21/03/2025
If you like Guerlain Vetiver. Here is a great formula I created. Have fun with it! Comment if you tried it out!
"Vetiver Vibe" – A Homage to Timeless Elegance
Unleash your inner perfumer with this exclusive 15 mL formula, crafted to echo the iconic Guerlain Vetiver—a Woody Aromatic masterpiece that’s fresh, earthy, and irresistibly sophisticated.
Fun reverse-engineering this classic, blending high-impact synthetics with natural essences. Here’s the formula:
The Formula (15 mL Total)
All ingredients pre-diluted to 10% in perfumer’s alcohol
The commercial feel (4.5 mL):
Iso E Super (3.0 mL) – A velvety woody glow that lingers all day.
Dihydromyrcenol (1.5 mL) – A crisp, citrusy spark that lifts the spirit.
Top Notes (3.0 mL):
Bergamot (1.0 mL) – Zesty and bright, a citrus burst of pure joy.
Lemon (0.625 mL) – Sharp and invigorating, a wake-up call for the senses.
Mandarin Yellow (0.625 mL) – Sweet and juicy, a playful citrus twist.
Mandarin Aldehyde (0.25 mL) – A subtle, radiant shimmer that dances on top.
Neroli (0.5 mL) – Floral elegance with a citrus kiss.
Heart Notes (4.95 mL):
Vetiver (2.75 mL) – The star of the show: earthy, green, and utterly addictive (Haitian preferred).
Black Pepper (0.5 mL) – A spicy kick, tamed to perfection.
Sage (0.75 mL) – Herbal depth with a dry, mysterious edge.
Sandalwood (0.75 mL) – Creamy and smooth, a woody embrace.
Hedione (0.5 mL) – Airy and soft, smoothing the spice with a jasmine whisper.
Base Notes (2.55 mL):
To***co (0.6 mL) – Smoky richness that warms the soul.
Tonka Bean (0.6 mL) – Sweet and almond-like, a cozy finish.
Oakmoss (0.6 mL) – Earthy and mossy, grounding the blend.
Leather (0.5 mL) – A rugged, animalic edge.
Safranal (0.25 mL) – Saffron’s warm, leathery glow.
Isobutyl Quinoline (0.01 mL) – A trace of mossy-leather intensity, bold and unforgettable.
How to Craft It
Measure each ingredient into a glass vial with a pipette—precision is key!
Swirl gently to mix this aromatic symphony.
Seal it up and let it mature in a cool, dark spot for 2-4 weeks (6 if you’re patient)—shake it now and then.
Filter into a 15 15 mL spray bottle, and voilà—your own Vetiver Vibe is born. Test it, tweak it, make it yours!
The Vibe
Mix it, wear it, gift it—spread the vibe! Post your results below—I’d love to hear how it turns out. Let’s make the world smell amazing.
