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Gilles Cantuel

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France

Arsenal Black

3.3829 ratings·Men·2007·Woody

Arsenal Black by Gilles Cantuel is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. Arsenal Black was launched in 2007. Top notes are Lemon and Sage; middle notes are Cedar, Nutmeg and Jasmine; base notes are Patchouli, Sandalwood, Amber and Musk.

Main Accords

woodypatchouliwarm spicypowderyaromatic

Accord Profile

Main Accord Structure

woody
100%
patchouli
84%
warm spicy
67%
powdery
51%
aromatic
34%
fresh spicy
18%

Composition

Notes Pyramid

Top Notes

Lemon

Lemon

Sage

Sage

Heart Notes

Cedar

Cedar

Jasmine

Jasmine

nutmeg

nutmeg

Base Notes

Amber

Amber

Musk

Musk

Patchouli

Patchouli

Sandalwood

Sandalwood

VFI

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Fragrance Fit

When To Wear

Winter

57%

Peak

Spring

100%

Summer

29%

Autumn

100%

Day

93%

Night

100%

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Community

What People Think

3.38

29 imported community ratings

Reviews

Community Reviews

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