Immortal Wood | Byredo Oud Immortel Impression | Woody Chypre Perfume

Core Fragrance Details

• purelyBlack Name: Immortal Wood
• Inspired By: Oud Immortel by Byredo
• Olfactory Family: Woody Chypre
• Format Available: Roll-On 10ml, Spray 2ml, Spray 10ml

What is the scent profile of Immortal Wood?

The fragrance presents a complex layering that opens with a hint of smoky incense, sweetened with pops of sparkling limoncello, all against a gorgeous oud base note, with cardamom developing the spicy dimension. Within the first thirty minutes, the candied citrus mingles with resinous incense and warm cardamom spice, creating a bright yet meditative introduction. As the composition evolves over the next one to three hours, dominant patchouli emerges alongside papyrus and Brazilian rosewood, constructing a dry, woody heart that feels both earthy and refined. Byredo Oud Immortel is created around oud, a certain type of wood that has gained great cultural significance and is recorded in the Sanskrit Vedas from India. When the Aquilaria tree heartwood becomes infected with a specific type of mould, it defends itself by saturating its core with a dark, highly fragrant resin. The dry-down, lingering from three hours onward, wraps the wearer in a veil of mossy tobacco and sheer oud, creating an intimate aura that clings beautifully to skin, hair, and clothing.

Longevity & Projection

• Longevity: 8+ hours — softly projects for approximately 3 hours, then becomes a skin scent lasting over 8 hours
• Projection: Moderate — moderate sillage with very good projection in the opening hours
• Best Season: Spring and Autumn, though versatile year-round
• Best Occasion: Evening wear, formal occasions, art gallery openings, sophisticated daytime settings

What Makes Byredo Oud Immortel a Unique Woody Chypre Fragrance?

Byredo Oud Immortel is a Woody Chypre fragrance that launched in 2010, offering a smoky, sophisticated interpretation of oud where the traditional dark, brooding oud note is placed in the background and paired with a gourmand limoncello opening. Unlike traditional Middle Eastern oud fragrances that emphasise animalic intensity, this composition merges the resinous warmth of agarwood with the brightness of Italian citrus liqueur and the earthy dryness of papyrus and patchouli, creating an accessible entry point into the oud family.

What Are the Scent Notes in Byredo Oud Immortel?

• Top Notes: Limoncello, Incense, Cardamom
• Middle Notes: Agarwood (Oud), Patchouli, Papyrus, Brazilian Rosewood
• Base Notes: Oakmoss, Tobacco

Fragrance Family: Woody Chypre

What Is the Scent Journey of Byredo Oud Immortel?

The fragrance opens with a gourmand vanillic lemon accord courtesy of limoncello, the candied Italian digestif, which contrasts with an earthy, herbaceous base of tobacco leaves, moss, patchouli, and papyrus. The scent softly projects for approximately three hours before becoming a skin scent that lasts over eight hours. Oud possesses great cultural significance because of its use in traditional incense and perfume, recorded in the Sanskrit Vedas from India. Perfumer Jérôme Epinette, renowned for his collaboration with Byredo founder Ben Gorham, personally designed most of the Byredo line. The heart reveals dominant patchouli alongside smoky papyrus and sheer oud, while the dry-down wraps the wearer in an incense-tinged, mossy tobacco veil that feels both timeless and contemporary.

For a complete breakdown of the scent evolution, explore our Byredo Oud Immortel notes and scent guide.

How Does Immortal Wood Compare to Byredo Oud Immortel?

Immortal Wood is our impression of Byredo Oud Immortel, capturing the aromatic DNA of its signature limoncello-patchouli-papyrus structure. We replicate the opening brightness of candied citrus and cardamom spice, transitioning into the dry woody heart enriched with oud and incense. While the original is celebrated for its sheer, smoky elegance, our formulation delivers a similarly sophisticated balance between sweetness and earthiness, tailored for those seeking accessible luxury.

Who Is Byredo Oud Immortel For?

Byredo Oud Immortel is a clean woody oud along the lines of Tom Ford Oud Wood, appealing to those seeking an approachable introduction to oud-based fragrances. It suits confident individuals who appreciate niche sophistication without overwhelming intensity — art lovers, creative professionals, and fragrance connoisseurs drawn to minimalist elegance with depth. This is the scent for someone who values understatement over extravagance, choosing quality and complexity over loud projection.

What Fragrances Is Byredo Oud Immortel Frequently Compared To?

Byredo Oud Immortel is frequently compared to Tom Ford Oud Wood for its clean, woody oud character, and Vilhelm Parfumerie Morning Chess for its unique smoky-citrus profile. Some reviewers also note similarities to Creed Aventus in its fruity-woody citrus opening. Within the purelyBlack collection, explore OUD WHISPER for a comparison to the Tom Ford reference point.

How to Wear Immortal Wood

• Pulse Points: Apply the roll-on to inner wrists, behind the ears, the base of the throat, and the inside of elbows. These warm spots activate and project the fragrance throughout the day.
• Layering Tip: For enhanced depth, layer Immortal Wood with OUD WHISPER for a richer woody base, or pair with BIANCA to soften the smokiness with a clean floral veil.
• Seasonal Wear: This fragrance shines in spring and autumn when its smoky papyrus and limoncello balance perfectly with cooler air. Its dry, woody character also works beautifully year-round for evening occasions and formal settings.
• Longevity Tip: Apply to moisturised skin for maximum longevity. The Fractionated Coconut Oil base adheres to hydrated skin significantly better than dry skin.
• Customise Your Scent: Add 1–2 drops of purelyBlack cedarwood essential oil to amplify the woody smokiness, or blend with frankincense oil to heighten the incense aspect and create a more meditative, resinous aura.

Curious how it compares to the original? Read our Byredo Oud Immortel dupe review Australia.

You May Also Love

• OUD WHISPER — our Tom Ford Oud Wood impression, another clean woody oud with a velvety sandalwood base
• BIANCA — Byredo Blanche alternative with crisp aldehydes and white florals for contrast
• BLEU DE AMBER — Bleu de Chanel dupe offering aromatic citrus and woody sophistication
• ROSE ECHO — our Diptyque Rose Roche impression for those who love woody-floral pairings

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• Roll-On (Long-Lasting Anchor): Suspended in 100% alcohol-free Fractionated Coconut Oil. Apply 2–3 swipes directly to pulse points — behind the ears, temples, or wrists — to anchor the fragrance to your body heat. Shake well before use.
• Spray (High Projection): Formulated with a natural alcohol base (produced via sugar fermentation). Designed for use on both skin and clothing for broader projection.

Quality & Purity

• 100% Vegan & Cruelty-Free: No animal-derived ingredients. Never tested on animals.
• Australian Owned: Proudly Australian-owned and operated perfumery.
• EDP Concentration: Formulated at 20–30% perfume oil ratio for Eau de Parfum longevity.
• Alcohol-Free Roll-On Base: Fractionated Coconut Oil ensures long-lasting skin adhesion.

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