I quite like the smell of this fragrance oil OOB. The strongest note I smell is that of almonds - though it’s not listed in the description. To me, it smells like creamy almonds mixed with all the listed spice notes and a soft, barely there sandalwood note. I do not know what the original Le Labo Santal 33 smells like but it is one of those niche scents that people either like or don’t like. I perceive this fragrance oil the same way - it’s a lovely, comforting, cozy, and sultry scent that will have polarizing effects on people. I see this doing well in candles, room/linen sprays, and body mists. I have not tested it in any formulation yet.

For those saying that this smells nothing like Santal 33, I disagree. I don't think i've smelled other "inspired scents" that get this close to the scent. This is so beautiful; woody and masculine, yet very feminine. I always felt like Santal 33 would be better as a candle instead of a scent I want on my body. I do need help with getting a hot throw for soy wax!! Any suggestions?

I made this fragrance myself at home after smelling a now discontinued perfume on a person. I haven't been able to find my original recipe yet, it's somewhere. This scent is the exact replica. Thank you!

Smells like Santal 33 to me. This is a good dupe. The key word is inspired.

I love love the way this smells. It's masculine, woody and sensual. This is exactly the type of scents my candle demographic goes for. It's really hard to find anything like this. Most masculine scents smell either like body wash or cologne. I wish there was more options for scents like this. As much as I love it, I still can't justify paying almost double the price though.