Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum 50 ml

Let’s go into the woods & discover Australian sandalwood. This scent here is inspired by le labo Santal 33. This scent here was one that I considered a very good unexpected surprise. Love at first smell. Super creamy sandalwood with some other spices to go it a structural backbone but that sandalwood is upfront & booming. This one pushes quite moderately an arms length maybe abit more. Last 7 hours at the minimum. This one here I would say Is a super safe versatile wear for any occasion. One that can be easily a blind buy. 10/10 🔥🔥🔥

A Love Affair with the Smoky Forrest

Envision wearing a leather jacket in the evening while you sit around a campfire in the woods. You’re surrounded by fresh flowers. This scent is intoxicating and addictive. I purchased it for my best friend, who is a masculine guy. It smells so good on him, so I had to try it. After I sprayed some in my hair, I bought a bottle for myself (a very feminine woman). It has a very light, warm, smoky woods scent. Fresh and clean, yet a little leathery and mysterious. A perfect balance for a unisex perfume. It will be good for all seasons and occasions. Highly recommend trying this one! Smells wonderfully different on everyone.

All time favorite

I cannot begin to tell you where this scent transports me--maybe to leather furniture store and some human walks by who smells like heaven. That's the picture in my head anyway! Every nose is different and some have said it smells like pickles. No pickles here. Just an addictive intoxicating unique smell. I found out about this scent when I purchased another scent from Nordstrom and they gave me a sample bag as part of a promotion for buying scents. I had to grab it the next day. I could literally only have this smell in my wardrobe for the rest of my life, and be perfectly content. But of course I had to try their other scents. So, I currently have Another 13, Ambrette 9, and The Noir from Le Labo. But Santal 33 is number one, and it doesn't matter if it's warm or ... MoreI cannot begin to tell you where this scent transports me--maybe to leather furniture store and some human walks by who smells like heaven. That's the picture in my head anyway! Every nose is different and some have said it smells like pickles. No pickles here. Just an addictive intoxicating unique smell. I found out about this scent when I purchased another scent from Nordstrom and they gave me a sample bag as part of a promotion for buying scents. I had to grab it the next day. I could literally only have this smell in my wardrobe for the rest of my life, and be perfectly content. But of course I had to try their other scents. So, I currently have Another 13, Ambrette 9, and The Noir from Le Labo. But Santal 33 is number one, and it doesn't matter if it's warm or cold, muggy or dry, formal or informal, I will choose this scent above all others. I have to force myself to wear the other ones I like, too. But, you get the picture. I think you either will absolutely love this or it will smell like pickle juice to you. The price point is high but worth it, and they have a refill program through the main store as well.

Doesn't last long

Upfront, there is this sweet woody or fresh cut wood chips like smell. After 10 minutes, that gradually transitions to a leathery smell. I like the ingenuity in their scent profile, however, for a EDP at this price point, one should look for other alternatives such as Penhaligon's. My biggest disappointment in SANTAL 33 is that it only lasts for about 2 hrs even after few heavy sprays, which conflicts with a plethora of comment describing it as long-lasting. Hopefully Le Labo hasn't change its SANTAL 33 formulations over the year. I would still give this brand a second chance, but next time I'll be placing order directly from Le Labo official website to ensure the freshness of the fragrance.

Intoxicating, but definitely not pickles

The sales associate that helped me in UTC was wonderful. We had a conversation about layering and what scents pair nicely together. She was thorough in her product knowledge, leaving me feeling confident and excited for my purchase. The personalization is a nice touch. She started me off with the 50 ml bottle to see how I like it. The option to refill my bottle when I’m done is great!Everyone’s sensitivity to scents is different and not everyone will appreciate the same notes that create such an intoxicating parfum. There’s a smokiness and spice to it, but it’s also soft and comforting. There’s something sexy about it that makes you want to be wrapped in someone’s arms. It’s unisex, so do not get it twisted and expect to have more feminine notes. At the end of the ... MoreThe sales associate that helped me in UTC was wonderful. We had a conversation about layering and what scents pair nicely together. She was thorough in her product knowledge, leaving me feeling confident and excited for my purchase. The personalization is a nice touch. She started me off with the 50 ml bottle to see how I like it. The option to refill my bottle when I’m done is great!Everyone’s sensitivity to scents is different and not everyone will appreciate the same notes that create such an intoxicating parfum. There’s a smokiness and spice to it, but it’s also soft and comforting. There’s something sexy about it that makes you want to be wrapped in someone’s arms. It’s unisex, so do not get it twisted and expect to have more feminine notes. At the end of the day, your body’s chemistry has a lot more to do with it than you think.Also, someone today at work said it smells like pickles but I don’t get that scent from this. I did learn rather quickly though they two sprays is enough and that maybe I went overboard lol.

Lasting, natural scent

I’m not a perfumier so unfortunately I can’t give you a wordy review on the top and heart notes - but I can tell you that this is a delicious, lasting scent. I’d been looking for a fragrance for my husband who has a preference for woody, grassy scents. I wouldn’t say this is quite that - it’s difficult to describe. But it’s definitely more of a natural scent than being overly musky. I wouldn’t say it’s overtly masculine but it’s definitely not feminine either - it could work as a gender neutral fragrance if you don’t favour anything too florally (which is me!). We tried this on in Selfridges prior to purchasing here and the scent lasted really well - in comparison to my tester (Chloë Rose Naturale) it was still strongly noticeable well into the evening and perhaps ... MoreI’m not a perfumier so unfortunately I can’t give you a wordy review on the top and heart notes - but I can tell you that this is a delicious, lasting scent. I’d been looking for a fragrance for my husband who has a preference for woody, grassy scents. I wouldn’t say this is quite that - it’s difficult to describe. But it’s definitely more of a natural scent than being overly musky. I wouldn’t say it’s overtly masculine but it’s definitely not feminine either - it could work as a gender neutral fragrance if you don’t favour anything too florally (which is me!). We tried this on in Selfridges prior to purchasing here and the scent lasted really well - in comparison to my tester (Chloë Rose Naturale) it was still strongly noticeable well into the evening and perhaps even the next day. We absolutely love it and envisage this becoming a signature scent now. I bought it on the sly for his birthday tomorrow after trying it out on the Saturday. One thing worth bearing in mind if buying as a gift is Cult Beauty’s next day delivery service is actually a 2-3 working day service (or so their customer care team advise me), so build that into your planning.

Lives up to the hype!

I finally gave in and had to see what all the fuss was about with this fragrance. I tend to be drawn towards gourmands and florals, but I wanted to branch out a bit, and i cant stand to be left out of anything, even if I am a bit late to the party. This fragrance is a little pricey, but the quality is undeniable. The first time I sprayed this, it was kind of shocking because it was unlike anything I've ever smelled. The first hour it smells green, minerally, and leathery at the same time. I assume this is the phase where people compare it to pickles, but that doesn't do the fragrance any justice. I noticed that those top notes rounded out quite a bit when I applied it to freshly moisturized skin rather than dry skin. The dry down is incredible. Musky, woody, a tiny ... MoreI finally gave in and had to see what all the fuss was about with this fragrance. I tend to be drawn towards gourmands and florals, but I wanted to branch out a bit, and i cant stand to be left out of anything, even if I am a bit late to the party. This fragrance is a little pricey, but the quality is undeniable. The first time I sprayed this, it was kind of shocking because it was unlike anything I've ever smelled. The first hour it smells green, minerally, and leathery at the same time. I assume this is the phase where people compare it to pickles, but that doesn't do the fragrance any justice. I noticed that those top notes rounded out quite a bit when I applied it to freshly moisturized skin rather than dry skin. The dry down is incredible. Musky, woody, a tiny bit floral, rounded out with leather. It's gorgeous. I think it's a true unisex (if you can even gender a smell) the opening feels more masculine and the dry down more feminine, but never strongly either way. If you buy this, give it a few chances to win you over. First two days i wasn't sure. Third day I applied it post-shower and fell head over heels.

No fragrance

I wore this daily for a month without letting anyone I know I changed my perfumes. Since this perfume has been labeled the 'Holy Grail' of perfumes, I was expecting positive compliments. Zero. Not one person say 'WOW, what is that perfume?' I wasn't surprised because shortly after spraying it on me, I couldn't even smell it. There were days I would rotate how I sprayed it on me thinking maybe I was doing something wrong. No matter how much or how little I sprayed it, the outcome was always the same. Nothing. I would intentionally spray it on and wait a few minutes and them give my husband a hug. He liked the hug but never a comment on my perfume. I don't know if this is selective to only me but for the price I had to return it. IF ... IF ... I had just ONE positive ... MoreI wore this daily for a month without letting anyone I know I changed my perfumes. Since this perfume has been labeled the 'Holy Grail' of perfumes, I was expecting positive compliments. Zero. Not one person say 'WOW, what is that perfume?' I wasn't surprised because shortly after spraying it on me, I couldn't even smell it. There were days I would rotate how I sprayed it on me thinking maybe I was doing something wrong. No matter how much or how little I sprayed it, the outcome was always the same. Nothing. I would intentionally spray it on and wait a few minutes and them give my husband a hug. He liked the hug but never a comment on my perfume. I don't know if this is selective to only me but for the price I had to return it. IF ... IF ... I had just ONE positive compliment, I would have given it a chance. Sorry Le Labo Santal 33 one star is all it gets and that's only for the bottle design.

Trendsetting heady aroma

Le Labo are really changing the perfume game big time. Their curated blend of intoxicating aromas is a heady delight for your senses. The scents are intense yet somehow manage to steer away from being overpowering. This is my favourite perfume, as no other perfume I own parallels it. Everyone in my office asks me what perfume I wear, and have even bought themselves a bottle. They even joke they know when I am in the office, because of the amazing Santal smell. The delicate Santal Blend is iconic, and was a wonderful introduction into this game-changing brand. In short, this scent doesn't follow trends, it SETS trends.

gave me a headache

I wear Creed Silver Mountain which is too expensive and I am looking for a more affordable option for every day use. Santal 33 came in highly recommended based on the scent profile that I like.Unlike some of the reviews I had the opposite issue with the perfume not lasting, one spray and the scent was so strong and lasting that after a few hours I was getting a headache and desperately wanted it off of me. Some perfume got sprayed on the jacket I was wearing and after 4 days I could smell it, and it was so sweet and powdery that I could not tolerate it. It started with a clean scent for the first 10-15 minutes but afterwards as it stayed on it became like grandma’s mothballs! I’m left very confused by the store’s recommendations for this perfume given my preference ... MoreI wear Creed Silver Mountain which is too expensive and I am looking for a more affordable option for every day use. Santal 33 came in highly recommended based on the scent profile that I like.Unlike some of the reviews I had the opposite issue with the perfume not lasting, one spray and the scent was so strong and lasting that after a few hours I was getting a headache and desperately wanted it off of me. Some perfume got sprayed on the jacket I was wearing and after 4 days I could smell it, and it was so sweet and powdery that I could not tolerate it. It started with a clean scent for the first 10-15 minutes but afterwards as it stayed on it became like grandma’s mothballs! I’m left very confused by the store’s recommendations for this perfume given my preference for Silver Mountain’s very clean, light, and fresh scent profile with no sweet/powdery undertones. My search continues….