Palo Santo
Palo santo suggests aromatic wood with resinous, gently citrusy and softly smoky facets. The impression may feel sweet and warm while retaining a clear, dry wood character.
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It gives incense, woods and amber a distinctive aromatic line. Citrus emphasizes freshness; resins and smoke create more depth.
The note’s placement and prominence depend on the complete composition.
Understanding this note
Palo santo is used as a common name for different woods. A note listing alone does not establish the botanical species, origin or whether a natural wood extract is present.
Related notes to explore
Incense →
Incense can suggest aromatic resins, cool smoke, dry woods and a gently spicy warmth
Cedar →
Cedar suggests dry wood, pencil shavings and a clean, gently resinous warmth
Bergamot →
Bergamot combines tart citrus peel with a soft floral, tea-like quality
Myrrh →
Myrrh has a dark balsamic scent with bitter-sweet resin, licorice-like warmth and smoky or medicinal nuances
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