Issara
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into sweet.
About
Issara by Parfums Dusita is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women and men. Issara was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Pissara Umavijani. Top notes are Sage and Pine needles; middle notes are Coumarin, Tobacco and Bourbon Vetiver; base notes are Woody Notes, Oakmoss, Musk and Amber.…
Nose: Pissara Umavijani
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Parfums Dusita picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Issara smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, sweet.
What notes are in Issara?
Top: Sage, Pine needles. Heart: Coumarin, Tobacco, Bourbon Vetiver. Base: Woody Notes, Oakmoss, Musk, Amber.
How long does Issara last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Issara loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Issara best for?
Fall is the top pick (37%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Issara?
Day wear leads at 67%. Night is a secondary pick at 33%.
Is Issara for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 61% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Issara?
Composed by Pissara Umavijani. Released in 2016.
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