Stercus type formula
The Stercus formula is a type formula in the Floral Woody Musky family: 33 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 Almond, Aldehydes, Anise, a heart of Rose, settles on Agarwood, Leather, Musk, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Heliotrope. Below you can see the five main materials of Stercus; 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 Stercus
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timbersilk | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Cedramber | — | 19870-74-7 | |
| Vertofix Coeur | — | 32388-55-9 | |
| Polysantol | — | — | |
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 |
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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.
- Boccanera 23 materials in common
- Aoud Exclusif 21 materials in common
- Intense Oud 21 materials in common
- Myrrhe Mystère 21 materials in common
Complexity
33 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Leaner than 86% 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
Reviews
4.5· 2 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Camille PittmanVerified buyer
if you've been hunting for a the original — this is the one. doesn't have the screechy alcohol blast that you get with a lot of alternatives. 10/10 would buy again.
- Nicholas MaddenVerified buyer
kept smelling my wrist for the first hour — the resemblance is that strong. side by side with the original, you'd be hard-pressed to tell the difference in the first 2 hours. 4 stars, would be 5 with better projection.
FAQ
What is the Stercus formula?
The Stercus type formula is a Floral Woody Musky composition of 33 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 Stercus?
Stercus features notes of Almond, Aldehydes, Anise, Rose, Agarwood, Leather, Musk, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Heliotrope.
How many ingredients does the Stercus formula have?
The Stercus formula contains 33 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Stercus 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 Stercus at home?
Making your own Stercus 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 Stercus 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.
