Virēre type formula
The Virēre formula is a type formula in the Woody Aromatic family: 42 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 Bergamot, Galbanum, Petitgrain, a heart of Green Tea, Pink Pepper, Mastic, settles on Mate, Hay, Cedarwood. Below you can see the five main materials of Virēre; unlock the formula for the complete list with exact percentages and dilutions, and recreate it yourself for a fraction of the retail price.
€24.90
Exact percentages, dilutions and dosages for all 42 materials, plus the calculator that scales the recipe to any amount.
One payment · the formula stays yours forever
In the same purchase: a second formula for €12.90, a third for €9.90.
Every euro counts: 10% off from €60 spent, a free formula every €150.
How it worksIngredients in Virēre
| Material | Supplier | CAS | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iso E Super | — | 54464-57-2 | |
| Hedione | — | 24851-98-7 | |
| Calabrian Bergamot Oil FCF | — | 68648-33-9 | |
| Linalyl Acetate | — | 115-95-7 | |
| Cedarwood Virginia Oil | — | 8000-27-9 |
37 more materials, revealed when you unlock the formula
Create a free account to see every material name
Free perfume formula calculator: grams, dilutions and alcohol for any batch
Unlock the full formula
See exact percentages, dilutions and dosage for every one of the 42 materials in this composition.
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.
- Gold Incense 25 materials in common
- Scandal Parfum Cologne 25 materials in common
- Colonia Ebano 23 materials in common
- Invictus Victory Absolu 23 materials in common
Complexity
42 materials, against a catalogue median of 45. Leaner than 62% 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 726 of 807 formulas
- Hedione in 711 of 807 formulas
Reviews
5.0· 2 reviewsOnly verified buyers can review this formula. Unlock it to leave a rating.
- Dorothy McGeeVerified buyer
i was nervous about the comparison to the original but it holds up. the more i wear it the more i love it. if my bottle ran out tonight i'd order another one tomorrow morning.
- Laura LebedevVerified buyer
i'm very picky with Woody Aromatic and this one passed the test. absolute winner, full stop.
FAQ
What is the Virēre formula?
The Virēre type formula is a Woody Aromatic composition of 42 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 Virēre?
Virēre features notes of Bergamot, Galbanum, Petitgrain, Green Tea, Pink Pepper, Mastic, Mate, Hay, Cedarwood.
How many ingredients does the Virēre formula have?
The Virēre formula contains 42 raw materials, each identified by GC-MS and rebuilt with buyable materials.
Is this the exact Virēre 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 Virēre at home?
Making your own Virēre 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 Virēre 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.
