Man in Black type formula
The Man in Black formula is a type formula in the Amber Floral 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 Spices, Rum, Tobacco, a heart of Leather, Iris, Tuberose, settles on Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Benzoin. Below you can see the five main materials of Man in Black; 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 Man in Black
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Cedramber | — | 19870-74-7 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Habanolide | — | 111879-80-2 | |
| Linalyl Acetate | — | 115-95-7 |
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Anatomy of this formula
What follows is not published anywhere else: it comes from comparing this composition against the other 806 in the catalogue.
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Man Terrae Essence 29 materials in common
- 212 Men 28 materials in common
- Rehab 28 materials in common
- Cosmic Pepper 27 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 725 of 806 formulas
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FAQ
What is the Man in Black formula?
The Man in Black type formula is a Amber Floral 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 Man in Black?
Man in Black features notes of Spices, Rum, Tobacco, Leather, Iris, Tuberose, Tonka Bean, Guaiac Wood, Benzoin.
How many ingredients does the Man in Black formula have?
The Man in Black formula contains 43 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Man in Black 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 Man in Black at home?
Making your own Man in Black 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 Man in Black 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.
