Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule Flacon Presentation
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Serge LutensFrance (Est. 2000)2012Eau de ParfumTrue Unisex1 views

Santal Majuscule

Master Perfumer:Christopher Sheldrake(United Kingdom)
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Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule architectures an amber woody profile driven by Iso E Super, Citronellol, Patchoulol, opening with Damask Rose before transitioning into a structured heart of Cacao. The dry-down anchors the composition on Sandalwood, sustaining strong projection over 8-10 hours.

Longevity (Hours): 8-10 hours
Sillage / Projection: Strong (1-2 Meters)
Versatility Score: 7.6/10
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OLFACTORY ARCHITECTURE & NOTE PYRAMID3-Tier Molecular Dispersion

Olfactory Note Pyramid

Layer-by-layer molecular breakdown of top, heart, and base notes.

TIER 1 • OPENING

Top Notes (Opening)

First 0 - 30 Minutes•High Volatility

Sparkling, lightweight molecules released upon initial atomization.

Damask Rose
Damask RoseFloralClick to inspect
TIER 2 • CORE CHARACTER

Heart Notes (Core Character)

30 Min - 4 Hours•Moderate Volatility (Core)

The heart constructing the main olfactory signature and sillage aura.

Cacao
CacaoGourmandClick to inspect
TIER 3 • FIXATIVE FOUNDATION

Base Notes (Drydown & Fixatives)

4 - 24+ Hours•Low Volatility (Base)

Dense molecular fixatives, woods, and resins anchoring the scent to skin.

Sandalwood
SandalwoodWoodyClick to inspect
MOLECULAR SILLAGE STREAM• 0m → 24h+

Spectral Scent Dispersion

0m30m4h24h+Damask RoseCacaoSandalwood0m
TIER 1 • OPENING PHASE0 min
Drag vertically or hover over left note cards to inspect molecular scent evolution.
OLFACTORY SPECTRUMSensory Balance

Dominant Accords & Character Matrix

Main accords determined by chromatographic composition and volatile oils.

5 Primary Accords
Cumulative Accord DistributionDominant to Subtle
Woody
92%
Dominant Accord
Warm Spicy
84%
Dominant Accord
Cacao
76%
Strong Body
Rose
68%
Strong Body
Powdery
60%
Strong Body
THE ENCYCLOPEDIA VERDICTVerified Empirical Wear Tests

The Olfactory Verdict

Objective consensus mapped through chemical volatility metrics and verified collector evaluations.

Longevity & Adhesion≈ 8-10 hours

Balanced Signature Longevity

Skin Volatility Curve64%
Formula TenacityEau de Parfum
0hTop
4hHeart
8hBase
12h+Fixation

Harmonious evaporation dynamics ensure a dependable, day-long evolution on pulse points.

Sillage & Projection1.5 – 2.5 m

Strong (1-2 Meters)

Noticeable ProjectionTier 3 / 4
0.5m1.5m2.5m3m+

Commanding scent trail that gracefully announces your presence without overwhelming.

Profile & CharacterSpectrum

Universal Unisex Accord

Feminine
Unisex
Masculine
Core IdentityWoody • Warm Spicy
Versatility Index7.6 / 10

Balanced accords harmonize masculine and feminine facets with equal elegance.

CLIMATIC AFFINITY & TIME CYCLE

When to Wear It?

Seasonal Affinity Distribution

Dominant: Winter
Winter•Cold & Crisp
36%
Spring•Mild & Fresh
21%
Summer•Warm & Sunny
9%
Fall•Cool & Breezy
34%

Time of Day & Chrono Rhythm

Night
Daytime•Office & Sunlight
20%
Night•Evening & Event
59%
24h Round-the-Clock•All-Day Signature
21%
TARGET ENVIRONMENTS & VENUES

Ideal Places & Social Settings

TARGET ENVIRONMENT
FORMAL & GALA

Gala, Wedding & Formal Venues

Commanding architectural base crafted for wedding halls, black-tie galas, and formal receptions.

3–5 Sprays95% Fit
CULTURE & LOUNGE

Gallery, Theater & Private Lounges

Nuanced molecular layers shine in art galleries, theaters, museums, and quiet private clubs.

1–2 Sprays92% Fit
RESTAURANT & BAR

Fine Dining, Restaurant & Rooftop

Refined trail complements fine-dining restaurants, hotel bars, and rooftop lounges without clashing.

1–2 Sprays89% Fit
PARTY & NIGHTLIFE

Party, Nightclub & Entertainment

Expressive projection cuts cleanly through nightclubs, lively cocktail bars, concerts, and parties.

3–5 Sprays86% Fit
SPECTRAL ANALYSIS & FORMULATIONMolecular Fingerprint

GC-MS Chemical Compounds & Fixatives

Spectrometry-identified aromatic molecules and synthetic fixative captives forming the scent backbone.

Iso E Super

CAS: 54464-57-2

Velvety, cedar-like, ambergris-sheen, transparent and expanding woody aura.

Function: Synthesized by IFF; forms the heart of modern niche perfumery (e.g. Santal 33, Molecule 01).

Citronellol

CAS: 106-22-9

Dewy fresh rose petal, rosy geranium leaf, and luminous citrus-floral lift.

Function: Essential rose alcohol imparting natural petal realism to Damask rose and geranium accords.

Patchoulol

CAS: 5986-55-0

Deep earthy forest floor, dark cocoa-woodiness, and velvety balsamic base tenacity.

Function: Sesquiterpene alcohol defining the longevity and richness of natural Indonesian patchouli oil.

Linalyl Acetate

CAS: 115-95-7

Refined Earl Grey bergamot, airy lavender blossom, and crisp ester elegance.

Function: Signature phytochemical ester of Calabrian bergamot and high-altitude Provence lavender.

Geraniol

CAS: 106-24-1

Sweet blooming red rose, palmarosa nectar, and sunny fruity-floral fullness.

Function: Foundational monoterpenoid of Rosa damascena oil bringing lush heart volume.

Beta-Caryophyllene

CAS: 87-44-5

Crushed black peppercorn, dry spicy cedar, and crisp woody-herbal crackle.

Function: Natural bicyclic sesquiterpene giving black pepper, clove, and ylang-ylang their dry woody bite.
ENCYCLOPEDIA SCENT SYNOPSIS & TECHNICAL DEFINITIONVerified Taxonomy

Curated Olfactory Encyclopedia & Laboratory Technical Standard

Santal Majuscule by Serge Lutens is a unisex amber woody Eau de Parfum released in 2012 and composed by Christopher Sheldrake. Its official olfactory pyramid combines top notes of Damask Rose, heart notes of Cacao, and a base of Sandalwood.

Fragrance HouseSerge LutensFrance • Est. 2000
Nose (Perfumer)Christopher SheldrakeUnited Kingdom
ConcentrationEau de Parfum8-10 hours Longevity
Release & Gender2012 • True UnisexStrong (1-2 Meters) Sillage
PRIMARY AROMA CHEMICALS IDENTIFIED IN FORMULA
ISO 9235 Standard
Iso E Super54464-57-2
Citronellol106-22-9
Patchoulol5986-55-0
Linalyl Acetate115-95-7
Geraniol106-24-1
Beta-Caryophyllene87-44-5

Batch Code History & Reformulations

Documented IFRA reformulations and vintage variation logs.

First introduced by Serge Lutens in 2012 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Christopher Sheldrake, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.
CURATORIAL FAQ DOSSIERVerified Facts

Key Questions & Curatorial FAQ for Santal Majuscule

Direct answers regarding longevity, seasonal pairing, olfactory notes, and formulation batch history for Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule.

1

How long does Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule last, and how is its sillage projection?

Santal Majuscule demonstrates an authentic longevity of approximately 8-10 hours on skin and textiles, projecting with a "Strong (1-2 Meters)" sillage radius.

2

Which seasons and occasions are ideal for wearing Santal Majuscule?

Santal Majuscule performs at its peak during Winter & Autumn & Spring & Summer (Fine Dining, Restaurant & Rooftop, Gala, Wedding & Formal Venues), boasting a curatorial versatility rating of 7.6/10.

3

What are the signature fragrance notes and olfactory pyramid of Santal Majuscule?

Opens with notes of Damask Rose, transitions through Cacao, and grounds into Sandalwood. Driven by Iso E Super, Citronellol, Patchoulol molecular aroma compounds.

4

Has Santal Majuscule undergone any known reformulations or batch variations?

First introduced by Serge Lutens in 2012 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Christopher Sheldrake, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.

5

What is the concentration tier and gender classification of Santal Majuscule?

Santal Majuscule is formulated as an authentic Eau de Parfum with a classified gender orientation of True Unisex.

COLLECTOR SCENT TAXONOMYScent DNA Match

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