A*Men type formula
The A*Men formula is a type formula in the Amber Woody family: 47 raw materials decoded by GC-MS and rebuilt so you can make it yourself, using materials you can order rather than captives no shop will sell you. It opens with Lavender, Mint, Fruity Notes, Coriander, Green Notes, Bergamot, a heart of Caramel, Honey, Milk, Cedarwood, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-valley, settles on Coffee, Patchouli, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Amber, Sandalwood, Musk. Below you can see the five main materials of A*Men; unlock the formula for the complete list with exact percentages and dilutions, and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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How it worksIngredients in A*Men
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patchouli Oil Light Patchoulol | — | 8014-09-3 | |
| Tonalid | — | — | |
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Galaxolide | — | 1222-05-5 | |
| Dimetol | — | 13254-34-7 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 806 in the catalogue.
Its signature
These materials appear in few other formulas. They are what makes A*Men recognisable.
- Dimetol in 15 of 806 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- A*Men Pure Malt 27 materials in common
- Gold Incense 27 materials in common
- A*Men Pure Coffee 26 materials in common
- Decibel 26 materials in common
Complexity
47 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 54% of the formulas here: expect a long shopping list.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Iso E Super in 725 of 806 formulas
Reviews
5.0· 1 reviewOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Taylor LebedevVerified buyer
wore it for a week straight, here's my honest take after 10+ wears. smells like a mint opening into a soft Jasmine heart and a warm Tonka bean drydown. this is going in my top 3 rotation for sure.
FAQ
What is the A*Men formula?
The A*Men type formula is a Amber Woody composition of 47 raw materials, decoded by GC-MS analysis and rewritten so every material can actually be bought. It is our own interpretation, not a copy of anyone's sheet.
What notes are in A*Men?
A*Men features notes of Lavender, Mint, Fruity Notes, Coriander, Green Notes, Bergamot, Caramel, Honey, Milk, Cedarwood, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-valley, Coffee, Patchouli, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Benzoin, Amber, Sandalwood, Musk.
How many ingredients does the A*Men formula have?
The A*Men formula contains 47 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact A*Men recipe?
Yes. The unlocked formula lists every material with its exact percentage and dilution, which is what you need to weigh it at home. The five main materials are public on this page; the rest of the list and the dosages come with the formula.
How much does it cost to make A*Men at home?
Making your own A*Men from the raw materials costs a small fraction of a retail bottle — the exact materials and quantities are in the unlocked formula, plus a batch calculator to scale any amount.
Do I need experience to use the A*Men formula?
No. The formula is already in parts per 100, and the batch calculator turns it into the grams to weigh for whatever amount you want to make. You need a 0.01 g scale, perfumer's alcohol and the raw materials on the list.
