Cairo type formula
The Cairo formula is a type formula in the Oriental Woody family: 51 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 Damask Rose, Saffron, a heart of Vanilla, Cypriol, Labdanum, settles on Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cedarwood. Below you can see the five main materials of Cairo; 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 Cairo
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Patchouli Oil Light Patchoulol | — | 8014-09-3 | |
| Methyl Ionone Gamma Coeur | — | 127-51-5 | |
| Ethylene Brassylate | — | 105-95-3 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 807 in the catalogue.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- 1 Million Royal 34 materials in common
- Man Terrae Essence 34 materials in common
- Bergamotto di Calabria 32 materials in common
- P.33 32 materials in common
Complexity
51 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 66% 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 726 of 807 formulas
- Hedione in 711 of 807 formulas
Reviews
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- Tyler LongVerified buyer
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FAQ
What is the Cairo formula?
The Cairo type formula is a Oriental Woody composition of 51 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 Cairo?
Cairo features notes of Damask Rose, Saffron, Vanilla, Cypriol, Labdanum, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cedarwood.
How many ingredients does the Cairo formula have?
The Cairo formula contains 51 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Cairo 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 Cairo at home?
Making your own Cairo 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 Cairo 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.
