Babylon
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery.
About
Babylon by Penhaligon's is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men. Babylon was launched in 2019. Top notes are Nutmeg, Saffron and Coriander; middle note is Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha; base notes are Vanilla, Sandalwood and Cedar. Top notes: Saffron essence, Nutmeg essence, Coriander essence Middle notes: Cypriol Base…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 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 Babylon smell like?
woody up front, then vanilla, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, vanilla, powdery.
What notes are in Babylon?
Top: Nutmeg, Saffron, Coriander. Heart: Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha. Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Cedar.
How long does Babylon last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Babylon loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Babylon best for?
Winter is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Babylon?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Babylon for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 62% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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