Bo
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into aromatic.
About
Bo by Liis is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Bo was launched in 2020. Bo was created by Alissa Sullivan and Leslie Hendin. Top notes are Elemi resin and Tobacco; middle notes are Kyara Incense and Sequoia; base notes are Cedar, Guaiac Wood and Vanilla.
Noses: Alissa Sullivan · Leslie Hendin
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Bo smell like?
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: woody, vanilla, aromatic.
What notes are in Bo?
Top: Elemi resin, Tobacco. Heart: Kyara Incense, Sequoia. Base: Cedar, Guaiac Wood, Vanilla.
How long does Bo last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Bo loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Bo best for?
Fall is the top pick (41%). Winter is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Bo?
Day wear leads at 60%. Night is a secondary pick at 40%.
Is Bo for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 70% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Bo?
Composed by Alissa Sullivan and Leslie Hendin. Released in 2020.
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