Bois d’Encens
Used in 4 formulas
About this material
Bois d’Encens has a rich, resinous scent that opens with a warm, woody aroma reminiscent of incense smoke. It develops into a deeper, slightly sweet and balsamic character, evoking a sense of calm and spirituality. This material is excellent for adding depth and complexity to compositions, often used to enhance the base of fragrances with a warm, enveloping quality. It pairs well with floral notes, particularly those with a spicy or sweet edge, and can also support citrus and herbal elements by grounding them. The typical usage in formulas ranges from 0.161% to 5.76%, with a common dose around 0.605%.
Usage in formulas
The 627th most used material of 1414 in the catalogue, present in 4 of 806 formulas. A signature material: whoever uses it means to.
Where it actually lives
The share of each family's formulas that contain it. Not how often it appears, but how indispensable it is inside that family.
- Woody Spicyin 3% of 37 formulas
- Amber Woodyin 2% of 61 formulas
- Woody Aromaticin 1% of 69 formulas
