
Salome
musky up front, then leather, settling into woody.
About
Salome by Papillon Artisan Perfumes is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Salome was launched in 2015. Top notes are Bitter Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Hyrax, Jasmine, Carnation, Tobacco, Turkish Rose and Orange Blossom; base notes are Castoreum, Cumin, Oakmoss, Hay, Styrax, Patchouli, Birch and Vanilla.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Hyrax, Jasmine, Carnation, Tobacco, Turkish Rose, Orange Blossom
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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Salome smell like?
musky up front, then leather, settling into woody. Dominant accords: musky, leather, woody.
What notes are in Salome?
Top: Bitter Orange, Bergamot. Heart: Hyrax, Jasmine, Carnation, Tobacco, Turkish Rose, Orange Blossom. Base: Castoreum, Cumin, Oakmoss, Hay, Styrax, Patchouli, Birch, Vanilla.
How long does Salome last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Salome loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Salome best for?
Winter is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Salome?
Night wear leads at 71%. Day is a secondary pick at 29%.
Is Salome for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 56% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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