Cairo
The Cairo formula is a type formula in the Oriental Woody family: 66 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 every ingredient of Cairo; unlock the formula to reveal the exact percentages and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
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Exact percentages, dilutions and dosages for all 66 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
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How it worksComposition
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See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 66 materials in this composition.
Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 796 in the catalogue.
Its signature
These materials appear in few other formulas. They are what makes Cairo recognisable.
- Dihydro Eugenol in 4 of 796 formulas
- Cedroxyde in 14 of 796 formulas
- Oud Synth 10760 E in 17 of 796 formulas
- Cinnamyl Alcohol in 23 of 796 formulas
- Hydrocarboresine in 41 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Man Terrae Essence 36 materials in common
- Oud Fleur 35 materials in common
- Arabians 34 materials in common
- Cruz del Sur I 34 materials in common
Complexity
66 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Richer than 62% 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 691 of 796 formulas
- Hedione in 656 of 796 formulas
- Coumarin in 524 of 796 formulas
Reviews
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FAQ
What is the Cairo formula?
The Cairo type formula is a Oriental Woody composition of 66 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 66 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 ingredient list on this page is public; 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.
