Scent One: Hinoki
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Scent One: Hinoki by Comme des Garcons is a Woody fragrance for men. Scent One: Hinoki was launched in 2008. Top notes are Cypress, Camphor, Black Pepper and Green Notes; middle notes are Pine, Woody Notes, Hinoki Wood, Cedar and Thyme; base notes are Olibanum, Vetiver, Juniper and Oakmoss. The…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Comme des Garcons picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Scent One: Hinoki smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Scent One: Hinoki?
Top: Cypress, Camphor, Black Pepper, Green Notes. Heart: Pine, Woody Notes, Hinoki Wood, Cedar, Thyme. Base: Olibanum, Vetiver, Juniper, Oakmoss.
How long does Scent One: Hinoki last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Scent One: Hinoki loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Scent One: Hinoki best for?
Fall is the top pick (34%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Scent One: Hinoki?
Day wear leads at 66%. Night is a secondary pick at 34%.
Is Scent One: Hinoki for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 55% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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