Xerjoff
'Ilm
'Ilm is a golden and magnetic amber fragrance signed Xerjoff. It reveals ambergris, cedar and oakmoss at its heart and rests on a base of amber.
Main accords
Pyramid & evolution
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Opening First minutes
Ambergris · Cedar · Oakmoss
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Heart ~30 min to 2 h
Ambergris · Cedar · Oakmoss
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Base Several hours
Amber
What its composition says
- Only 4 materials declared, against 7.6 on average in the catalogue: the formula is tight.
- Ambergris: barely 3.8% of the catalogue contains it, which makes it the rarest material in its palette.
- Amber: conversely, a material of the common core — 32% of the catalogue contains it.
- Amber and woody: 2 registers of raw materials share its palette, with amber supplying 2 of 4.
Frequencies measured on the Olfact catalogue only.
Scent profile
Estimates derived from the composition — not measured.
Wear time
Good
7 to 9 h estimated on skin
Projection
Generous
fills a room
Ideal seasons
Time of day
Made for cool to cold weather — below 15 °C (59 °F).
Ideal occasions
- Dates & seduction Its warm, sensual facets play the card of closeness.
- Evenings & nights out A present trail that holds its own when the light drops.
Who is it for?
For lovers of amber warmth who are not afraid to be noticed.
Strengths
- A legible, recognisable signature, without clutter.
Avoid if…
- you shun warm, opulent trails, especially in summer.
If 'Ilm by Xerjoff seduces, it is through its enveloping warmth: a sensual trail that settles in and that you want to find on yourself again.
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