Bois Noir Type Formula
Bois Noir Type Formula
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This is our exclusive deluxe formula for Chanel's Bois Noir (1987) the first public release of what was to become Égoïste just a few years later. When first released Bois Noir didn't sell well so Chanel removed it from the shelves. It eventually found its way back to the public with a few fairly minor tweaks for simplicity. Bottles of Bois Noir are so rare they currently sell in the $2,000 range when they come up on eBay.
When comparing this to the Égoïste Cologne Concentrée the Bois Noir has a softer and more velvet dry down most likely coming from the broader range of musks which were removed in favour of just 0.5% Musk Ambrette in the Égoïste family.
This demonstration formula was derived some inside knowledge and multiple GCMS analyses of a pristine bottle owned by Fraterworks. Comparisons were also made with Égoïste Cologne Concentrée and vintage Ëgoïste.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Rosewood, Green Mandarin, Grapefruit, Lemon, Plum, Anise, Cinnamon
Heart Notes: Lavender, Coriander, Ylang Ylang, Carnation, Geranium Bourbon, Thyme, Tagetes Minuta
Base Notes: Sandalwood Mysore, Amber, Leather, Musk, Labdanum, Myrrh, Tobacco, Castoreum
Total Lines: 50
Bases: 5
This formula is constructed by our creative director, Jamie Frater, from a GCMS analysis. While we endeavour to make all our formulas as accurate as possible, GCMS is an inexact science and we make no warranties or guarantees as to the suitability or accuracy.
Upon purchase you will be emailed a PDF copy of the complete formula.
NOTE: you are not purchasing a fragrance; this is a formula from which you can construct your own replica.
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Nitro Musks
Some of our products may contain small amounts of EU and IFRA compliant musk ketone. We never use musk xylene, musk ambrette or any other prohibited materials.