Vanilla Sex
The Vanilla Sex formula is a type formula in the Amber family: 41 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 Bitter Almond, a heart of Vanilla, Floral Notes, settles on Vanilla, Ultravanil, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood. Below you can see every ingredient of Vanilla Sex; 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 41 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
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How it worksComposition
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dipropylene Glycol | — | 25265-71-8 | |
| Ethyl Vanillin | — | 121-32-4 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Vanillin | — | 121-33-5 | |
| Hedione HC | — | — | |
| Ethylene Brassylate | — | 105-95-3 | |
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Sandela 85 IPM | — | — | |
| Heliotropin | — | 120-57-0 | |
| Osyrol (Kalama) | — | — | |
| Linalool | — | 78-70-6 | |
| Polysantol | — | — | |
| Cedarwood Texas Oil | — | 68990-83-0 | |
| Benzaldehyde | — | 100-52-7 | |
| Ambrox Super | — | — | |
| Coumarin | — | 91-64-5 | |
| Gamma Nonalactone | — | 104-61-0 | |
| Benzoin Oliffac 50/63 | — | — | |
| Para-Cresyl Phenyl Acetate | — | 101-94-0 | |
| Tonka Bean Absolute | — | 8046-22-8 | |
| Vanilla CO₂ Extract ( Vanillin) 50% | — | — | |
| Fresh Ginger Oil | — | 8007-08-7 | |
| Jasmine Absolute | — | 8022-96-6 | |
| Ylang Ylang I Oil | — | 8006-81-3 | |
| Tonquitone 0613 | — | — | |
| Hydrocarboresine | — | 8016-26-0 | |
| Methyl Laitone DPG | — | 94201-19-1 | |
| Ultravanil | — | 2563-07-7 | |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | — | 128-37-0 | |
| Methyl Anthranilate | — | 134-20-3 | |
| Ethyl Maltol | — | 4940-11-8 | |
| Maltol | — | 118-71-8 | |
| Benzyl Alcohol | — | 100-51-6 | |
| Bergamote 000136 | — | — | |
| Myrrh CO₂ Extract | — | 8016-37-3 | |
| Heliotropex N | — | — | |
| Rum Type Jamaica CO₂ Extract | — | — | |
| Methyl Cinnamate | — | 103-26-4 | |
| Aldehyde C-11 Undecylic | — | 112-44-7 | |
| Acetophenone | — | 98-86-2 | |
| Damascenone 937450 | — | — |
Unlock the full formula
See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 41 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 Vanilla Sex recognisable.
- Methyl Cinnamate in 8 of 796 formulas
- Para-Cresyl Phenyl Acetate in 9 of 796 formulas
- Ultravanil in 11 of 796 formulas
- Rum Type Jamaica CO₂ Extract in 24 of 796 formulas
- Heliotropex N in 25 of 796 formulas
Built from the same palette
If you have the materials for this one, you are halfway to these.
- Scandal Pour Homme Absolu 21 materials in common
- Angel Elixir 20 materials in common
- Interlude Black Iris 20 materials in common
- Velvet Orchid 20 materials in common
Complexity
41 materials, against a catalogue median of 60. Leaner than 88% 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 691 of 796 formulas
- Hedione in 656 of 796 formulas
- Coumarin in 524 of 796 formulas
Reviews
3.8· 5 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Natalia BloomVerified buyer
came back to update after a few months of wear. very close to a 5 for me, just doesn't quite hit that signature note.
- Sara PradhanVerified buyer
had to leave a review because the resemblance is unreal. compared to the Tom Ford / Nishane Vanilla Sex (Kayali Vanilla), the Bitter almond opening is the closest part to my nose. a new signature for me, no doubt.
- Tina GuerreroVerified buyer
i was nervous about the comparison to the Tom Ford / Nishane Vanilla Sex (Kayali Vanilla) but it holds up. had my partner smell both side by side and they couldn't tell which was which. wish it lasted a bit longer, but the scent itself is excellent.
- Madison BrownVerified buyer
fine for casual days, wouldn't reach for it for special occasions.
- Russell HillVerified buyer
skeptical of Amber dupes in general, this one changed my mind. decent everyday wear, just doesn't have that wow factor for me.
FAQ
What is the Vanilla Sex formula?
The Vanilla Sex type formula is a Amber composition of 41 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 Vanilla Sex?
Vanilla Sex features notes of Bitter Almond, Vanilla, Floral Notes, Vanilla, Ultravanil, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood.
How many ingredients does the Vanilla Sex formula have?
The Vanilla Sex formula contains 41 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Vanilla Sex 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 Vanilla Sex at home?
Making your own Vanilla Sex 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 Vanilla Sex 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.
