Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver Eau De Parfum 100ml For Unisex

Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver Eau de Parfum 100ml is a powerful woody fragrance for men and women, softened by a powdery, musky heart. It opens with pink pepper and cardamom, moves into cyclamen, heliotrope and white cedarwood, and settles on sandalwood, patchouli, musk and cypriol.

About Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver

Ex Nihilo is a Parisian haute perfumery house founded in 2013 by Benoît Verdier, Sylvie Loday and Olivier Royère. Its name is Latin for "out of nothing", or created from scratch, and its first boutique opened at 352 rue Saint-Honoré in Paris, close to Place Vendôme. The house says its perfumers work with complete creative freedom, without limits on materials or cost. Ex Nihilo is also known for the Osmologue, a technology in its boutiques that lets customers personalise selected fragrances.

Ex Nihilo describes Bois D'Hiver as "an iron fist in a velvet glove". The name means "winter wood" in French, and the house calls it the contrasted version of a dynamic, urban woody fragrance. Perfumer Michel Girard paired strong woods with a soft, powdery floral heart, so the scent feels bold and comforting at the same time. It belongs to the house's early collection.

Fragrance Notes

• Top notes: Pink Pepper, Cardamom
• Heart notes: Cyclamen, Heliotrope, White Cedarwood
• Base notes: Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Cypriol

Fragrance family: Woody Powdery | Gender: Unisex | Perfumer: Michel Girard | Concentration: Eau de Parfum | Size: 100ml

What Does Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver Smell Like?

The opening is spicy and bright. Pink pepper adds a rosy sparkle and cardamom (elaichi) brings a cool, aromatic spice that feels familiar and inviting.

In the heart, heliotrope gives a soft, almond-like powderiness, cyclamen adds a light, watery floral touch and white cedarwood keeps it dry and clean. This is the velvet glove of the scent.

In the base, sandalwood adds creamy warmth, patchouli gives earthy depth, cypriol (nagarmotha) brings a smoky, rooty woodiness and musk makes it soft and close. The result is woody, powdery and refined.

Key Ingredients Explained

• Cardamom: Cardamom (elaichi) adds a cool, aromatic and gently sweet spice.
• Heliotrope: Heliotrope gives a soft, powdery, almond-like floral sweetness.
• Cyclamen: Cyclamen gives a light, watery and slightly green floral freshness.
• Sandalwood: Sandalwood is a creamy, milky wood, much loved in India, that adds smoothness and warmth.
• Cypriol: Cypriol (nagarmotha) is an earthy, smoky root note widely used in Indian and Arabian perfumery.
• Patchouli: Patchouli is an earthy, woody leaf note that adds depth and staying power.

Longevity and Performance

As an Eau de Parfum, it has a higher concentration of perfume oils than an Eau de Toilette, so it lasts well and leaves a noticeable trail. Longevity depends on skin type, weather and the amount applied, but two to four sprays are usually enough. Its woody, musky base gives Bois D'Hiver a smooth, steady trail that feels warm and polished.

When to Wear Bois D'Hiver

• Office and meetings: Elegant and confident.
• Winter evenings: As the name suggests, a cosy woody scent.
• Dinners and events: Refined and distinctive.
• Monsoon days: Woods and spice feel comforting.
• Shared fragrance: Unisex, for men and women.

Who Is It For?

Bois D'Hiver is for men and women who love powdery, woody perfumes with a soft, elegant character. For a fresher woody scent, try Ex Nihilo The Hedonist; for a smoky, creamy option, try Ex Nihilo Atlas Fever.

Why Choose Bois D'Hiver?

Bois D'Hiver balances strength and softness beautifully. Cardamom and cypriol give it a familiar Indian warmth, while heliotrope and musk make it smooth and powdery. It is a refined choice for anyone who wants a woody scent that feels elegant rather than rough.

How to Wear and Layer It

1. Spray on neck, chest and wrists.
2. Two to three sprays are enough for most occasions.
3. Apply on moisturised skin for better longevity.
4. For evenings, a light mist on clothes adds to the trail.

Layering tip: Wear it alone, or layer it with a light sandalwood attar for a creamier, warmer finish.

Good to Know

Cypriol, also called nagarmotha, is a root widely used in Indian and Arabian perfumery. In Bois D'Hiver it adds a smoky, earthy depth that pairs well with sandalwood and patchouli.

How to Store Your Perfume

Keep your perfume in its box, away from direct sunlight, heat and humidity. In Indian weather, avoid leaving it in a car or a steamy bathroom; a cool cupboard or drawer is ideal. Always close the cap tightly after use, as heat and air can change the scent over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver smell like?

It smells spicy, powdery and woody: pink pepper and cardamom at the start, cyclamen, heliotrope and white cedarwood in the heart, and sandalwood, patchouli, musk and cypriol in the base.

What are the notes of Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver?

In Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver, the top notes are Pink Pepper, Cardamom; the heart notes are Cyclamen, Heliotrope, White Cedarwood; and the base notes are Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk, Cypriol.

Who created Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver?

Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver was created by perfumer Michel Girard for Ex Nihilo in Paris. It belongs to the house's early collection.

Is Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver unisex?

Yes. Bois D'Hiver is a unisex fragrance that suits both men and women.

What does Bois D'Hiver mean?

Bois D'Hiver means "winter wood" in French. Ex Nihilo describes the scent as "an iron fist in a velvet glove".

Is Bois D'Hiver powdery?

Yes. Heliotrope and musk give it a soft, powdery heart over its strong woody base.

Can Bois D'Hiver be worn in summer?

It is best in cooler weather, but one or two sprays work well in air-conditioned offices in summer.

Which brand makes Bois D'Hiver?

Bois D'Hiver is made by Ex Nihilo, the Parisian haute perfumery house founded in 2013, with its first boutique on rue Saint-Honoré in Paris.

When is the best time to wear Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver?

It is best for office wear, evenings and cooler months.

Is the Ex Nihilo Bois D'Hiver sold at Scentsation India authentic?

Yes. Scentsation India sells only 100% authentic and genuine products, and every product is sourced from the brand's authorised distributors.

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