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Eau de parfum
Holibanum Zen Wood
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Holibanum Zen Wood — a woody-floral fragrance
Holibanum Zen Wood is a unisex fragrance by the Korean brand Holibanum, released in 2025.
The composition is presented as an eau de parfum and combines floral, woody and gourmand facets.
The name Zen Wood sets a calm, contemplative mood, while the composition itself is built around an expressive contrast of soft white florals, dry woods and warm sweetness.
Thanks to its gender-neutral positioning, the fragrance can develop differently on men’s and women’s skin while retaining its distinctive character.
Character and development
Ylang-ylang opens the fragrance with a rich floral note and a creamy, slightly exotic nuance.
Cedar emerges at the heart, adding a dry woody structure and a sense of composure.
The drydown is softened by vanilla, which lends the fragrance roundness and a gourmand accent.
As a result, Holibanum Zen Wood comes across as a fragrance at the intersection of floral expressiveness, woody depth and a warm, subtly sweet aftertaste.
Sillage and wearability
According to the database specifications, Holibanum Zen Wood has very strong sillage.
It is therefore especially suited to those who enjoy noticeable compositions and want their perfume to remain perceptible not only in their personal space but also around them.
Because of its high intensity, it is best to start cautiously: a small amount on the skin is enough to assess its development and gradually determine a comfortable dosage.
Precise recommendations for applying this release to skin and clothing are not provided, so it is best to consider the fabric, temperature and personal sensitivity to intense fragrances.
The perfumer and the brand’s style
The composition was created by perfumer Shin Eun-young. Her signature approach in Zen Wood unfolds through a clear three-part structure: a floral opening, a woody heart and a vanilla base.
For Holibanum, the Korean perfume brand, this fragrance is an example of a concise yet expressive composition in which a small number of key accords create a rich impression.
No separate concentrations of this fragrance are specified in the available data.
Who will enjoy Holibanum Zen Wood
This fragrance is worth considering for lovers of woody-floral compositions with noticeable sillage and a warm gourmand nuance.
It can sound especially natural in cool weather, in the evening or whenever you want to emphasize your individuality with a distinctive fragrance accent.
If you are exploring a similar direction, consider Nabeel Mukhallat Malaki, Armaf White Diamond and Nabeel Alya.
At the same time, Zen Wood stands out with its combination of ylang-ylang, cedar and vanilla, as well as its very strong projection.
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