Matière Noire
The Matière Noire formula is a type formula in the Amber Woody family: 70 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 every ingredient of Matière Noire; 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 70 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
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How it worksComposition
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See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 70 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 Matière Noire recognisable.
- Cuminic Aldehyde in 3 of 796 formulas
- Magnolia Heart Oil in 6 of 796 formulas
- Phenylacetaldehyde in 7 of 796 formulas
- Beeswax Absolute in 10 of 796 formulas
- Hercolyn D in 14 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Gabrielle 32 materials in common
- Libre 32 materials in common
- Coco Noir 31 materials in common
- Gabrielle Essence 31 materials in common
Complexity
70 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Richer than 68% 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 691 of 796 formulas
- Hedione in 656 of 796 formulas
- Coumarin in 524 of 796 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 Louis Vuitton Matière Noire. 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 70 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 70 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 ingredient list on this page is public; 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.
