Centaurus type formula
The Centaurus formula is a type formula in the Amber Woody family: 43 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 Cinnamon, Tobacco, Cardamom, Pink Pepper, a heart of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Heliotrope, Jasmine, Geranium, settles on Benzoin, Bourbon Vanilla, Tolu Balsam, Tonka Bean, Ambroxan. Below you can see the five main materials of Centaurus; 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 Centaurus
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Patchouli Oil Light Patchoulol | — | 8014-09-3 | |
| Ambroxan | — | — | |
| Coumarin | — | 91-64-5 | |
| Paradise Molecule | — | 24851-98-7 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 807 in the catalogue.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Opus XVI Timber 22 materials in common
- Oud Cadenza 22 materials in common
- Oud Fleur 22 materials in common
- Sauvage Parfum 22 materials in common
Complexity
43 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Leaner than 59% of the formulas here: fewer materials to buy and to weigh.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Iso E Super in 726 of 807 formulas
- Ambroxan in 716 of 807 formulas
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FAQ
What is the Centaurus formula?
The Centaurus type formula is a Amber Woody composition of 43 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 Centaurus?
Centaurus features notes of Cinnamon, Tobacco, Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Heliotrope, Jasmine, Geranium, Benzoin, Bourbon Vanilla, Tolu Balsam, Tonka Bean, Ambroxan.
How many ingredients does the Centaurus formula have?
The Centaurus formula contains 43 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Centaurus 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 Centaurus at home?
Making your own Centaurus 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 Centaurus 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.
