London type formula
The London formula is a type formula in the Woody Spicy family: 69 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 Cumin, Saffron, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Coffee, Coriander, a heart of Incense, Labdanum, Jasmine, Geranium, settles on Agarwood, Birch, Cedarwood, Musk, Amyris. Below you can see the five main materials of London; 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 London
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxolide | — | 1222-05-5 | |
| Cashmeran | — | 33704-61-9 | |
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Sandela 85 IPM | — | — | |
| Patchouli Oil Light Patchoulol | — | 8014-09-3 |
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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.
- Oud Fleur 38 materials in common
- Vanille Fatale 31 materials in common
- Hindu Kush 30 materials in common
- Erba Leather 29 materials in common
Complexity
69 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 96% 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
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FAQ
What is the London formula?
The London type formula is a Woody Spicy composition of 69 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 London?
London features notes of Cumin, Saffron, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Coffee, Coriander, Incense, Labdanum, Jasmine, Geranium, Agarwood, Birch, Cedarwood, Musk, Amyris.
How many ingredients does the London formula have?
The London formula contains 69 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact London 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 London at home?
Making your own London 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 London 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.
