Woody Sandalwood vs Santal 33 Perfume
Dossier vs Le Labo
Dossier names Santal 33 as Woody Sandalwood's inspiration. Both pair violet, cardamom and iris with cedar and sandalwood; Dossier adds ambrox and cypriol where Le Labo lists leather.
| Woody Sandalwood | Santal 33 Perfume | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dossier | Le Labo |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | unisex | unisex |
| Top Notes | violet leaves, cardamom | — |
| Heart Notes | orris, ambrox, cedarwood, cypriol | — |
| Base Notes | musk, sandalwood, amber | — |
| Notes | — | cardamom, iris, violet, sandalwood, cedarwood, spicy notes, leather, musk |
| Best Seasons | fall, winter, spring | fall, winter, spring |
Shared Notes (4)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What Wearers Say
Dossier Woody Sandalwood
One wearer enjoys its dry sandalwood-incense impression after the greener opening.
Another wearer likes its green opening and woody, musky drydown with a little sweetness.
Some owners find an unwanted pickle-like or sour impression on skin.
One wearer enjoys the drydown but wishes it projected more.
Le Labo Santal 33 Perfume
One wearer loves the combination of creamy sandalwood, dry woods, cardamom and leather.
Another owner enjoys its soft, sweet woods and floral accents.
Some wearers find an unwanted dill or pickle-like impression on skin.
One sampler finds the opening harsh and wood-stain-like, even though the drydown improves.
The Verdict
Woody Sandalwood follows Santal 33's notes closely: violet leaf, cardamom and orris over cedar and sandalwood. Where Le Labo lists leather, Dossier lists ambrox and cypriol, which points to the same dry wood with a smokier, more mineral edge in place of the suede. For a fraction of the price that's a good trade, so Woody Sandalwood is our pick unless the leather is what you love about Santal 33. Some owners notice a sour, pickle-like note on skin, so this is one to sample first.
Le Labo Santal 33 Perfume