Indian Sandalwood
“Indian Sandalwood by Alfred Dunhill is a Woody fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a woody, powdery composition with a earthy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2019, Indian Sandalwood by Alfred Dunhill is a Woody fragrance for men that channels the heritage of its British design house. This composition opens with the fresh greenness of carrot and bergamot before diving into the heart of orris and moss. The base, rich with sandalwood, patchouli, and cypriol oil, brings warmth and earthiness to the overall scent. It's a fragrance that balances crisp freshness with deep, enveloping notes, perfect for those who appreciate nuanced elegance.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Indian Sandalwood is best applied in layers — two initial sprays to capture the fresh top notes, followed by additional spritzes as needed. The earthy base takes time to bloom fully on skin, so give it a few minutes before reapplying.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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Designer Alfred Dunhill
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intensity of a well-worn library where the scent of old books mingles with the rich warmth of polished wood.
Fig. 01 — Indian Sandalwood, Alfred Dunhill
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