Herod type formula
The Herod formula is a type formula in the Woody Spicy family: 40 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, a heart of Tobacco Leaf, Incense, Osmanthus, Labdanum, settles on Vanilla, Musk, Cedarwood, Cypriol, Vetiver. Below you can see the five main materials of Herod; 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 Herod
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxolide | — | 1222-05-5 | |
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Cashmeran | — | 33704-61-9 | |
| Coumarin | — | 91-64-5 |
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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.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Oud Fleur 21 materials in common
- Noir Extrême Parfum 19 materials in common
- Oud Stallion 19 materials in common
- Blonde Amber 18 materials in common
Complexity
40 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Leaner than 67% 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 725 of 806 formulas
Reviews
4.8· 4 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Jesse GuptaVerified buyer
skeptical of Woody Spicy dupes in general, this one changed my mind. projection is solid for the first 2-3 hours, then it becomes a close skin scent — which is honestly what i want. a no-brainer 5 star from me.
- Olivia SchmidtVerified buyer
picked this up specifically because i wanted a the original alternative and it delivered. safe to say this is going to be a permanent part of my collection.
- Jonathan WelchVerified buyer
knocked one star off only because of longevity, otherwise perfect.
- Gabrielle SloanVerified buyer
if the original ever gets reformulated, i'll just wear this instead. the sillage is intimate — more of a personal scent, which i actually love. this is what i've been looking for, for years.
FAQ
What is the Herod formula?
The Herod type formula is a Woody Spicy composition of 40 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 Herod?
Herod features notes of Cinnamon, Tobacco Leaf, Incense, Osmanthus, Labdanum, Vanilla, Musk, Cedarwood, Cypriol, Vetiver.
How many ingredients does the Herod formula have?
The Herod formula contains 40 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Herod 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 Herod at home?
Making your own Herod 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 Herod 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.
