Matière Noire type formula
The Matière Noire formula is a type formula in the Amber Woody family: 46 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 Black Currant, Watery Notes, a heart of Rose, Cyclamen, Narcissus, Jasmine, settles on Agarwood, Patchouli, Incense, Benzoin. Below you can see the five main materials of Matière Noire; 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 Matière Noire
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Muscenone Delta | — | 82356-51-2 | |
| Sublimolide | — | 111879-80-2 | |
| Florol | — | 63500-71-0 |
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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.
- Coco Noir 21 materials in common
- Cuir Nu 19 materials in common
- Maraschino 19 materials in common
- Paradoxe 19 materials in common
Complexity
46 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Richer than 51% of the formulas here: expect a long shopping list.
The shared backbone
Materials this formula holds in common with most of modern perfumery.
- Hedione in 711 of 807 formulas
- Hedione HC in 567 of 807 formulas
Reviews
4.8· 4 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Catherine MatthewsVerified buyer
had to leave a review because the resemblance is unreal. great balance between sweet, fresh and a little dirty. strong 4, soft 5 depending on the day.
- Julie MathisVerified buyer
wore it for a week straight, here's my honest take after 10+ wears. the Benzoin drydown is where the resemblance really shines — almost indistinguishable. if my bottle ran out tonight i'd order another one tomorrow morning.
- Tatiana SimmonsVerified buyer
a new signature for me, no doubt.
- Robert NavarroVerified buyer
wore it on the first day, the opening already felt like the original. i'll be buying this for friends as gifts from now on.
FAQ
What is the Matière Noire formula?
The Matière Noire type formula is a Amber Woody composition of 46 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 Matière Noire?
Matière Noire features notes of Black Currant, Watery Notes, Rose, Cyclamen, Narcissus, Jasmine, Agarwood, Patchouli, Incense, Benzoin.
How many ingredients does the Matière Noire formula have?
The Matière Noire formula contains 46 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Matière Noire 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 Matière Noire at home?
Making your own Matière Noire 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 Matière Noire 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.
