Vanilla Skin
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into woody.
About
Vanilla Skin by Phlur is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Vanilla Skin was launched in 2023. The nose behind this fragrance is Clement Gavarry. Top notes are Sugar, Pink Pepper and Red Apple; middle notes are Cashmere Wood, Jasmine and Lily; base notes are Vanilla, Sandalwood, Benzoin…
Nose: Clement Gavarry
Some retailer links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosure
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 Vanilla Skin smell like?
vanilla up front, then sweet, settling into woody. Dominant accords: vanilla, sweet, woody.
What notes are in Vanilla Skin?
Top: Sugar, Pink Pepper, Red Apple. Heart: Cashmere Wood, Jasmine, Lily. Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Agarwood.
How long does Vanilla Skin last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Vanilla Skin loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Vanilla Skin best for?
Fall is the top pick (37%). Winter is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Vanilla Skin?
Day wear leads at 52%. Night is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Vanilla Skin for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 43% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Vanilla Skin?
Composed by Clement Gavarry. Released in 2023.
Smells like this
Similar profile
La Rive
Vanilla Touch
Men · 2013
vanillapowderysweet7 shared accords, 5 shared notes
Victoria's Secret
Bare Vanilla
Men · 2018
vanillapowderywoody8 shared accords, 1 shared note
Philosophy
Fresh Cream Warm Cashmere
unisex · 2018
vanillawoodymusky7 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Van Cleef & Arpels
Ambre Impérial
unisex · 2015
ambervanillasweet7 shared accords, 3 shared notes
Zara
Zara Femme 2018
Men · 2018
vanillapowderywoody7 shared accords, 2 shared notes
Filippo Sorcinelli
Opus 1144
unisex · 2015
ambercitruspowdery6 shared accords, 5 shared notes
Wardrobe quiz · 15 questions · ~3 min
Does this earn a slot?
Fifteen questions on when you wear fragrance, what you skip, and what already works. Three explained picks before you blind-buy again.