch is the perfumer behind perfumes of houses in our range: Amouage, Maison Crivelli, Essential Parfums, Ex Nihilo and BORNTOSTANDOUT. This page puts them next to each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/amouage\"\u003eAmouage\u003c\/a\u003e that is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/amouage-guidance-eau-de-parfum-100ml\"\u003eGuidance\u003c\/a\u003e and the extrait \u003ca href=\"\/products\/amouage-guidance-46-extrait-de-parfum-100ml\"\u003eGuidance 46\u003c\/a\u003e, each built on pear, frankincense and hazelnut over saffron, rose and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/note-jasmine\"\u003ejasmine\u003c\/a\u003e. For \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/maison-crivelli\"\u003eMaison Crivelli\u003c\/a\u003e it is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/maison-crivelli-hibiscus-mahajad-extrait-de-parfum-100ml\"\u003eHibiscus Mahajád\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/maison-crivelli-tubereuse-astrale-extrait-de-parfum-50ml\"\u003eTubéreuse Astrale\u003c\/a\u003e, floral extraits that each carry a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/note-leather\"\u003eleather\u003c\/a\u003e note and cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/essential-parfums-bois-imperial-eau-de-parfum-100ml\"\u003eBois Impérial\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/essential-parfums\"\u003eEssential Parfums\u003c\/a\u003e is the woody one, with Thai basil, Timut pepper, vetiver and patchouli. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ex-nihilo-fleur-narcotique-eau-de-parfum-50ml\"\u003eFleur Narcotique\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ex-nihilo\"\u003eEx Nihilo\u003c\/a\u003e pairs lychee and peach with orange blossom and jasmine, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/borntostandout-black-creme-extrait-de-parfum-50ml\"\u003eBlack Crème\u003c\/a\u003e for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/borntostandout\"\u003eBORNTOSTANDOUT\u003c\/a\u003e sets milk and iris on oud, leather, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/note-vanilla\"\u003evanilla\u003c\/a\u003e and caramel. Leather, jasmine, rose and sandalwood are the notes that come back most across this work.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ex-nihilo-fleur-narcotique-eau-de-parfum-50ml","title":"Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum (50ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFleur Narcotique is the house's floral overdose: a sensual, slightly transgressive bouquet with a Parisian edge, composed by Quentin Bisch. Italian bergamot, lychee and peach open it, Petalia™, orange blossom and jasmine fill the heart, and transparent wood, musk and moss close it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Bergamot, Lychee, Peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Petalia™, Orange Blossom, Jasmine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Musk, Transparent Wood, Moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA bright, juicy start\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBergamot, lychee and peach come first, bright and wet rather than candied. The Italian bergamot keeps the fruit from turning sugary, and the lychee adds a juicy, slightly watery note. It is a short overture that soon gives way to the flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe bouquet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePetalia™, orange blossom and jasmine make a lush, dense bouquet. Nothing is shy here: the flowers are rich, a little heady and layered over each other. This is where the brand's word, overdose, applies, and where the perfume has its strongest presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTransparent woods and moss\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the flowers loosen, transparent wood, musk and moss take over. The woods are light, the musk soft, and the moss adds a faint green, earthy shade. The brand says the base lingers with an edgy allure, a restrained ending after such a full bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to wear it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpray two or three times on the chest and neck, or on the wrists, and let the bouquet unfold. It suits nights out and any moment when you want a bold floral. In warm weather use fewer sprays; the flowers carry well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor people who like flowers with presence and find a simple single-flower scent too quiet. It suits anyone who enjoys a floral with a slightly daring side. A good fit for cultural events, dinners with friends and days when you want your perfume to be noticed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEx Nihilo gives emerging perfumers total creative freedom, and this bouquet shows what that can mean: lush flowers, a juicy fruit opening and a base of transparent wood and moss. It belongs to the house's Floral universe, with Quentin Bisch credited on the brand's product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow would you describe the scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lush floral bouquet with a juicy fruit opening, settling on transparent wood, musk and moss. The brand calls it sensual and slightly transgressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen should I wear it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvenings and cooler seasons give the bouquet room, though fewer sprays make it workable on warm days. Choose it when you want a floral that makes itself noticed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat size and concentration is this?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the 50 ml Eau de Parfum. Its body lets the flowers be noticed, while transparent wood and musk keep the base light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ex Nihilo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67658226073752,"sku":"ENI-FLEUR-NARCOTIQUE-EDP-50ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/1157\/8520\/files\/ex-nihilo-fleur-narcotique-eau-de-parfum-50ml.webp?v=1791360569"},{"product_id":"amouage-guidance-eau-de-parfum-100ml","title":"Amouage Guidance Eau de Parfum (100ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGuidance sits in the Escape chapter of Amouage's Odyssey Collection and was released in 2023. It reworks the house triad of rose, frankincense and ambergris, and the brand says it reads like a poem and feels like an embrace. Quentin Bisch composed it, with Renaud Salmon as Chief Creative Officer, and the oil level is 25%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Pear, Frankincense, Hazelnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Saffron, Rose, Jasmine Sambac, Osmanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cistus, Sandalwood, Akigalawood, Ambergris, Vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePear, resin, nut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening is soft rather than sharp: juicy pear, the dry, balsamic smoke of frankincense and a rounded, toasted note of hazelnut. There is no sparkling citrus here. The fruit stays gentle, and the resin gives it a shadow from the first minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSaffron over the roses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaffron brings a leathery, slightly metallic warmth, while rose and jasmine sambac appear as full, rich flowers rather than airy ones. Osmanthus adds an apricot-like, suede softness. The result is a floral centre with spice and some shadow in it, in line with the brand's poetic description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCistus, woods, vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base is warm and resinous. Cistus gives a dry, ambery, honeyed resin, sandalwood a creamy wood and akigalawood a dry, spicy-woody lift. Ambergris adds a salty glow like skin, and vanilla rounds the end into something soft and enveloping, the embrace the brand talks about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to wear it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuidance does best in the cooler months and in the evening, when the resin and vanilla have room. At 25% perfume oil, two or three sprays give the whole picture. It suits dinners, the theatre and quiet occasions where a rich, warm floral fits the setting. The edges stay soft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuidance belongs to the house's universal perfumes, so no gender is assumed. Choose it if you like rose with some depth and enjoy saffron, resin and vanilla without wanting anything sugary. A good fit for autumn and winter evenings, formal dinners and moments when warmth and a little shadow are welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Amouage Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuidance comes from the Odyssey Collection and carries the house triad of rose, frankincense and ambergris. The brand also lists three industry awards from 2024 for it. Quentin Bisch composed it for Amouage, and the oil is given four weeks of ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration is Guidance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmouage gives it 25% perfume oil and four weeks of ageing, which makes it a solid Eau de Parfum. A few sprays are enough to carry the full impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Guidance a floral or an amber scent?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth, in the brand's words: Amouage files it under Floral and Amber. Rose, jasmine and saffron lead the heart, and sandalwood, ambergris and vanilla make the warm base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it for men or for women?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor both. Amouage lists Guidance under Universal Perfumes, so it is not tied to one gender. What matters is the style: rose, saffron and resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it make a good gift?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can, for someone who enjoys rich florals with warm, ambery bases, particularly for the colder months. The bottle is 100 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amouage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67658297016472,"sku":"AMO-GUIDANCE-EDP-100ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/1157\/8520\/files\/amouage-guidance-eau-de-parfum-100ml.webp?v=1791360568"},{"product_id":"amouage-guidance-46-extrait-de-parfum-100ml","title":"Amouage Guidance 46 Extrait de Parfum (100ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGuidance 46 is the Exceptional Extrait that Amouage released a year on from Guidance, again composed by Quentin Bisch with Renaud Salmon directing. According to the brand, nothing was taken out of the original formula; ingredients were added so that each part of the structure stands out with more power and complexity. The oil level is 46%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Pear, Frankincense, Hazelnut, Rose Water, Pink Pepper, Bitter Almond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Saffron, Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Osmanthus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Cistus, Sandalwood, Akigalawood, Ambergris, Vanilla, Ambrette, Georgywood, Cypriol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePear, rose water, nut\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePear, hazelnut and bitter almond make a soft, rounded start, lit by rose water and a little pink pepper. Frankincense draws a dry, resinous thread through the top from the first moments. Rose water, pink pepper and bitter almond are among the notes this version adds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSaffron with rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaffron is the centre of gravity: a dry, warm spice with a faintly leathery edge. Rose, sambac jasmine and osmanthus gather around it, the rose full and deep, the jasmine creamy, the osmanthus tinged with dried fruit. The heart is a floral, spiced core with plenty of body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmbrette, cypriol, vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base adds ambrette, Georgywood and cypriol to cistus, sandalwood, akigalawood, ambergris and vanilla. Ambrette brings a soft, musky seed warmth, Georgywood and cypriol a dry, earthy woodiness, and ambergris closes it with vanilla in a warm, slightly salty sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to wear it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmouage pitches Guidance 46 for formal events and date nights, and the profile fits: rich, warm and carefully built. At 46% perfume oil it is concentrated, so one or two sprays on chest or neck are plenty. Cool evenings suit it best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt sits in the house's universal range. Rose and saffron with resin, warm woods and vanilla are the draw, in a concentrated, rather formal register instead of a casual one. Evenings, celebrations and cold weather are its natural setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Amouage Guidance 46\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuidance 46 belongs to Amouage's Exceptional Extraits, and the brand states 46% perfume oil with four weeks of ageing. Quentin Bisch kept the whole original pyramid and added six notes to it, under the direction of Chief Creative Officer Renaud Salmon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does Extrait de Parfum mean here?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmouage's own scale puts Extrait de Parfum at 40 to 56% perfume oil, and this one is dosed at 46%. That means a dense scent that stays close to the skin and is built to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich notes were added in this version?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand lists rose water, pink pepper and bitter almond on top, and ambrette, Georgywood and cypriol in the base, added to the existing pyramid. Nothing was removed, says Amouage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen does Guidance 46 suit?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmouage pitches it for formal events and date nights. In practice that means evenings out and cooler weather, when depth and warmth are what the moment calls for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat size is the bottle?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100 ml. At 46% perfume oil a little goes a long way, so a bottle of this size is generous for an extrait.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amouage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67658297573528,"sku":"AMO-GUIDANCE-46-EXT-100ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/1157\/8520\/files\/amouage-guidance-46-extrait-de-parfum-100ml_4fa61f1a-e1db-4d23-8d96-7986310f2c46.webp?v=1791360571"},{"product_id":"maison-crivelli-hibiscus-mahajad-extrait-de-parfum-100ml","title":"Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajád Extrait de Parfum (100ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eHibiscus Mahajád starts from a memory: sipping hibiscus tea in the middle of a gemstone market. Maison Crivelli turns it into a sensual floral-fruity Extrait de Parfum, pairing a flamboyant hibiscus and rose with vanilla and leather. Created with perfumer Quentin Bisch, at 32% concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose Damascena absolute, vanilla absolute, leather, spearmint essential oil, cassis, ambrette seeds absolute, cinnamon essential oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCassis and rose, tart and dark\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRose Damascena absolute is the floral centre, and cassis sits beside it with a tart, dark-red fruitiness that stops the rose from turning too soft or too sweet. Together they suggest a strong, slightly sour red drink more than a bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCinnamon against spearmint\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCinnamon essential oil adds a dry, glowing warmth, spearmint essential oil a cool, green lift. The two pull in opposite directions, and between them the rose and cassis gain some movement, so the perfume avoids the heavy sweetness a rose and fruit pairing can carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVanilla and leather underneath\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVanilla absolute and leather soften the edges, with ambrette seeds absolute adding a quiet, skin-like warmth. The brand's list of key raw materials does not name hibiscus itself: the flower lives in the name and the story, and the seven listed materials carry the scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePutting it on\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo sprays on the chest or the inside of the wrists are a good start. At 32% this extrait is dense and sits close to the skin, so it works in small amounts, and cooler air gives the vanilla and leather more room to show. Let it settle for a few minutes before judging it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho will enjoy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnyone who likes floral perfumes with a tart, fruity edge and a warm, soft base, and who finds a classic rose too sweet on its own. It suits an evening with friends or a dinner, and autumn or winter days when something with a little spice feels right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajád\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand starts every perfume from a real experience, and here that experience is a cup of tea in a market full of stones. The result is an extrait with a clear idea: red fruit, rose and spice held together by leather and vanilla, not a pile of pleasant notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs hibiscus one of the notes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand names hibiscus in its story and in the perfume's name, but its list of key raw materials has seven entries and hibiscus is not among them. Those seven are the notes shown on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 32% it is classed as an Extrait de Parfum. Expect richness and body rather than airiness, and use a light hand with the sprayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it sweet?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is sweetness from the vanilla absolute, but cassis, spearmint and cinnamon keep it tart and spiced rather than sugary. The brand calls it floral-fruity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes it work as a gift?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt suits someone who enjoys floral-fruity perfumes with some depth. As a 100 ml Extrait de Parfum it is a considered choice, so it helps to know whether the person likes rose and warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Crivelli","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67658343940248,"sku":"MCR-HIBISCUS-MAHAJAD-EXT-100ML","price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/1157\/8520\/files\/maison-crivelli-hibiscus-mahajad-extrait-de-parfum-100ml.webp?v=1791360585"},{"product_id":"maison-crivelli-tubereuse-astrale-extrait-de-parfum-50ml","title":"Maison Crivelli Tubéreuse Astrale Extrait de Parfum (50ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTubéreuse Astrale pictures a summer night under the Milky Way, with tuberoses perfuming the air beneath shooting stars. In this floral-leather Extrait de Parfum, Maison Crivelli sets powdery tuberose against velvety suede. Created with perfumer Quentin Bisch, at 32% concentration, in a 50 ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecinnamon bark essential oil, tuberose absolute, osmanthus absolute, carrot seeds essential oil, cistus absolute, leather accord, musks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA flower after dark\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTuberose absolute is the subject: a rich white flower, here with the powdery side the brand points to. Osmanthus absolute sits next to it with a softer, warmer sweetness, so the floral part feels warm rather than cold and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuede, velvet, skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand describes the leather accord as velvety suede, and musks sit around it, which keeps the leather soft instead of hard or smoky. Cistus absolute gives this side a dry, resinous warmth, as if it were worn close to the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpice at the edges\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCinnamon bark essential oil and carrot seeds essential oil give the composition its dry, slightly earthy edges. They stop the flower from becoming a pure bouquet and keep a thread of spice running through the leather and the musks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to wear it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTuberose is a strong flower and an extrait at 32% is dense, so start with one or two sprays. Apply it to skin rather than fabric so the leather and musks can warm up. It suits warm evenings in particular, when the white flower opens in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeople who like white flowers but prefer them dressed in leather and spice rather than left soft and sweet, and anyone drawn to perfumes with a night-time mood. A good fit for late evenings and occasions with some ceremony, on summer nights and in cooler seasons alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Maison Crivelli Tubéreuse Astrale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand names this perfume's seven key raw materials one by one, and the idea behind it is easy to hold on to: a flower at night, wrapped in suede. The 50 ml bottle is a comfortable size for getting to know a strong floral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat does floral-leather mean here?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the brand's own family name: a white flower, tuberose, set against a suede-like leather accord. The flower leads the description, and the leather shapes how it feels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration and size is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an Extrait de Parfum with a concentration of 32%, in a 50 ml bottle. The strength shows in the white flower, which stays rich and low-lying rather than airy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I wear it in summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand's picture is a summer night, so yes, especially in the evening. In strong daytime heat, a single spray is a gentler way to wear it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhich materials does it contain?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand lists cinnamon bark, tuberose, osmanthus, carrot seeds, cistus, a leather accord and musks as its key raw materials. 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The brand calls it a bold woody signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThai basil, Timut pepper absolute (Nepal), Haitian vetiver oil, Georgywood, Petalia, Akigalawood, Indonesian patchouli oil, Ambrofix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt on Akigalawood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuentin Bisch builds the perfume around Akigalawood, a natural ingredient the brand says is upcycled from patchouli through biotechnology. Indonesian patchouli oil stands next to it, so patchouli is told twice here, once from the oil and once from the upcycled material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFresh spice as counterweight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brand describes its signature as a contrast between patchouli and fresh spice. Crushed Thai basil and Timut pepper absolute from Nepal supply the spice: green and herbal from the basil, dry and lively from the pepper. Set against dark patchouli, they stop the woods from turning heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA cedar-toned wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaitian vetiver oil and Georgywood give what the brand calls a cedar-toned woody character, dry and upright rather than sweet. Petalia and Ambrofix complete the list of named materials, and nothing on it points towards vanilla or fruit, so the scent stays clearly woody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCool days suit it best, when wood and patchouli have room to spread, though the fresh spice also works on a bright spring morning. It is comfortable at the office and equally at dinner. At 16% concentration, two or three sprays on chest and neck are enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSomeone who likes woods dry and structured, and who enjoys patchouli as long as it is kept in check. The brand presents it as unisex. If vanilla-heavy woody scents feel too sweet to you, this contrast-led composition is a leaner option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose Essential Parfums Bois Impérial\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA short list of named ingredients, several with a stated origin: Nepal, Haiti, Indonesia. The perfumer signs the label, as the brand does for all its perfumes. The brand states 93% natural-origin ingredients, a vegan formula and a refillable bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration is Bois Impérial?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an Eau de Parfum, concentrated at 16% according to the brand, in a refillable 100 ml bottle. That places it between a light eau de toilette and an extrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow would you describe the scent in one line?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWoody and built on contrast: patchouli, vetiver and Georgywood set against fresh basil and Timut pepper, with no sweet note in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it a daytime or an evening perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. The fresh spice suits a working day, the patchouli and wood suit an evening out. Cooler weather gives the woods more room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs Bois Impérial a men's or a women's perfume?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand presents it as unisex. 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Quentin Bisch composed it, and the brand's image for it is a candle melting, thick creamy wax running down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFragrance notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTop:\u003c\/b\u003e Milk, Candle, Ambrette, Iris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeart:\u003c\/b\u003e Oud, Leather, Vanilla, Myrrh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBase:\u003c\/b\u003e Caramel, Sandalwood, Georgywood, Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePale and soft at first\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe opening is pale: milk gives a creamy softness, candle adds a waxy, warm note, ambrette a soft, slightly musky warmth, and iris a smooth, powdery quality. Nothing here is sharp. It is a quiet, creamy start that already hints at melting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDarkness arrives\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart turns darker. Oud and leather bring a smoky, supple weight, vanilla keeps it creamy, and myrrh adds a resinous, slightly bitter, incense-like depth. The soft opening does not disappear; it is drawn into something thicker and more shadowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaramel and amber to close\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaramel, sandalwood, Georgywood and amber form the base. Caramel gives a rich sweetness, sandalwood and Georgywood a smooth, dry wood, and amber a warm, resinous glow. As an extrait, the finish is dense, soft and long, close to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA scent for colder months\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack Crème is an Extrait Extrême, thick and dark, and it needs only one or two sprays. It fits autumn and winter, evenings and special occasions. Apply it to skin and give the milky top a few minutes: the oud, leather and caramel come forward after that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it suits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassed as unisex. It suits people who like dark, creamy perfumes that join sweetness with oud and leather, and who prefer depth to freshness. If you want a light daytime scent, a dense extrait of this kind will feel like too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Black Crème distinct\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuentin Bisch is the perfumer named for Black Crème on BORNTOSTANDOUT's page. The perfume sits in the brand's Extrait Extrême line, where the concentration is stated at 55-62 percent and the perfumes are aged for three months in Onggi, a traditional Korean pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the candle note?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe brand's image is a candle melting, thick creamy wax. In the pyramid a candle note sits at the top beside milk, ambrette and iris, giving the opening a soft, waxy, creamy quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it dark or creamy?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. Milk, vanilla and caramel keep it creamy, while oud, leather and myrrh in the heart give the darker side. The balance moves from pale and milky to deep and resinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs it suitable for summer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is dense and warm, so it suits cooler weather better. In summer use a single spray on skin or keep it for the evening; milk, caramel and amber read heavy in the heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat concentration is it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt belongs to the brand's Extrait Extrême line and is listed here as an Extrait de Parfum in 50 ml. 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