Santal Blanc by De Leon bottle
De Leon

Santal Blanc

3.5/5 · 2 votes Masculine 2017
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Fragrance notes

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Character

Sillage2.5/5
Day0
Night50
Fall100
Spring50
Summer0
Winter0
Our take

Santal Blanc opens with a thick blend of caramel and tobacco. The sweetness is immediate and heavy, joined by patchouli and cedar that add a dry, resinous edge. This is not a bright or airy start. The tobacco feels dark and cured, while the caramel leans toward a dense syrup rather than a light sugar. Cedar provides a mild structural note, but the top layer stays focused on that rich, sticky warmth.

As the fragrance develops, oud and sandalwood take over the center. The oud here is prominent and woody, supported by the creamy texture of sandalwood and a mix of precious woods. The heart feels dense and grounded. The transition moves the scent from a sweet opening toward a deeper, more resinous wood profile. The caramel does not disappear, but it settles into the background as the woods become the main focus.

Amber, vanilla, and musk form the base, creating a powdery and balsamic finish. The vanilla adds a soft sweetness that pairs with the amber's warm spice, while musk smooths the edges of the heavier notes. The overall impression is a warm, sweet, and woody composition that fits a cool evening outdoors under a dark sky. The air feels crisp, and the scent sits close to the skin as the vanilla continues to soften the oud.

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