Cairo
woody up front, then warm spicy, settling into rose.
About
Cairo by Penhaligon's is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Cairo was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Christophe Raynaud. Top notes are Damask Rose and Saffron; middle notes are Vanilla, Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha and Labdanum; base notes are Sandalwood, Patchouli and Cedar. "Inspired…
Nose: Christophe Raynaud
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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 Cairo smell like?
woody up front, then warm spicy, settling into rose. Dominant accords: woody, warm spicy, rose.
What notes are in Cairo?
Top: Damask Rose, Saffron. Heart: Vanilla, Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Labdanum. Base: Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cedar.
How long does Cairo last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Cairo loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Cairo best for?
Fall is the top pick (38%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Cairo?
Night wear leads at 63%. Day is a secondary pick at 37%.
Is Cairo for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 53% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Cairo?
Composed by Christophe Raynaud. Released in 2019.
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