Material
amber up front, then vanilla, settling into balsamic.
About
Material by Amouage is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Material was launched in 2021. The nose behind this fragrance is Cécile Zarokian. Top notes are elemi and Patchouli; middle notes are Benzoin and Madagascar Vanilla; base notes are Tonka Bean, Incense, Labdanum, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud) and…
Nose: Cécile Zarokian
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Tonka Bean, Incense, Labdanum, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud), Osmanthus
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Material smell like?
amber up front, then vanilla, settling into balsamic. Dominant accords: amber, vanilla, balsamic.
What notes are in Material?
Top: elemi, Patchouli. Heart: Benzoin, Madagascar Vanilla. Base: Tonka Bean, Incense, Labdanum, Guaiac Wood, Agarwood (Oud), Osmanthus.
How long does Material last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Material loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Material best for?
Fall is the top pick (41%). Winter is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Material?
Night wear leads at 57%. Day is a secondary pick at 43%.
Is Material for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 65% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Material?
Composed by Cécile Zarokian. Released in 2021.
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