Shambhala
Fragrance notes
Character
Shambhala opens with mountain air and citron. The citron provides a bright, acidic citrus edge while the mountain air accord gives a clean, cool sensation. This introduction feels sharp and immediately refreshing. The initial spray is light and carries a distinct zest that grabs attention without feeling heavy. It sets a clear tone of cleanliness and open space.
The heart develops into neroli, tea leaf, lotus, and cypress. Neroli adds a white floral sweetness that blends with the green, slightly bitter character of tea leaf. Lotus contributes a soft, watery floral quality, and cypress brings a dry, coniferous green note. Together, these notes create a balanced middle phase that is aromatic and fresh. The floral elements are present but restrained by the green and herbal surroundings.
The base consists of nag champa, sandalwood, oud, and oakmoss. Sandalwood offers a creamy, smooth woodiness, while oud introduces a deep, resinous richness. Nag champa adds a warm, incense-like floral smoke, and oakmoss grounds the composition with an earthy, forest-floor depth. The transition moves the scent from bright and green to dark and woody. The drydown is complex, mixing creamy woods with a moist, earthy foundation that feels natural and rooted.
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