Black vs Independent

Shared character

Both Black and Independent share a woody, spicy, and fresh profile. They both feature notes of sandalwood, musk, amber, incense, olibanum, nutmeg, ambergris, frankincense, violet leaf, and mandarin orange.

How they differ

Black is characterized by floral, green, powdery, synthetic, and animalic accords, utilizing notes such as jasmine, mint, magnolia, tuberose, ylang-ylang, mandarin, ginger, lily of the valley, suede, lotus, citruses, violet, cedar, iris, basil, cedar leaf, water mint, white flowers, and hyacinth. Independent features citrus and smoky accords, utilizing notes of bergamot, vetiver, benzoin, patchouli, woody notes, fresh spices, and blond woods.

Who each suits

Black suits those who prefer a complex profile involving white florals, green elements, and powdery or animalic nuances. Independent suits those who prefer a profile centered on smoky, citrus, and woody elements like patchouli and vetiver.