Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli
Brand: Maison Crivelli
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Santal Volcanique explores the contrast between creamy sandalwood and the dark, roasted character of coffee, sharpened by spicy cardamom and cinnamon. Its dry woods and earthy vetiver create a refined volcanic warmth that feels distinctive, modern, and effortlessly unisex.
Is Santal Volcanique worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cardamom, cinnamon and pink pepper, coffee and sandalwood at the heart, then dries down to Haitian vetiver and tonka bean.
Scent Score: 77/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 69, reputation 82, versatility 93, layerability 82 and value 54, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2022 · Unisex
Key accords: Cardamom, Cinnamon, Pink Pepper, Coffee, Sandalwood, Cedarwood
Top Notes
- Cardamom
- Cinnamon
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
- Coffee
- Sandalwood
- Cedarwood
Base Notes
- Haitian Vetiver
- Tonka Bean
- Musk
Occasions: Office, Evening, Casual, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli belongs to the woody fragrance family. A warm, smoky sandalwood fragrance that entwines aromatic cardamom and cinnamon with roasted coffee, dry woods, and earthy vetiver. Santal Volcanique opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Coffee, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood. It dries down to Haitian Vetiver, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How to wear Santal Volcanique
On skin, Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Crystal Noir by Versace. Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Crystal Noir and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Santal Volcanique opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Coffee, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood.
It dries down to Haitian Vetiver, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
What to layer with Santal Volcanique
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, cinnamon, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Le Male
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cinnamon, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Her by Burberry
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and musk.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Her on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Her
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
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 cardamom, sandalwood, and musk.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Chinatown
Pairings to approach with care
Aromatic Star Anise by Dossier
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Aromatic Star Anise brings an aromatic contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aromatic Star Anise on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Aromatic Star Anise
Capri in a Bottle Lemon Sugar 14 by KAYALI
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Capri in a Bottle Lemon Sugar 14 brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Capri in a Bottle Lemon Sugar 14 on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Capri in a Bottle Lemon Sugar 14
Related fragrances and why
- Crystal Noir by Versace — Both include cardamom, sandalwood, and musk.
- Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier — Both include cardamom, cinnamon, and sandalwood.
- Lost Cherry by Tom Ford — Both include cinnamon, sandalwood, and tonka bean.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Santal Volcanique?
Santal Volcanique opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Coffee, Sandalwood, and Cedarwood. It dries down to Haitian Vetiver, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How long does Santal Volcanique last, and how strong is it?
Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Santal Volcanique?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office, evening, casual, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Santal Volcanique?
Crystal Noir by Versace is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom, sandalwood, and musk. Apply Santal Volcanique first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Santal Volcanique : 2 sprays Crystal Noir.
Layering guide
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