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Gris Charnel
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Gris Charnel by BDK Parfums is a spicy oriental fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2019, this composition is signed by nose Mathilde Bijaoui. Its top notes of cardamom, fig, and black tea offer a vibrant and exotic opening. The heart reveals the elegance of iris and the woody depth of bourbon vetiver, while the base settles on the warmth of sandalwood and the creamy sweetness of tonka bean.
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- Positivo 80%
- Neutral 12%
- Negativo 8.4%
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@Diablo Alfa Damn it, calling DHP trash…
Diablo Alfa: 1. Feeling a scent is feminine is something personal tied to your sexual identity. 2. Not liking something yourself doesn’t mean it’s trash. 3. If you’re truly an IRIS lover, you’ll appreciate it in its various interpretations. 4. PERFUMES DON’T MACERATE, THEY OXIDIZE!!!!!!! The components already have their maceration time when bottled. Are you going to come up with the pH variation excuse too, like all the parrots repeating on social media? NOOO, nowadays there are all kinds of characters writing stupidity through a keyboard.
It’s not worth spending a fortune on. Too much hype for such a mediocre perfume that doesn’t catch attention at all. Smells like wood and cardamom body lotion. Sparse sillage, moderate longevity.
I had it and didn’t like it 🥺. My girlfriend (fiancée) was fascinated by it, and everyone I let try it also liked it; it’s a pleasant perfume, not bad, but I feel it’s very… I don’t know how to say it, I’ve heard it before, it feels very commercial. In short, it’s a great perfume that people like, but personally, it didn’t convince me.
At first, the tea feels a bit sharp, but once it starts to dry down, it’s crazy. The combination of iris, bean, tonka, and sandalwood is the best I’ve tried. That said, I don’t find it smelling like chai latte like so many say.
I’ll take the liberty of commenting on something unrelated to perfumes. I don’t know the fragrance, and from what I’ve read, I’m not sure I’d buy it, but when I get it, I’ll try it. It’s a shame to see the aggressive and ignorant remarks some people pour out on this forum. It’s a pity they don’t know how to exercise freedom of expression without offending… It’s normal, excellent, and necessary that not everyone likes the same fragrances or olfactory families; if that weren’t the case, we’d probably all smell the same, like in some dystopian futuristic reality. That said, I always value respectful and intelligent reviews that criticize aspects of a fragrance I like, as they help me see things from another perspective on things I might have overlooked and make me reappreciate the perfume. Same with good reviews of fragrances I “don’t like,” as they give another perspective, and it’s happened to me that thanks to that, some I didn’t like ended up enchanting me. I hope that every time someone like “@DiabloAlfa” writes their ignorance-filled nonsense and aggression, their review gets deleted. Let’s express our ideas with respect so everyone passing by here feels something healthy without hatred, in this beautiful hobby we all share.
An excellent perfume; it doesn’t have a huge sillage, but it has elegance, sophistication, and class in a bottle; I haven’t heard anything like it on the market.
I think it’s the shared sandalwood, but I sense a similarity to Santal 33, though with some different notes. I like both scents.
Bought it all the hype, and honestly? Wow. Smells exactly like Ferragamo’s Neon Vibes, just a touch sweeter and about 3,000 pesos cheaper. In the end, both smell great, but I think I set my expectations way too high waiting for that chai note that never really arrived.
Finally got it, first impressions: smells like black tea, vetiver, sandalwood, and iris, getting more powdery as it dries down. Reminds me of Le Labo’s Santal 33, which I also own and love. Unlike Santal 33, the iris here is more prominent and feminine, even though it’s unisex. The scent improves over time, becoming elegant, sweet, and fresh. I love it, recommending it to everyone 🫶🏻. I can’t fully evaluate longevity yet, but I’d wear it in any weather or time of day (just controlling the sprays). Now I want to try the extrait 🥰. I noticed someone was editing user reviews for convenience. I would never say Gris Charnel disappointed me; since I tried it, I’ve loved it and try not to overapply so the bottle lasts longer; it doesn’t need much, lasts forever on me and clothes. I never rate a fragrance as lowly as they did in what they deleted. I’d just say 10/10.
I smelled it on my skin and on my partner’s before knowing what perfume it was. I didn’t like it at all; she and I smelled like a man but ugly, it tickled my nose, and after hours, already with sweat, it smelled like a drunk person exuding alcohol. Maybe gentlemen will like this perfume well and that aroma on a gentleman will be attractive to women, but on female skin I didn’t like it on me or on her.
Gris Charnel: Spicy opening with cardamom and something sweet thanks to the fig. Middle: Very soon a notable iris incorporates itself with a slight touch of vetiver that disappears quickly. Final dry down: It’s based on an intense combo of cardamom, iris, and lots of sandalwood. Projection and longevity: Projection of about 4-5 hours, longevity around 8 hours. Conclusion: It’s a spicy aromatic fragrance, where cardamom is always present, followed by a talcy iris and a sweet sandalwood. Suitable for cold and temperate climates, but not for warm weather (it results in being very invasive). The scent, not being bad, doesn’t spark my interest; it’s a spicy and sweetish fragrance, somewhat generic, there are better and cheaper options in commercial perfumery.
I would say it’s a woody, creamy, and juicy fragrance, in that order. The opening is a light sandalwood sweetened by fig nectar. As it settles, the tea note takes prominence, but sandalwood and fig remain the undisputed protagonists. Only in its late dry down does the vetiver appear, making the perfume become somewhat metallic, to the point of reminding me of Le Labo’s Santal 33. It has very good projection for the first three hours and lasts a lot on the skin: I imagine that if I didn’t shower, it would still be there for days and days. This has been one of the few perfumes I tried and thought ‘I have to buy it now’. Fortunately, I waited, because its final dry down has disappointed me a bit; although it’s pretty, the opening is crazy: a perfect conjunction of woods and fig, sweet but with personality. The dry down, on the other hand, smells a bit like fine sandalwood air freshener. I see it as a perfectly unisex perfume, for mid-season and informal or semi-formal occasions. It’s perfect to be a signature scent. When it gets cold again, I’ll try the other version to see if I like that one more. Pleasant: 9/10, Interesting: 7/10, Versatile: 8/10, Original: 6/10.
Oh my, oh my, oh my, Gris Charnel. What can you say? It’s such an intimate and personal fragrance, charming, where at first you’re bathed in absolute iris, fig, and sandalwood. Created for close situations, for two, born to conquer (as long as there’s that close date). It doesn’t have great evolution or sillage, but it enchants. Despite this, it lacks longevity and practically the sillage is non-existent; it lasts a breath. That might be perfect for a short date, bless those who reviewed sillage and longevity, because I can’t experience it and yet I love it. Although BDK’s function with this fragrance is clear, one must claim its poor performance for those who want to show it off and mark territory, not just conquer. A dose of punch would be glory, because I insist, I love the fragrance and I expected more than a second skin.
It’s perfect for those looking for something different. It opens with fig and black tea, giving a fresh start but with a warm and spicy touch that hits the skin quickly. As it evolves, it becomes creamier and softer thanks to the cardamom and sandalwood, achieving a sensual air without being heavy. It’s not overwhelming, but its sillage and longevity are solid, lasting several hours. Ideal for autumn and winter or for elegant but not too formal occasions. Although it’s unisex, it has a refined character that stands out easily. The bottle follows the minimalist and elegant line, very in tune with the spirit of the perfume.
A very interesting olfactory proposal that I just acquired. The saddest part is that in my collection I already have Eilish 2, and this newly purchased perfume smells identical. Eilish has very good longevity at one-third of the price, so I’m sticking with Eilish 2.
BDK’s ‘Gris Charnel’ is a captivating fragrance that plays with the duality between freshness and warmth. With notes of iris, sandalwood, and a smoky touch, it evokes a melancholic and sophisticated elegance. Its balanced composition makes it versatile, ideal for any occasion. It leaves a lasting impression and feels both contemporary and timeless. Without a doubt, a gem in niche perfumery.
Gris Charnel is one of those fragrances for which I will always keep a bottle; it was love at first sight, perfect for my signature scent. Ideal for autumn and winter, its sillage is moderate but lasts about 6-8 hours. The opening is spicy due to the cardamom, but balanced with the fig. The dry down is an exquisite creamy sandalwood. 100% unisex, easy to like, and a real gem.
Gris Charnel is such a beautiful fragrance! Without a doubt, one of my favorites of this year. That cardamom, that fig, and that iris… what beauty! I tried it on a cold day and loved it; I waited for the next cold day to use it again, and now I’m just waiting for winter to wear it daily. It’s a warm caress, full of cardamom and fig, that invades the skin and wraps you in a luxurious fragrance, perfect to wear with a sweater or a leather jacket. I’m so obsessed that I’m waiting for a very cold day for my husband to try it; surely on his skin it will take on another aroma and… ahhh, so delicious!
I agree with @Indines: it smells like a well-blended mix that everyone will like, but it would have been more lucid to use cheaper ingredients for its target audience. It opens with cardamom, fig, and fresh green tea, not black; then comes a talc and earthy balsam that softens everything, while the tea shifts to black and the cardamom recalls an exotic jam. It finishes with creamy sandalwood and sweet tonka. I don’t feel that famous ‘Chai-Late’ vibe from the internet here. It’s pretty, but the longevity is negligible: once it develops, it’s barely noticeable on the skin. The sillage is low, which I don’t criticize as much. It’s a correct perfume, well-assembled, but it lacks soul and performance. If you’re looking for something green without being sharp, spicy without burning, talcy without aging, creamy without scorching, and sweet without being cloying, this is for you.
They give it way too much importance. To like it, you have to love earthy iris, dry sandalwood, and green fig, and I personally expected the opposite (creamy iris and sandalwood with a sweet fig).
Like other BDKs, this smells better for ambienting a space (a cool shop, a spa, or a hotel lobby) than for someone to wear. It sounds like perfume from its era (with that spicy sandalwood that lingers everywhere and in 20 years they’ll say ‘that’s how the 2020s smelled’). A bit timid, too safe (so safe it ends up masterfully unisex). Preppy, but not quite classy. Meh.
I like it; it’s pretty. It has a distant but clear resemblance to my Cartier Declaration, like second cousins, thanks to that creamy cardamomo that cleanses and elevates everything, adding a spicy, formal touch with proper elegance. It smells like clean rooms, luxury hotels, and boutiques. Is it worth it? Probably not. Is it very good? Yes. I don’t get the fuss over the name; it’s very clean with just the right amount of spice. I wouldn’t add ‘nothing more’ because it has quality, but it’s great as something non-invasive, classy, and clearly unisex, though not worth spending what it asks.
Totally agree with Juana P. Nowadays almost everything smells like sandalwood; surely it’s due to the excess of Javanol to last longer. Gris Charnel fits into that group because by the second hour it smells just like a thousand other perfumes.
I don’t understand the hype from YouTube reviewers. I only get it if BDK is paying them to promote the brand’s best, because Rouge Smoking isn’t the big deal they’re selling. Back to Gris Charnel: it’s a man’s perfume, specifically for older gentlemen around 50. Not just to me, but to those who approach me. It’s not even unisex. It’s not groundbreaking, sexy, or unforgettable. This is my opinion and that of my circle, but it feels like a scam for what’s being marketed.
Bought this a few weeks ago and what a gem it is; it totally surprised me. I tested it in Vancouver and was hugely disappointed; my nose failed me with that dark, spicy, oud/leather vibe, so I walked away with broken expectations. But I decided to give it another shot and fell in love: it starts mysterious and melancholic, then within seconds on the skin it smells like creamy, milky fig with a fruity touch and tea that calms it all. It’s a ‘comfort’ fragrance, like a cold September rainy afternoon in NY. The blend of fig, iris, and cardamomo is sexy and super unisex. The atomizer is incredible—simple bottle but with a heavy cap that screams quality. It’s a unique scent that’s hard to explain; you have to try it to get it. Not for blind buying, but very enjoyable; the price is steep but not crazy, understandable given it’s niche. I’ll always keep this in my collection.
At first, I thought it wasn’t unisex, more masculine, though a woman could wear it easily. The scent is potent; it didn’t seem delicious or everything the internet claims, and it can be overwhelming in summer. The sandalwood gives it body, but not the creaminess I expected.
Gris Charnel is that B-average student: discreet, well-mannered, and presentable, ideal for dinners without anyone asking awkward questions. Its supposed genius is not failing, but also not standing out enough to deserve the cult following it has. It smells clean and slightly powdery; the iris appears timidly, without the dirty velvet of Dior Homme or the soapy foam of Prada. The iris and sandalwood are functional but generic, interchangeable with any other. Tonka bean is there like checking a box: sweet and inevitable, typical of perfumes aspiring to be niche. Vetiver adds structure and bitterness, but nothing like the darkness of Encre Noire or the minerality of Terre. It’s unisex out of a lack of risk, not balance. Nothing surprises or demands. It seems designed in a boardroom where everything was approved by consensus. It works as a background for Instagram, but as an olfactory experience, it’s like drinking cold tea that promised more. Is it worth it? Not if you’re looking for originality or emotion. Yes if you want something safe and elegant for everyday wear. It’s what you wear when you don’t know what to pick but want people to say ‘you smell great’ without knowing why. It’s not a compliment; it’s a perfumed yawn.
I tested it yesterday on a colleague’s wrist without wearing it myself, and it lasted for hours. The next day, after showering, I could still smell it on her neck and arms. It has beastly longevity but is very subtle and elegant, not a bomb. Many might not like it because it’s not typical, but so far, it’s my favorite. It’s pricey and has an Arabic inspiration; it’s very similar to Lattafa’s El Liam Grey, but the quality of this Gris Charnel is majestic and balanced. First, you notice black tea, then iris, followed by creamy sandalwood, a juicy fig that isn’t sweet, and a subtle vanilla of tremendous quality. If you’re a collector, you must have it. It’s been a quality leap in my repertoire; my next purchase will be Layton by PDM. Thanks for reading, I know long reviews are tedious, but when I’m interested, I read everything.
It’s my second scent I can’t smell due to anosmia (Polo Blue and Eau de Toilette were the first). People ask what I’m wearing, but I can’t detect anything. With Escentric Molecules, I definitely notice it, even with Aqua di Gio right up against my skin after 8 hours. With this Gris, zero sensation.
I really wanted to like it, but I couldn’t. It smells nice in dry down, but on skin, it’s a different story. I was excited about the fig, cardamom, and tonka bean, but the vetiver, iris, and sandalwood overwhelm them, especially the fig and cardamom. It becomes dry, like smelling an 80s aunt with perfumed creams and two-piece suits. I bought it based on good reviews and those notes, which is a pity. I tried hard to understand it, but it didn’t work for me; the good news is I gifted it to someone older who appreciates it.
It smells very similar to the Arabic perfume Al Noor by Arabiyat Prestige. I still don’t understand why Fragrantica hasn’t updated it with this fragrance yet.
Tea, cardamom, and fig—pleasant scents. It smells like spring everywhere, but the performance is low for the price.
I ordered a decant based on the good reviews, and it was a total fiasco. In dry down, it barely smells like anything and conveys nothing, and on skin, it’s horrible: just sandalwood, a huge, unpleasant sandalwood. Sorry, but for me, it’s a bust.
The combination of notes in this perfume is absolutely addictive. It’s versatile, creamy, sweet without being cloying, casual yet also formal. You can’t go wrong choosing this fragrance. It’s the perfect wardrobe staple for indecisive days.
It smells super complex, even if many say it lacks a spark; the fig integrates perfectly without shouting and makes it unique. It definitely has that classic gentleman vibe. On my skin, it’s a smoky wood and very sweet due to the tonka bean, which dominates. It’s rich but not for everyday wear; more of a masculine scent.
I like it, but it doesn’t win me over. More than the fig everyone mentions, what hits me is a juicy blackberry note that defines the character. On my skin, it leans feminine. The dry down is creamy and elegant, which is the best part, but it has a bohemian vibe that escapes me a bit. It’s pretty and interesting, but it just doesn’t feel like ‘my’ scent. I would have liked more cardamom and tea, but they barely reach my nose. Still, I recommend it because many people might love it, especially given the magical hands of this girl who creates wonders.
Very beautiful, terribly feminine, juicy, inspiring, and eternal on my skin. A total masterpiece if you love velvet undertones. It opens fresh, friendly, and close, then gradually transforms into that cozy, enveloping sofa blanket. It’s endearing, delicious, and sweet without being cloying; it doesn’t spark fireworks but perfectly accompanies champagne, strawberries, and a movie night on the couch, adding an unexpected, luxurious touch to that moment (whether alone or with company, it doesn’t matter). A mature, intimate, and very ‘tender’ perfume. Thanks to @Jerry Drake for the decant.
Hi, I received a sample of this perfume from a previous purchase, so here’s my take: It’s a perfect unisex scent, though it leans slightly feminine at times, making it suitable for both men and women. The notes are soft, warm, green, and earthy, with hints of wood and vanilla that I can definitely detect; together, they create an excellent blend, even for those who aren’t huge fans of green notes or iris. It’s ideal for cold weather, but if you wear it in other seasons, it’s not overpowering or heavy. The opening is notably spicy. It lasts well on skin for about 1.5 hours with clear projection, then becomes more intimate; on clothes, it lingers as usual. It’s not a beast mode fragrance, but it has a subtle, elegant projection that’s hard not to like. If you can, try a sample before buying—it’s not for everyone, but I doubt anyone will dislike it completely.
Actually, I stumbled upon Gris Charnel by BDK after seeing it mentioned in the Bois Royal from Rituals under the ‘This fragrance reminds me of:’ section on Fragrantica, so I ordered the Divain dupe. To my surprise, I like it much more than the Bois Royal, and it has great longevity. I absolutely love it. In its dry down, it reminds me of Barenia by Hermès, which isn’t surprising since they share notes. While I see the Bois Royal as more of a scent for my husband, Gris Charnel starts off leaning masculine but dries down to an exquisite unisex trail, and by the end, I’m the one wearing it more. I don’t know what the original is like, but I’m head over heels for this dupe.