The Perfume Bible / A closer look
Oud Santal
meets Philosykos.
Compare the recorded scent profiles, then decide what to sample.
Shared ground
Different note lists
The records do not list any identical notes. They may still share accords.
The distinction
Concentration not recorded leads with woody; Eau de toilette leads with green. The table below separates their listed profiles and voting data.
| At a glance |  Royal Crown Oud SantalConcentration not recorded Explore fragrance ↗ |  Diptyque PhilosykosEau de toilette Explore fragrance ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Concentration not recorded | Eau de toilette |
| Listed year | 2016 | 1996 |
| Leading accords | woody · powdery · iris | green · woody · fresh |
| Notes unique to this record | Sandalwood, Styrax, Clary Sage, Cumin, Sandalwood, Tuscan Iris, Jasmine Sambac, Agarwood (Oud), ebony tree, Gurjan balsam, Vanilla Absolute, Gray Musk | Fig, Fig Leaf, Fig Tree |
| Longevity / 5 | 3.44 · 52 votes | 2.48 · 1,544 votes |
| Projection / 4 | 2.75 · 52 votes | 1.58 · 1,449 votes |
Scores are category averages, not hours or controlled measurements. Different vote samples are not a head-to-head wear test. “Unique” notes here means absent from the other record, not proof of a formula difference.
Follow your curiosity.
A starting point, not a verdictConcentration not recorded
Start here if the listed woody and powdery direction interests you. Try it on skin before deciding.
Eau de toilette
Start here if the listed green and woody direction interests you. Try it on skin before deciding.