18 Shades of Labdanum

Amber fragrances have a tendency of being unpredictable. Some contain copious amounts of vanilla. Some are so heavy handed on the benzoin resin that they smell medicinal. Others remind us of what amber could have truly smelled like before it became extinct. However, there is one amber fragrance possessing a note of labdanum, and this fragrance is altogether sweet, animalic, resinous, earthy, and spicy. The fragrance is Labdanum 18 by Le Labo, and it is a brilliant perfume composed in 2006. This masterful composition contains 18 ingredients, and at the helm of the composition is the note of French labdanum. This natural ingredient has tendencies that are sweet, fruity, woody, and even leathery. Its combination with patchouli, Gurjan balsam, and birch makes it intricate and interesting! 18 Shades of Labdanum is our inspired expression of Labdanum 18 by Le Labo, and we made sure to use the same French labdanum ingredient to match the exquisiteness of the original. The natural aroma of th