IrisOpens with
Australian SandalwoodHeart
Black CardamomDries down to
Also asEau de Parfum · 2019 →
Aurélien GuichardThe nose · 162 fragrances · also made Intense Oud (2016)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Matiere Premiere · Sold as unisex
Santal Austral Extrait
A cozy library where the scent of aged books mingles with the warmth of a recently lit fire, enveloping you in a sense of comfort and familiarity.
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Santal Austral ExtraitLuxury · $250+
42%Similar accords, often for lessCH Pasion for Him · Carolina HerreraPremium tier, $100–250 · shares iris, australian sandalwood and tonka bean8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Santal Austral Extrait, crafted by Aurélien Guichard and launched in 2024, is a Woody fragrance for both women and men. The composition opens with the warm, spicy notes of black cardamom, which contrasts beautifully with the creamy richness of almond milk. As it settles, Australian sandalwood takes center stage, supported by iris and tonka bean, creating a complex yet harmonious blend. Siam benzoin adds an extra layer of depth, making this fragrance feel both modern and lasting.
Apply two sprays to pulse points for an even distribution. This fragrance blooms slowly over time, so it's best enjoyed when worn close to skin rather than sprayed liberally. The base notes develop fully after about an hour, making it ideal for wearing from mid-afternoon through the evening.
Fig. 01 — Santal Austral Extrait, Matiere Premiere
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Aurélien Guichard
Seven generations of Grasse perfumeryAurélien Guichard is a senior perfumer at Takasago, born and raised in Grasse into a family business growing roses and jasmine for major perfumers, and following his father into perfumery via the Givaudan Perfumery School.
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The originalSantal Austral ExtraitMatiere Premiere · Luxury · $250+Carolina Herrera · 2023CH Pasion for HimShares Iris, Australian sandalwood and Tonka bean$100–250★ 4.31 (613)39%Match
Bvlgari · 2024Bvlgari Man In Black ParfumShares Iris and Siam benzoin$100–250★ 4.16 (863)40%Match
Yves Saint Laurent · 2015Manifesto Le ParfumShares Iris and Tonka bean$100–250★ 4.33 (489)41%Match
Zara · 2024Pistachio InfusionShares Iris and Tonka beanunder $40★ 3.82 (333)
With Matiere Premiere Encens Suave Extrait
Adds fresh spicy; shares siam benzoin.
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 12%.