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Ex by Riddle: Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/Riddle/Ex

Ex by Riddle

Fragrance

Ex

UNISEX

7.5/ 1017 ratings

WoodyPowderyEarthy

aromatic

mossy

Released: Not recorded
Family: Not recorded
Perfumer: Not recorded
Origin: USA

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Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Heart notes

Base notes

Other recorded notes

Leather Hibiscus Ambrette

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

The character

Woody

Powdery

Earthy

aromatic

mossy

musky

violet

warm spicy

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

How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

Longevity7.4 / 10

Sillage4.3 / 10

Value6.3 / 10

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Day100%

Night60%

Audience skew

Male50%
Female0%
Unisex50%

By scent profile

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7.5/10

Excellent

17 ratings

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Frequently asked

What does Ex by Riddle smell like?+

Ex by Riddle features a layered composition opening with Jasmine and Cardamom at the top, Rose and Violet at the heart, Sandalwood, Musk, and Moss in the base. The overall character is woody, powdery, earthy.

What are the notes in Ex?+

Top notes: Jasmine and Cardamom. Heart notes: Rose and Violet. Base notes: Sandalwood, Musk, and Moss.

Is Ex for men or women?+

Ex by Riddle is designed for both men and women (unisex).

What fragrances are similar to Ex?+

Fragrances similar to Ex include Original by Riddle, Muse by Riddle, Sphinx by Riddle, Poppy by Riddle, based on shared notes and scent profile.

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Ex by Riddle is a fragrance for women and men. Top notes are Cardamom and Jasmine; middle notes are Violet and Rose; base notes are Moss, Musk and Sandalwood. Ex by Riddle is a bold and sophisticated fragrance oil that blends spiced cardamom and creamy sandalwood with floral notes of rose, violet, and jasmine. The composition is rounded out by moss and musk, creating a scent profile that is deep, green, and elegant. Designed as a concentrated oil, Ex offers a long-lasting aroma with a classic and confident character.