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Ex Nihilo Cologne 352

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Ex nihilo cologne 352: freshness created from nothing

Imagine a fragrance that starts as a clean slate — this is the philosophy of Ex Nihilo, a niche French perfume house founded in 2013 by three friends.

Their bold idea materialized in Cologne 352, released in 2014 and part of the Initiale collection.

In Russia, it is known as "Eks Nihilo Kolon 352", and from the first breath, this unisex perfume transports you to a world of elegant freshness.

Authorship and inspiration

Behind the creation of Cologne 352 is the experienced hand of perfumer Jacques Huclier, who masterfully blends tradition and modernity.

His work reflects the DNA of the Ex Nihilo brand — the desire to create something unique from nothingness, offering fragrances that go beyond the ordinary.

This release emphasizes the creativity of the house and its ability to surprise connoisseurs of niche perfumery.

Character and positioning

The unisex fragrance Cologne 352 is perfect for those who value lightness and sophistication.

As perfume water, it offers balanced longevity, and its medium trail leaves an unobtrusive but memorable trace.

This fragrance works excellently in warm seasons, for everyday wear or informal meetings, providing a sense of purity and comfort.

Similar fragrances for further exploration

If Cologne 352 has captivated you, it's worth paying attention to other fresh compositions.

For example, Mugler Mugler Cologne Come Together offers a similar citrus lightness, while Victoria's Secret Coral Sky adds fruity accents, and Mary Kay Embrace Today embodies optimistic freshness.

Each of these perfumes opens new facets in the world of fragrances.

Influence and legacy

Cologne 352 strengthened the reputation of Ex Nihilo as a brand that boldly experiments with classical forms.

Combining citrus and fougère families, it demonstrates how traditional notes can be revitalized with a modern approach.

This perfume is for those who seek not just a scent, but a whole story woven from air and imagination.

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Key fragrance characteristics

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Description of the composition

Composition and Note Development

The Cologne 352 pyramid is built on a harmonious blend of key elements that seamlessly transition into one another, creating a cohesive whole.

The composition is dominated by a citrus accord, providing a bright and refreshing opening that gradually softens with guaiac wood and white wood, which add warm woody tones.

In the background, white musk lends softness and longevity to the composition, while petitgrain weaves in green citrus nuances, enriching the fragrance.

This blend of notes unfolds on the skin as a dynamic interplay of freshness and warmth, perfectly suited for lovers of complex, yet accessible perfumes.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Ex Nihilo
Segment Niche perfumery
Country France
Website http://www.ex-nihilo-paris.com
Year of production 2014
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

Composition pyramid

Citrus accord
Guaiac wood
Musk

Families

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
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Male
22%
Unisex
67%
Female
11%
What kind of event
Date
10%
Wedding
0%
Sport
10%
Sleep
0%
For party
10%
For every day
30%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
10%
Theatre
0%
Office
30%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
33%
Spring
Spring
33%
Summer
Summer
17%
Autumn
Autumn
17%
For what style / mood
Casual
40%
Gala
20%
Classic
20%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
20%
For what age
under 18
25%
18-25 years old
25%
26-35 years old
50%
36-45 years
0%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
14%
On the wrist
14%
On the knees
14%
On the back of the neck
14%
Behind the ears
14%
On the elbow
14%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
14%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
40%
2-3 atomisations
20%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
50%
Exoticism
17%
Luxury
0%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
17%
Calm
17%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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Packaging quality
High quality
4
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