Bois Sacré

BOIS SACRÉ by Élixir Privé unfolds as a contemplative unisex creation, built around an olfactory signature where resins, woods and warm tonalities meet with quiet sophistication. Presented as an extrait in a 100 ml format, and composed by Dominique Preyssas, it offers an elegant interpretation of the amber-woody world, with a structure shaped by contrast, texture and depth. The opening pairs frankincense, iris, myrrh and citrus in a striking first impression. Frankincense brings a luminous, almost ritual quality, while myrrh introduces a darker balsamic facet. Iris lends a polished powdery refinement, and the citrus notes brighten the top with a brief yet vivid flash, giving the fragrance a ceremonial, radiant opening. At the heart, Provence cypress creates a green, dry verticality that gives the composition backbone and poise. The berries add a nuanced contrast with subtle fruity and gently spiced accents, while patchouli deepens the structure with earthy richness and elegant density. This middle section preserves the mystical atmosphere of the opening while leading it into warmer, more textured territory. The base reveals a sophisticated blend of leather, honey, Moroccan cedar, tobacco and cacao. Leather brings character and depth; honey softens the composition with a golden glow; Moroccan cedar extends the woody framework with a dry, distinguished line. Tobacco introduces a dark, velvety facet, while cacao adds a restrained gourmand touch that never overwhelms the composition with sweetness. Together, these notes create a finish that feels layered, polished and memorable. BOIS SACRÉ is designed for those drawn to fragrances with strong identity and refined complexity. It transforms resinous and woody traditions into a contemporary olfactory statement, rich in nuance and crafted with a sense of balance, presence and distinction.