SANTAL CALLING

Overall vibe:

A creamy, milky sandalwood fragrance wrapped in powdery iris and soft vanilla—smooth, elegant, and addictive in a very quiet way. 

Overall, it smells like warm milk, soft woods, and clean skin—minimalist, comforting, and very “expensive quiet luxury.”

Longevity:

7–10 hours (moderate to strong)
The sandalwood + musk base holds well, especially for such a soft scent profile.

Projection:

Soft to moderate
It creates a gentle creamy aura, then becomes a close, skin-hugging scent with a soft trail.

When / where to wear:

Fall, spring, and cooler summer days
Daytime to evening (very versatile)
Office, casual luxury, minimalist settings
Layering fragrance
Situations where you want to smell clean, polished, and subtly sensual

Best for:

Lovers of sandalwood fragrances (especially creamy/milky styles)
People who enjoy iris/orris powdery textures
Fans of skin scents with warmth and softness
Those who prefer subtle elegance over loud projection
Anyone looking for a refined everyday signature scent

If you like X, you’ll love Santal Calling:

• If you like Le Labo Santal 33, you’ll love Santal Calling (softer version)
  (both center sandalwood, but Santal Calling is smoother, less sharp, and less leathery)
• If you like Commodity Orris, you’ll love Santal Calling
  (both have powdery elegance, but Santal Calling is creamier and more woody)
• If you like Musk Therapy by Initio, you’ll love Santal Calling (woodier version)
  (both are soft, clean skin scents, but Santal Calling adds sandalwood depth)
• If you like Sand and Skin by Floraiku, you’ll love Santal Calling (less solar)
  (both are soft, warm skin scents, but Santal Calling is more powdery and woody)
• If you like Panthea Iris, you’ll love Santal Calling (woodier version)
  (both are powdery and smooth, but Santal Calling leans more sandalwood than floral)

FRAGRANCE NOTES

TOP NOTES:  Nutmeg.

HEART NOTES:  Iris and Milk

BASE NOTES: Sandalwood, Musk, Vanilla. 

Santal Calling by Ex Nihilo is a Woody fragrance for women and men.

Santal Calling was launched in 2022.

The nose behind this fragrance is Antoine Maisondieu.