Memoir Man

In everyday terms

Absinthe and wormwood over rose and frankincense with sandalwood and vetiver.

Absinthe

Bitter, herbal and aniseed-like, close to the sharp smell of agbo herbs soaking in a bottle

Wormwood

Bitter, herbal leaves

Basil

Fresh and peppery-green, like scent leaf (efinrin / nchanwu)

Mint

Cool and fresh, like Tom-Tom sweets

Rose

Fresh red roses, like a wedding hall bouquet

Frankincense

Church incense, like at Catholic Mass

Lavender

Clean and herbal, like lavender air freshener or soap

Sandalwood

Creamy, smooth wood, like sandalwood soap

Vetiver

Earthy, rooty grass, like wet soil after rain

Guaiac Wood

Smoky, sweet wood

Amber

Warm, sweet and resinous, like soft incense glowing in a room

Vanilla

Sweet and creamy, like vanilla ice cream or custard

How it wears

In Nigerian heat, most perfumes project more but fade faster. Spray some on your clothes to make it last longer.