Decision
The Decision formula is a type formula in the Woody Aromatic family: 42 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 Cardamom, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, a heart of Frankincense, Juniper Berry, Myrrh, settles on Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli. Below you can see every ingredient of Decision; 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 42 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
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How it worksComposition
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Ambrocenide | — | 211299-54-6 | |
| Ethyl Vanillin | — | 121-32-4 | |
| Veramoss | — | 4707-47-5 | |
| Cedarwood Atlas Oil | — | 8023-85-6 | |
| Calabrian Bergamot Oil FCF | — | 68648-33-9 | |
| Ambrettolide | — | 7779-50-2 | |
| Akigalawood | — | — | |
| Patchoulol | — | 5986-55-0 | |
| Patchouli Heart SFE | — | — | |
| Muscenone Delta | — | 82356-51-2 | |
| Myrrh Resinoid | — | 9000-45-7 | |
| Olibanum Coeur Oil | — | 8016-36-2 | |
| Olibanol | — | — | |
| Juniper Berry CO₂ Extract | — | — | |
| Patchouli Oil | — | — | |
| Rose Crystals | — | 90-17-5 | |
| Ethyl Maltol | — | 4940-11-8 | |
| Adoxal | — | 141-13-9 | |
| Safraleine | — | 54440-17-4 | |
| Rosyfolia | — | 1655500-83-6 | |
| Pink Pepper Oil | — | — | |
| NeoFolione | — | 111-79-5 | |
| Pomarose | — | 357650-26-1 | |
| Cardamom Oil | — | 8000-66-6 | |
| Labdanum Resinoid | — | 8016-26-0 | |
| Bourgeonal | — | 18127-01-0 | |
| Manzanate | — | 39255-32-8 | |
| Damascenone 937450 | — | — | |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | — | 128-37-0 | |
| Black Pepper Oil | — | 8006-82-4 | |
| Triplal | — | 68039-49-6 | |
| Isoeugenol | — | 97-54-1 | |
| Aldehyde C-12 MNA | — | 110-41-8 | |
| Damascenone | — | — | |
| Ethyl Caprylate | — | 106-32-1 | |
| Ethyl Decanoate | — | 110-38-3 | |
| Ambrofix | — | — | |
| Methyl Acetophenone | — | 122-00-9 | |
| Ambroxan | — | — |
Unlock the full formula
See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 42 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 Decision recognisable.
- Ethyl Decanoate in 2 of 796 formulas
- Ethyl Caprylate in 6 of 796 formulas
- NeoFolione in 14 of 796 formulas
- Rosyfolia in 16 of 796 formulas
- Methyl Acetophenone in 17 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Le Beau Le Parfum 22 materials in common
- Le Sel d’I. 22 materials in common
- Bad Boy Elixir 21 materials in common
- Bad Boy Extreme 21 materials in common
Complexity
42 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Leaner than 86% 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 691 of 796 formulas
- Hedione in 656 of 796 formulas
- Ambroxan in 469 of 796 formulas
Reviews
4.6· 5 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Beatrice YatesVerified buyer
highly recommend, this one's a keeper.
- Aaron KennedyVerified buyer
i've been through three bottles of the original, so take this comparison seriously. soft sillage that just lingers on your own skin, perfect for close settings. easily a 5-star fragrance.
- Luke AndersonVerified buyer
i keep reaching for this over the original, that's how good it is. docked a star because of the longevity on my skin, but the smell is incredible.
- Donna HillVerified buyer
i've been through three bottles of the original, so take this comparison seriously. the projection is around arm's length for the first 2 hours, then it tightens up — perfect for office. if you're reading reviews to decide — just buy it.
- Evelyn BoydVerified buyer
i've been through three bottles of the original, so take this comparison seriously. 4 stars — the sillage is a little soft for my taste but the smell is gorgeous.
FAQ
What is the Decision formula?
The Decision type formula is a Woody Aromatic composition of 42 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 Decision?
Decision features notes of Cardamom, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Frankincense, Juniper Berry, Myrrh, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Patchouli.
How many ingredients does the Decision formula have?
The Decision formula contains 42 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Decision 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 Decision at home?
Making your own Decision 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 Decision 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.
