Explicite by Ex Nihilo
Brand: Ex Nihilo
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Daring desire: nutmeg and pink pepper over praline, rose and lily of the valley, on vanilla, sandalwood and ambroxan.
Is Explicite worth it?
How it smells: Opens with nutmeg and pink pepper, praline and rose at the heart, then dries down to vanilla and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 89, versatility 67, layerability 84 and value 74, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Fall and winter, for dates and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Nutmeg, Pink Pepper, Praline, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Vanilla
Top Notes
- Nutmeg
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Praline
- Rose
- Lily of the Valley
Base Notes
- Vanilla
- Sandalwood
- Ambroxan
Occasions: Date Night, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Explicite by Ex Nihilo belongs to the oriental fragrance family. Daring desire: nutmeg and pink pepper over praline, rose and lily of the valley, on vanilla, sandalwood and ambroxan. Explicite opens with Nutmeg and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Praline, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Ambroxan.
How to wear Explicite
On skin, Explicite by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for date night and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Explicite opens with Nutmeg and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Praline, Rose, and Lily of the Valley.
It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Ambroxan.
What to layer with Explicite
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, pink pepper, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Miss Dior by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, lily of the valley, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Miss Dior on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Miss Dior
La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share praline and vanilla.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Vie Est Belle on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays La Vie Est Belle
Olympéa by Paco Rabanne
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Olympéa on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Olympéa
Madison Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share praline, rose, and ambroxan.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Madison Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Madison Avenue
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 34/99
Explicite has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent, and they share sandalwood.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Explicite : 2 sprays Tea
Legacy by Maison Asrar
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 37/99
Explicite has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Legacy brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Legacy on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Explicite : 2 sprays Legacy
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include nutmeg, pink pepper, and sandalwood.
- Miss Dior by Dior — Both include rose, lily of the valley, and vanilla.
- La Vie Est Belle by Lancôme — Both include praline and vanilla.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Explicite?
Explicite opens with Nutmeg and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Praline, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Ambroxan.
How long does Explicite last, and how strong is it?
Explicite by Ex Nihilo has long Lasting longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Explicite?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits date night and evening.
What layers well with Explicite?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share nutmeg, pink pepper, and sandalwood. Apply Explicite first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Explicite : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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