
Camel
amber up front, then sweet, settling into warm spicy.
About
Camel by Zoologist Perfumes is a Oriental fragrance for women and men. Camel was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Christian Carbonnel. Top notes are Dried Fruits, Dates, Olibanum and Rose; middle notes are Myrhh, Incense, Amber, Cinnamon, Cedar, Jasmine and Orange Blossom; base notes are Civet,…
Nose: Christian Carbonnel
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Drydown· 6h+
Civet, Agarwood (Oud), Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Vetiver
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 perfumes for beginners — More Zoologist Perfumes picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Camel smell like?
amber up front, then sweet, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: amber, sweet, warm spicy.
What notes are in Camel?
Top: Dried Fruits, Dates, Olibanum, Rose. Heart: Myrhh, Incense, Amber, Cinnamon, Cedar, Jasmine, Orange Blossom. Base: Civet, Agarwood (Oud), Musk, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Vetiver.
How long does Camel last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Camel loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Camel best for?
Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 38%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Camel?
Night wear leads at 55%. Day is a secondary pick at 45%.
Is Camel for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Camel?
Composed by Christian Carbonnel. Released in 2017.
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