Bois Obscur

Bois Obscur by Byredo is an unisex extrait de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with eucalyptus, papyrus and saffron, moves into jasmine, oud and tuberose and dries down to labdanum, patchouli, sandalwood and amber. Expect around 7 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Eucalyptus Sharp, camphorous, clears the head. Reads as clean more than green.
Papyrus Dry, smoky, papery wood. Vetiver's quieter cousin.
Saffron Leathery, medicinal and slightly metallic. The signature of modern niche.

Heart

Jasmine Heady, sweet and slightly animal underneath. Rarely subtle.
Oud Resinous, medicinal, barnyard-adjacent wood. The most expensive note in perfumery.
Tuberose Creamy, waxy and enormous. The loudest white flower.

Dry-down

Labdanum Sticky, leathery resin. Dark honey and old books.
Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.

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