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Eau de parfum
100BON Incense & Cuir
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
100BON Incense & Cuir is a 2024 eau de parfum created for those who appreciate expressive, warm and slightly mysterious compositions.
The fragrance belongs to the leather and balsamic families, so its character is built around smoky incense, dry woody nuances, amber and soft spice.
The release is part of the L'Atelier 100BON collection, a brand direction where clean, modern aesthetics meet the character of niche perfumery.
For 100BON, founded in 2017 by Nicolas and Raphaël Hervé, this fragrance is particularly interesting for its combination of a concise presentation and a deep olfactory profile.
The composition was created by Amandine Galliano.
Her work explores the theme of incense and leather without excessive heaviness: Incense & Cuir smells poised, elegant and dimensional while retaining a sense of cleanliness and refinement.
How Incense & Cuir Smells
This is a unisex fragrance with a confident yet non-aggressive character.
It combines spicy dryness, resinous depth and a subtle leather texture, making the composition feel both austere and sensual.
At the opening, the fragrance makes a bright, slightly cool impression, then becomes smokier and more balsamic.
As it develops, leather and dry woods add texture, while amber, patchouli and musk soften the composition, leaving a warm, comfortable drydown.
Incense & Cuir has moderate sillage: the fragrance is noticeable within personal space and beautifully accompanies its wearer without trying to fill the entire room.
It is suitable for the office, walks, meetings and relaxed evening outings when you want to highlight your taste without being conspicuously loud.
Wearability and Dosage
The eau de parfum smells especially harmonious in cool weather, during the transitional seasons and in winter, when spicy, resinous and woody accords unfold most expressively.
In summer, it is best worn in the evening or applied sparingly to preserve the balance between smokiness and freshness.
For application to the skin, try the “walk through a cloud” technique: spray the fragrance in front of you and gently walk through the scented cloud.
One or two sprays are enough for clothing, especially when the fabric is dense and holds the perfume composition well.
If you enjoy leather and amber fragrances with a spicy, resinous mood, take a look at Mugler A*Men Pure Leather.
As alternatives, you could also consider The Spirit of Dubai Meydan and Nabeel Acqua di Nabeel Absolute. They also have a rich, warm and noticeable character, although their development differs.
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