Purpose

In everyday terms

Bergamot and pink pepper over rose and vetiver with saffron and suede.

Bergamot

Bright, fresh citrus, like the zest of a lime with a soft floral edge

Pink Pepper

Light, fruity pepper with a gentle sparkle

Frankincense

Church incense, like at Catholic Mass

Pimento

Warm, clove-cinnamon spice (allspice)

Rose

Fresh red roses, like a wedding hall bouquet

Vetiver

Earthy, rooty grass, like wet soil after rain

Sandalwood

Creamy, smooth wood, like sandalwood soap

Papyrus

Dry, smoky and woody reeds

Saffron

Warm and honey-like, a bit like the inside of a brand-new leather bag

Suede

Soft and velvety, like new suede shoes

Akigalawood

Dry, peppery wood with an earthy, patchouli-like edge

How it wears

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