Matiere Premiere Santal Austral Eau de Parfum

Embrace the Creamy Comfort of Santal Austral

Launched in 2019 as part of the house’s debut collection, Matiere Premiere Santal Austral Eau de Parfum is a masterfully crafted, unisex fragrance that transforms raw wood into a sensual, velvety “white wood” masterpiece. Radiating a soothing, sophisticated, and quietly confident vibe, it wraps the wearer in an elegant, comforting aura. This creamy composition shines beautifully during the crisp days of autumn and winter, yet its smooth nature makes it an exquisite choice for both daytime professional wear and cozy, intimate nights.

The Scent Profile of Santal Austral

• Top Notes: Iris 

• Heart Notes: Sandalwood

• Base Notes: Benzoin, Tonka Bean

What Does Santal Austral Smell Like?

Santal Austral opens with an incredibly smooth, powdery embrace where velvety Tuscan iris melts into a delicate, lactonic accord of almond milk. Unlike harsher, pickle-tinged or pencil-shaving sandalwood fragrances on the market, this opening immediately introduces a soft, cloud-like texture that feels immensely comforting on the skin. As the initial mist settles, the star ingredient emerges: a rich, luminous organic Australian sandalwood that anchors the composition with its distinctively creamy, pale woody facets.

As the fragrance matures through the day, it evolves into an addictive, resinous dry-down. The composition deepens with the amber-like warmth of Laotian benzoin and the subtle, balsamic sweetness of Venezuelan tonka bean. The final trail acts like a luxurious cashmere sweater—creamy, slightly sweet, and utterly hypnotic, remaining close to the skin as a sophisticated “second-skin” signature.

Story Behind Santal Austral

• Longevity: 8-10 hours (Long-lasting)

• Sillage: Moderate (Enveloping)

• Projection: Moderate

The Brand: Matiere Premiere Conceived by renowned master perfumer Aurélien Guichard, Santal Austral was designed to protect and amplify the velvety, milky facets of sustainably sourced Australian Sandalwood. Matiere Premiere is celebrated for its minimalist, ingredients-first philosophy, dedicating each fragrance to a single exquisite raw material and blending it at a high concentration to let its natural purity and texture speak for itself.

Why Choose Santal Austral?

• Key Features: This fragrance is an exceptional choice for lovers of clean, sophisticated woody scents who want a creamy, high-class sandalwood devoid of aggressive spices. It offers an understated, “old money” elegance that feels deeply personal yet undeniably luxurious.

• Similar Fragrances: BDK Parfums Gris Charnel, Le Labo Santal 33 (though Santal Austral is significantly smoother and less leathery), Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her.

The Promise: Receive a 100% genuine bottle of this magnificent fragrance safely delivered with the best market pricing and fast, premium shipping.