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EL by FRA422: Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/FRA422/EL

EL by FRA422

Fragrance

EL

UNISEX

7.4/ 105 ratings

CitrusWoodyLeather

Fresh

Powdery

Released: Not recorded
Family: Not recorded
Perfumer: Not recorded

Overview Notes Similar Reviews

Get to know the fragrance

Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Black Pepper Carrot

Heart notes

Base notes

Ambergris Frankincense

Notes describe scent impressions. Unclassified notes stay separate from the pyramid.

The character

Citrus

Woody

Leather

Fresh

Powdery

amber

fresh spicy

white floral

Recorded accords. Strength is shown only where it is available.

How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

Longevity7.3 / 10

Sillage4.0 / 10

Value8.0 / 10

Community votes

Seasons

Spring

Summer

Autumn

Winter

Day100%

Night33%

Audience skew

Male50%
Female0%
Unisex50%

By scent profile

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Ratings & reviews

Community

7.4/10

Very Good

5 ratings

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EL compared

EL vs Cuir Marrakchi FRA422 & Harb'S

Frequently asked

What does EL by FRA422 smell like?+

EL by FRA422 features a layered composition opening with Lemon, Mandarin, and Ginger at the top, Jasmine and Cedarwood at the heart, Birch, Ambergris, and Frankincense in the base. The overall character is citrus, woody, leather.

What are the notes in EL?+

Top notes: Lemon, Mandarin, Ginger, Black Pepper, and Carrot. Heart notes: Jasmine and Cedarwood. Base notes: Birch, Ambergris, and Frankincense.

Is EL for men or women?+

EL by FRA422 is designed for both men and women (unisex).

What fragrances are similar to EL?+

Fragrances similar to EL include Oriental by Olive Perfumes, Étoiles Filantes by Auroradon, Beauté Fraîche Pink by Frais Et Frais, Wood Of Amber by The Dua Brand, based on shared notes and scent profile.

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EL by FRA422 is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Top notes are Black Pepper, Mandarin, Ginger, Carrot and Lemon; middle notes are Cedarwood and Jasmine; base notes are Frankincense, Ambergris and Birch. EL is described as a marine, oriental, and amber soul fragrance that creates a mysterious and sacred scent. The fragrance features icing notes that meet oriental spices and white amber, leaving a cool and long-lasting impression. Frankincense and birch add a cool metallic edge with a touch of mystery, while cedarwood, jasmine, and sustainably recreated ambergris bring warmth and depth. Users describe it as fresh, citrusy, and particularly suitable for summer wear, with a cool and refreshing character that's neither too heavy nor too light.