Is Original Santal a good blind buy?

Only if you already like sandalwood and sweet spice. The cinnamon and vanilla are prominent, so sample it first if you prefer fresh or citrus scents.

How does it compare with other Creed fragrances?

It is warmer and woodier than Aventus or Silver Mountain Water, and closer in spirit to Royal Oud and Spice and Wood. Choose it for cozy, cool-weather wear rather than fresh daytime use.

Is it for men or women?

It is generally worn as a unisex scent. The sandalwood and spice suit either, though the sweetness draws mixed reactions.

How long does it last?

Owners report good longevity, often most of a day on skin and longer on clothing. Projection is moderate rather than strong.

When should I wear it?

Fall and winter, evenings, and cooler days. It can feel heavy in heat or in close office settings.

Where is the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum cheapest?

At Walmart, for $260.53, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings.

Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum

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Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum

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Our take on the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum

Creed Original Santal is a spicy-woody eau de parfum built around sandalwood, cinnamon and vanilla, with lavender, ginger and tonka bean rounding it out. It is a warm, creamy scent that leans toward cool weather and evening wear. Among Creed's lineup it sits closer to the woody-spicy Royal Oud and Spice and Wood than to the fresh citrus of Silver Mountain Water or Aventus. Owners rate it highly for its smooth sandalwood and longevity, though some find the cinnamon and sweetness heavy and the projection modest for the price tier.

Best forCool-weather and evening wearSandalwood and spice fansFragrance collectors wanting a woody CreedGifting for someone who likes warm, creamy scents

Pros

Smooth, creamy sandalwood core
Warm cinnamon and vanilla spice blend
Good longevity on skin and clothing
Distinct from Creed's fresh citrus releases
Unisex-leaning warm profile

Cons

Sweet cinnamon can read heavy or cloying
Modest projection for a luxury eau de parfum
Sandalwood-forward style is polarizing
Less versatile in heat or daytime

Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum prices at every store

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 518 ratings

Owners praise Original Santal for its creamy sandalwood and lasting warmth, and many call it a cold-weather staple. Critics say the cinnamon and sweetness are too much and that it does not project as strongly as expected.

What people mention

SandalwoodPraisedReviewers describe a smooth, creamy sandalwood that anchors the scent.
SweetnessMixedSome find the cinnamon and vanilla blend pleasantly warm, others too sweet.
LongevityPraisedOwners report it lasts well through a day on skin and clothes.
ProjectionCriticisedSeveral say it sits close to the skin rather than filling a room.
VersatilityMixedIt is loved for cool weather but seen as heavy for summer or the office.

About the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum

Creed Original Santal Eau de Parfum is a spicy fragrance from the design house of Creed. It comes in a 3.3 oz size.

The scent blends notes of cinnamon, coriander, sandalwood, lavender, orange tree, rosemary, ginger, tonka bean, and vanilla.

Brand: Creed
Type: Eau de Parfum
Size: 3.3 oz
Scent family: Spicy
Notes: Cinnamon, coriander, sandalwood, lavender, orange tree, rosemary, ginger, tonka bean, vanilla

Specifications

shape: 3.3 ozSource
color: MulticolorSource
size: 3.3Source

Questions and answers

Is Original Santal a good blind buy?: Only if you already like sandalwood and sweet spice. The cinnamon and vanilla are prominent, so sample it first if you prefer fresh or citrus scents.
How does it compare with other Creed fragrances?: It is warmer and woodier than Aventus or Silver Mountain Water, and closer in spirit to Royal Oud and Spice and Wood. Choose it for cozy, cool-weather wear rather than fresh daytime use.
Is it for men or women?: It is generally worn as a unisex scent. The sandalwood and spice suit either, though the sweetness draws mixed reactions.
How long does it last?: Owners report good longevity, often most of a day on skin and longer on clothing. Projection is moderate rather than strong.
When should I wear it?: Fall and winter, evenings, and cooler days. It can feel heavy in heat or in close office settings.
Where is the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum cheapest?: At Walmart, for $260.53, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Creed Original Santal Eau De Parfum?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings.