GRIS CHARNEL EXTRAIT

Gris Charnel Extrait by BDK Parfums is a woody spicy extrait de parfum at 30% concentration, created by perfumer Mathilde Bijaoui and launched in 2022. An intense unisex fragrance, designed to capture the essence of a winter evening.

The Fragrance

Gris Charnel Extrait pushes the original fragrance to its extreme, in an almost literary portrait: BDK Parfums imagines it as a leather-bound journal left in a wine cellar, its pages stained with ink and crushed berries, slightly dusty yet magnetic.

How It Evolves on Skin

Gris Charnel Extrait opens with a bright accord of cardamom and fig, softened by an essence of black tea. The heart reveals iris, cistus and bourbon vetiver, for a powdery, resinous heart that's even more intense than the EDP. The base melts into a warm blend of sandalwood, Madagascar vanilla, tonka bean, cedarwood and patchouli, dense and enveloping.

Who We Recommend Gris Charnel Extrait To

We recommend Gris Charnel Extrait to anyone who loves woody spicy fragrances with character, capable of leaving a strong trail. It's the ideal version for those who already love Gris Charnel and are looking for greater intensity, perfect for the coldest evenings.

Fragrance Characteristics

Our Opinion

Gris Charnel Extrait shows just how much a well-made extrait can change the perception of an already familiar fragrance: here the wood and spice grow denser, almost tactile. It's not a scent that goes unnoticed, and it isn't trying to.

Similar Fragrances

• Spice Rose by Attar Al Has shares with Gris Charnel Extrait vetiver, cedarwood and patchouli in the base, in a more resinous, incense-driven version, with frankincense and sage in the opening.
• Masa by Kajal echoes cardamom, patchouli, cedarwood, vetiver and vanilla, in a fruitier, greener opening.
• Elevation by The Spirit of Kings shares iris, sandalwood and vetiver, with a leathery, citrusy touch in the opening.

FAQ

What's the difference between Gris Charnel EDP and Gris Charnel Extrait?
The Extrait raises the concentration to 30%, intensifying the original olfactory signature with a richer, denser version that lasts longer on skin.

Who created Gris Charnel Extrait, and why did it come out in this more concentrated version?
The signature belongs to Mathilde Bijaoui, the same perfumer behind the original Gris Charnel: she chose to reinterpret one of the compositions she feels most connected to as an extrait, pushing its creamy, enveloping facets to their fullest since the fragrance's 2019 debut.

At 30% concentration, do you need fewer sprays than with the EDP?
Yes: the Extrait holds a higher percentage of fragrant essence, so one or two applications are enough for a denser trail and longer-lasting wear than the EDP, using the same amount.

Product Information

Brand

BDK Parfums

Name

Gris Charnel Extrait

Concentration

Extrait de Parfum (30%)

Size

100 ml

Olfactory Family

Woody Spicy

Launch Year

2022

Made in

France