unisex
Bourjois
Kobako
Perfumer:Ernest Beaux
Main Accords
white floralanimalicmuskyaldehydicpowderyfreshamberfloralcitruscinnamon
Head Notes:Aldehydes, Cinnamon, Citruses
Heart Notes:Lily, Jasmine, Iris, Magnolia, Rose, Gardenia
Lasting Impressions:Civet, Ambergris, Musk
Wear experience
What living with this scent feels like
Overall Rating
3.7/5Based on 43 votes
Sillage
Moderate
IntimateModerateStrong
Longevity
8.7 hours
0 hr6 hr12 hr+
Behind the making
About this fragrance
Kobako by Bourjois Kobako by Bourjois is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women. Kobako was launched in 1936. The nose behind this fragrance is Ernest Beaux. Top notes are Aldehydes, Cinnamon and Citruses; middle notes are Lily, Jasmine, Iris, Magnolia, Rose and Gardenia; base notes are Civet, Ambergris and Musk.
Launch Year1936
ConcentrationEau de Parfum
PerfumerErnest Beaux
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Kobako is a vintage-inspired fragrance that evokes strong nostalgic feelings among users, often likened to classic scents from the past. Many appreciate its complexity, depth, and budget-friendly price, while others find its animalic and aldehydic qualities overwhelming.
What people love
Complex, nostalgic scent profileGood longevity and sillageBudget-friendly and valuable for its quality
Common Concerns
Overwhelming aldehydes and animalic notesNot suitable for all skin chemistriesSome find it reminiscent of outdated or "old lady" scents
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