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Tom FordUnited States (Est. 2005)2017Eau de ParfumTrue Unisex1 views

Oud Wood Intense

Master Perfumer:Shyamala Maisondieu(Malaysia / France)
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Tom Ford Oud Wood Intense architectures an amber woody profile driven by Iso E Super, Safranal, Linalyl Acetate, opening with Angelica, Ginger before transitioning into a structured heart of Cypress, Juniper. The dry-down anchors the composition on Agarwood (Oud), Castoreum, sustaining strong projection over 8-10 hours.

Longevity (Hours): 8-10 hours
Sillage / Projection: Strong (1-2 Meters)
Versatility Score: 8.6/10
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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.

Angelica
AngelicaWoodyClick to inspect
Ginger
GingerSpicyClick 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.

Cypress
CypressWoodyClick to inspect
Juniper
JuniperWoodyClick 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.

Agarwood (Oud)
Agarwood (Oud)Smoky/ResinousClick to inspect
Castoreum
CastoreumLeatherClick to inspect
MOLECULAR SILLAGE STREAM• 0m → 24h+

Spectral Scent Dispersion

0m30m4h24h+AngelicaGingerCypressJuniperAgarwood (Oud)Castoreum0m
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.

6 Primary Accords
Cumulative Accord DistributionDominant to Subtle
Woody
92%
Dominant Accord
Leather
84%
Dominant Accord
Aromatic
76%
Strong Body
Oud
68%
Strong Body
Fresh Spicy
60%
Strong Body
Smoky
52%
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 • Leather
Versatility Index8.6 / 10

Balanced accords harmonize masculine and feminine facets with equal elegance.

CLIMATIC AFFINITY & TIME CYCLE

When to Wear It?

Seasonal Affinity Distribution

Dominant: Fall
Winter•Cold & Crisp
25%
Spring•Mild & Fresh
26%
Summer•Warm & Sunny
21%
Fall•Cool & Breezy
28%

Time of Day & Chrono Rhythm

24h
Daytime•Office & Sunlight
31%
Night•Evening & Event
34%
24h Round-the-Clock•All-Day Signature
35%
TARGET ENVIRONMENTS & VENUES

Ideal Places & Social Settings

TARGET ENVIRONMENT
WORK & OFFICE

Office, Work & Corporate

Controlled arm’s-length aura ideal for offices, meeting rooms, and shared professional workplaces.

1–2 Sprays96% Fit
RESTAURANT & BAR

Fine Dining, Restaurant & Rooftop

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

1–2 Sprays93% Fit
FORMAL & GALA

Gala, Wedding & Formal Venues

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

3–5 Sprays90% Fit
CAFÉ & SOCIAL

Café, Brunch & Weekend Hangouts

Relaxed, inviting character tailored for cafés, sunlit terraces, weekend brunches, and casual lounges.

2–3 Sprays87% 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).

Safranal

CAS: 116-26-7

Red Persian saffron threads, warm suede leather, bitter honey, and metallic spice.

Function: Principal aroma aldehyde of Crocus sativus stigmas imparting unmistakable opulent luxury.

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.

Cedrol

CAS: 77-53-2

Dry architectural pencil cedarwood, soft suede warmth, and serene woody fixation.

Function: Crystalline sesquiterpene alcohol anchoring Virginia and Texas cedarwood distillations.
ENCYCLOPEDIA SCENT SYNOPSIS & TECHNICAL DEFINITIONVerified Taxonomy

Curated Olfactory Encyclopedia & Laboratory Technical Standard

Oud Wood Intense by Tom Ford is a unisex amber woody Eau de Parfum released in 2017 and composed by Shyamala Maisondieu. Its official olfactory pyramid combines top notes of Angelica, Ginger, heart notes of Cypress, Juniper, and a base of Agarwood (Oud), Castoreum.

Fragrance HouseTom FordUnited States • Est. 2005
Nose (Perfumer)Shyamala MaisondieuMalaysia / France
ConcentrationEau de Parfum8-10 hours Longevity
Release & Gender2017 • True UnisexStrong (1-2 Meters) Sillage
PRIMARY AROMA CHEMICALS IDENTIFIED IN FORMULA
ISO 9235 Standard
Iso E Super54464-57-2
Safranal116-26-7
Linalyl Acetate115-95-7
Geraniol106-24-1
Beta-Caryophyllene87-44-5
Cedrol77-53-2

Batch Code History & Reformulations

Documented IFRA reformulations and vintage variation logs.

First introduced by Tom Ford in 2017 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Shyamala Maisondieu, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.
CURATORIAL FAQ DOSSIERVerified Facts

Key Questions & Curatorial FAQ for Oud Wood Intense

Direct answers regarding longevity, seasonal pairing, olfactory notes, and formulation batch history for Tom Ford Oud Wood Intense.

1

How long does Tom Ford Oud Wood Intense last, and how is its sillage projection?

Oud Wood Intense 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 Oud Wood Intense?

Oud Wood Intense performs at its peak during Autumn & Spring & Winter & Summer (Office, Work & Corporate, Office, Work & Corporate), boasting a curatorial versatility rating of 8.6/10.

3

What are the signature fragrance notes and olfactory pyramid of Oud Wood Intense?

Opens with notes of Angelica, Ginger, transitions through Cypress, Juniper, and grounds into Agarwood (Oud), Castoreum. Driven by Iso E Super, Safranal, Linalyl Acetate molecular aroma compounds.

4

Has Oud Wood Intense undergone any known reformulations or batch variations?

First introduced by Tom Ford in 2017 as an Eau de Parfum formulation by Shyamala Maisondieu, batches maintain consistent IFRA-compliant aromatic concentration and standard house flacon presentation.

5

What is the concentration tier and gender classification of Oud Wood Intense?

Oud Wood Intense 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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