Sandalwood
Creamy, soft and milky-woody; the prized attar foundation.
Fragrance Family
Woody
Note Type
Base — Base Notes
Origin
Mysore, India
Olfactory Strength
Moderate · 5/9Sandalwood carries a moderate olfactory strength. This measures its perceived dominance independent of concentration — a moderate material blends gently and supports other notes rather than overpowering them.
About Sandalwood in Perfumery
Sandalwood belongs to the woody family and functions as a base note — the lasting foundation that anchors a composition and lingers longest on the skin. The foundation — deep and lasting. Rooted in the rich traditions of Middle Eastern perfumery, it is prized for its depth and authenticity.
Fragrances featuring Sandalwood
Sauvage Elixir
Dior · 2021
Maahir
Lattafa · 2021
Greenley
Parfums de Marly · 2020
Bitter Peach
Tom Ford · 2020
Angels' Share
Kilian · 2020
Yara
Lattafa · 2020
Irresistible
Givenchy · 2020
Gris Charnel
BDK Parfums · 2019
Her
Burberry · 2018
Eros Flame
Versace · 2018
Gabrielle
Chanel · 2017
Bloom
Gucci · 2017
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