De Los Santos by Byredo
Brand: Byredo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Clary sage and mirabelle plum open onto cistus and orris root over musks, ambroxan and palo santo. A soft, smoky Day of the Dead tribute.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2022 · Unisex
Key accords: Clary Sage, Mirabelle, Cistus, Iris, Musk, Ambroxan
Top Notes
- Clary Sage
- Mirabelle
Heart Notes
- Cistus
- Iris
Base Notes
- Musk
- Ambroxan
- Palo Santo
Occasions: Office, Daytime, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
De Los Santos by Byredo belongs to the woody fragrance family. Clary sage and mirabelle plum open onto cistus and orris root over musks, ambroxan and palo santo. A soft, smoky Day of the Dead tribute. De Los Santos opens with Clary Sage and Mirabelle. The heart brings Cistus and Iris. It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Palo Santo.
How to wear De Los Santos
On skin, De Los Santos by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office, daytime, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Herod by Parfums de Marly. Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Herod on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Herod and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
De Los Santos opens with Clary Sage and Mirabelle.
The heart brings Cistus and Iris.
It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Palo Santo.
What to layer with De Los Santos
Herod by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cistus and musk.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Herod on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Herod
Carmina by Creed
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and ambroxan.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Carmina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 2 sprays Carmina
Liquid Brun by French Avenue
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and ambroxan.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Liquid Brun on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Liquid Brun
Legend Elixir by Montblanc
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share clary sage and iris.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legend Elixir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Legend Elixir
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share iris and musk.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 2 sprays Miss Dior
Pairings to approach with care
Brutus by Orto Parisi
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 33/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent, and they share musk.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Brutus
Double Attack by Mind Games
Not Recommended · 34/99
Double Attack has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Double Attack brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Double Attack on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Double Attack
Related fragrances and why
- Herod by Parfums de Marly — Both include cistus and musk.
- Carmina by Creed — Both include musk and ambroxan.
- Liquid Brun by French AvenueBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include musk and ambroxan.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for De Los Santos?
De Los Santos opens with Clary Sage and Mirabelle. The heart brings Cistus and Iris. It dries down to Musk, Ambroxan, and Palo Santo.
How long does De Los Santos last, and how strong is it?
De Los Santos by Byredo has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear De Los Santos?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office, daytime, and casual.
What layers well with De Los Santos?
Herod by Parfums de Marly is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cistus and musk. Apply De Los Santos first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Herod on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays De Los Santos : 1 spray Herod.
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