The Portrayal Man formula is a type formula in the Woody Aromatic family: 76 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 Violet Leaf, a heart of Vetiver, settles on Cade. Below you can see every ingredient of Portrayal Man; 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 76 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 76 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 Portrayal Man recognisable.
- Florantone T in 3 of 796 formulas
- Hydratropic Aldehyde in 4 of 796 formulas
- Cade Oil in 14 of 796 formulas
- Vetiverol in 15 of 796 formulas
- Alpha Terpineol in 17 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Gold Man 37 materials in common
- Az. Pour Homme 35 materials in common
- Az. Pour Homme Elixir 33 materials in common
- Royal Princess Oud 32 materials in common
Complexity
76 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Richer than 78% 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
- Coumarin in 524 of 796 formulas
- Ethylene Brassylate in 478 of 796 formulas
Reviews
4.5· 2 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Shannon HughesVerified buyer
skeptical of Woody Aromatic dupes in general, this one changed my mind. after 6 hours the Cade is still there, just sitting on skin beautifully. absolute banger, already ordered a backup bottle.
- Harper DanielVerified buyer
i own both this and the Amouage Portrayal Man, and honestly this is scary close. doesn't have the screechy alcohol blast that you get with a lot of alternatives. 4 stars — the sillage is a little soft for my taste but the smell is gorgeous.
FAQ
What is the Portrayal Man formula?
The Portrayal Man type formula is a Woody Aromatic composition of 76 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 Portrayal Man?
Portrayal Man features notes of Violet Leaf, Vetiver, Cade.
How many ingredients does the Portrayal Man formula have?
The Portrayal Man formula contains 76 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Portrayal Man 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 Portrayal Man at home?
Making your own Portrayal Man 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 Portrayal Man 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.
