Kajal I

Kajal I by Kajal is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with blackcurrant, grapefruit and mandarin, moves into guaiac wood, cardamom, orange blossom and cashmeran and dries down to oud, musk, patchouli, sandalwood, tonka bean and vanilla. Expect around 9 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Blackcurrant Tart, dark and slightly catty. Adds bite to florals.
Grapefruit Bitter, slightly sweaty citrus. More grown-up than lemon.
Mandarin Soft, sweet, almost powdery citrus. Gentler than orange.

Heart

Guaiac Wood Smoky, tarry and slightly sweet. Like a bonfire and roses.
Cardamom Cool, aromatic spice with a eucalyptus lift. Smells expensive.
Orange Blossom Sweet, soapy and sunny. Neroli's warmer sibling.
Cashmeran Musky, woody and slightly spicy. Velvety and very persistent.

Dry-down

Oud Resinous, medicinal, barnyard-adjacent wood. The most expensive note in perfumery.
Musk Warm, skin-like and slightly sweet. Makes a fragrance feel like you.
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.
Tonka Bean Almond, hay and vanilla in one. Warm and slightly nutty.
Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.

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