Note

Benzoin (177)

All 177 fragrances on The Scent Atlas featuring this note, sorted by community rating.

This resinous substance, derived from the bark of several species of trees in the Styrax family, offers a warm, sweet scent that is often likened to vanilla and a hint of balsam. Its aroma is rich and soothing, enveloping the wearer in a gentle, creamy embrace. In perfumery, it brings a cozy, sensual character, evoking feelings of comfort and intimacy. Benzoin is most commonly found in oriental and gourmand fragrance families, where its sweet, balsamic nature harmonizes beautifully with spices, woods, and creamy accords. In a composition, it typically functions as a fixative, enhancing the longevity of lighter notes and anchoring the fragrance. Its soft, velvety texture can also add depth and complexity to floral and citrus blends, creating a harmonious balance. Users often find that fragrances featuring benzoin evoke a sense of warmth and nostalgia, making it a favorite in both modern and classic formulations. Whether used sparingly or as a prominent note, it's an essential element that gives perfumes a lush, inviting character.

Overview

177 fragrances · 46 brands · £6–£207

Lattafa Khamrah — dupe of Kilian Angels' Share

Fragrances

  • Lattafa Khamrah — Inspired by Kilian Angels' Share — 9.2/10 — £22
  • Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan — Inspired by Smoky spicy tobacco oriental — 9.2/10 — £22
  • Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa — Inspired by Khamrah DNA roasted coffee twist — 9.1/10 — £22
  • Lattafa Creative Art — Inspired by Original Creation — 8.9/10 — £29.99
  • Zimaya Sharaf Divine — Inspired by Kilian Angels' Share — 8.9/10 — £35
  • Bujairami Boss Life — Inspired by Frédéric Malle The Night — 8.8/10 — £50
  • Zimaya Night Shadow — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.8/10 — £26
  • Paris Corner Virilis — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.8/10 — £16
  • Bujairami Cherry Cherry Lady — Inspired by Original Creation — 8.7/10 — £62
  • Ahmed Al Maghribi Ahl — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.6/10 — £60
  • French Avenue Azzure Aoud — Inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Maracujá — 8.6/10 — £29
  • Fragrance World Barakkat Satin Oud — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 8.6/10 — £20
  • Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum — Inspired by Tom Ford Plum Japonais — 8.6/10 — £39
  • Zimaya Iham Al Oud — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.6/10 — £35
  • Zimaya Itqan Gold — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.6/10 — £23
  • Lattafa Love In Paris — Inspired by Original - cities collection — 8.6/10 — £38
  • Paris Corner North Stag Neuf IX — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir — 8.6/10 — £40
  • Lattafa Opulent Dubai — Inspired by Stéphane Humbert Lucas 777 God of Fire — 8.6/10 — £18
  • Arabiyat Prestige Ramad — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.6/10 — £33
  • Fragrance World Barakkat Oud Rouge — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait — 8.5/10 — £19
  • Rayhaan Elixir — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.5/10 — £40
  • Atralia Elixir — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.5/10 — £30
  • Maison Alhambra Exclusif Saffron — Inspired by Carolina Herrera Saffron Lazuli — 8.5/10 — £21
  • Oil Perfumery Impression of Tom Ford - Bitter Peach — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 8.5/10 — £12.09
  • Lattafa Kingdom Men — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.5/10 — £30
  • Ajmal Wisal Layl — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.5/10 — £28
  • Lattafa Asad — Inspired by Dior Sauvage Elixir — 8.4/10 — £18
  • Fragrance World Barakkat Satin Extrait — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 8.4/10 — £24
  • Zimaya Charisma Pour Homme — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.4/10 — £20
  • Armaf Club de Nuit Lionheart Man — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.4/10 — £35
  • Rasasi Fattan Pour Homme — Inspired by Hermès Terre d'Hermès — 8.4/10 — £17
  • Rasasi Hawas Elixir — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory — 8.4/10 — £36
  • Ahmed Al Maghribi Joud — Inspired by Lattafa Khamrah — 8.4/10 — £35
  • ALT. Fragrances Peach Smash — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 8.4/10 — £39
  • Rayhaan Sahara Gold — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.4/10 — £30
  • Lattafa Taureau De Combat — Inspired by Creed Centaurus — 8.4/10 — £28
  • French Avenue 8th Wonder — Inspired by Kajal IV — 8.3/10 — £39
  • Lattafa Al Qiam Gold — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 8.3/10 — £25
  • Al Haramain Amber Oud Black Edition — Inspired by Tom Ford Ombré Leather — 8.3/10 — £42
  • Ajmal Amber Wood Noir — Inspired by Ambre 83 de Laire base — 8.3/10 — £60
  • French Avenue Aromatix X Xandal — Inspired by Nishane Ani — 8.3/10 — £40
  • Armaf Club De Nuit Lionheart Man — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.3/10 — £29.99
  • Rasasi Hawas Elixar — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.3/10 — £30
  • Maison Asrar III Thriller — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL 6 Place Saint Sulpice — 8.3/10 — £39
  • Zimaya Impulse Oud — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 8.3/10 — £35
  • Armaf Island Bliss — Inspired by Tom Ford Soleil Blanc — 8.3/10 — £33
  • Flavia Peach Honey — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 8.3/10 — £17.95
  • Rasasi Qasamat Bareeq — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 — 8.3/10 — £24
  • French Avenue Zenith Vanilla — Inspired by Dior Vanilla Diorama — 8.3/10 — £30
  • Zimaya Anhaar Valley — Inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Maracujá — 8.2/10 — £30
  • Fragrance World B Gente Gold — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir — 8.2/10 — £20
  • Maison Alhambra Ebene — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent YSL Babycat — 8.2/10 — £19
  • Rayhaan Elixir Gold — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.2/10 — £40
  • Paris Corner Emir Frenetic Delicieuse — Inspired by Dior’s Fève Délicieuse — 8.2/10 — £27
  • Lattafa Eternal Vanille — Inspired by Nishane Ani — 8.2/10 — £35
  • Zimaya Infrad Luxe — Inspired by Kayali Invite Only Amber — 8.2/10 — £25
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Riqqa — Inspired by Kilian Angels' Share — 8.2/10 — £30
  • Maison Alhambra The Artist No.1 — Inspired by Frederic Malle Portrait of a Lady. — 8.2/10 — £17
  • Velixir Adonis — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.1/10 — £36
  • Alexandria Fragrances Arabian Horse — Inspired by Parfums de Marly Oajan — 8.1/10 — £39
  • Armaf Connoisseur Woman — Inspired by Prada Paradoxe — 8.1/10 — £30.50
  • Maison Alhambra Coral Blush — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 8.1/10 — £20
  • Khadlaj Epoque Artistique — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir — 8.1/10 — £32
  • Rasasi Hawas Exotic — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir Absolu — 8.1/10 — £55
  • Arabiyat Prestige Intense Oud — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 8.1/10 — £26
  • Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Matiere — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Matière Noire — 8.1/10 — £21
  • Maison Alhambra Lovely Cherie — Inspired by Tom Ford Lost Cherry — 8.1/10 — £30
  • Zimaya Modhesh — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.1/10 — £23
  • Lattafa Nadira - Niche Emarati — Inspired by Lancôme La Vie Est Belle — 8.1/10 — £39
  • Jo Milano Paris Raees Gold — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.1/10 — £88.72
  • Lattafa Bade’e Al Oud Honor & Glory — Inspired by Nishane Ani — 8.0/10 — £23
  • Fragrance World Barakkat Ambre Eve — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir — 8.0/10 — £19
  • French Avenue Capricorn — Inspired by Original Creation — 8.0/10 — £22.70
  • Arabiyat Prestige Habib — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 8.0/10 — £35
  • Atralia Imperiale Unus — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Matière Noire — 8.0/10 — £48.99
  • Zimaya Imperium — Inspired by Roja Parfums Elysium — 8.0/10 — £18
  • Fragrance World Imperium — Inspired by Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme — 8.0/10 — £23
  • Oil Perfumery Impression of Tom Ford - Soleil Blanc — Inspired by Tom Ford Soleil Blanc — 8.0/10 — £12.09
  • French Avenue Iris Patchouli — Inspired by Carolina Herrera Iris Empire — 8.0/10 — £49.99
  • Paris Corner Juicy Melange — Inspired by Mugler Aura — 8.0/10 — £26
  • IBRAQ Manta LTHR — Inspired by Original Creation — 8.0/10 — £64.99
  • Lattafa Mashrabya — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Grand Soir — 8.0/10 — £20
  • Lattafa Musamam White Intense — Inspired by Louis Vuitton LV Lovers — 8.0/10 — £28
  • Khadlaj Sawaar Vanille Blanc — Inspired by Nishane Ani — 8.0/10 — £30
  • Alexandria Fragrances Zion — Inspired by Roja Parfums Elysium — 8.0/10 — £39
  • Lattafa Embrace — Inspired by Roja Parfums Dove Burlington 1819 — 7.9/10 — £23
  • Aramic Feeling Good — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 7.9/10 — £25
  • Jo Milano Paris Goal France — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir — 7.9/10 — £88.72
  • Paris Corner Khair Peach Delulu — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 7.9/10 — £37
  • Khadlaj Oud Pour amber — Inspired by Oud satin rose — 7.9/10 — £35
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Shams Al Emarat Khususi Iced Petal — Inspired by Maison Mataha Escapade Gourmande — 7.9/10 — £34
  • Atralia Amora Serenity — Inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood — 7.8/10 — £39.99
  • Paris Corner Cherry Cola — Inspired by Mancera Tonka Cola — 7.8/10 — £30
  • Lattafa Choco Overdose — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.8/10 — £25.19
  • Fragrance World Coffee Collection Irish Coffee — Inspired by Kilian Intoxicated — 7.8/10 — £26
  • Paris Corner December Tobacco — Inspired by Kayali Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli 64 — 7.8/10 — £27
  • Maison Alhambra Kismet Angel — Inspired by Kilian Angels' Share — 7.8/10 — £32
  • Armaf Kunafa Chocolate — Inspired by Viral Dubai Chocolate — 7.8/10 — £18
  • Volaré Moroccan Dream — Inspired by Louis Vuitton California Dream — 7.8/10 — £20
  • Bujairami Only Ever — Inspired by Kayali Eden Sparkling Lychee | 39 — 7.8/10 — £40
  • Ahmed Al Maghribi Oud Classic — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.8/10 — £22.99
  • Arabiyat Sugar Toffee Ganache — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.8/10 — £28.50
  • Paris Corner Emir Cherry Cola — Inspired by Mancera Tonka Cola — 7.7/10 — £30
  • Dossier Powdery Coconut — Inspired by Tom Ford Soleil Blanc — 7.7/10 — £39
  • Lattafa Teriaq Intense — Inspired by Givenchy Gentleman Reserve Privée — 7.7/10 — £35
  • Nusuk Ana Al Awwal Wardi — Inspired by Parfums de Marly Délina — 7.6/10 — £15.39
  • Lattafa Brioche Vanille — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.6/10 — £30
  • Perfume Parlour Card Wander — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.6/10 — £6
  • Zara Fields at Nightfall — Inspired by Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! — 7.6/10 — £19.99
  • Aramic No Love — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.6/10 — £25
  • Flavia No. 6 Privee — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Matière Noire — 7.6/10 — £22
  • Arabiyat Prestige Nyla Vani-Elle — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.6/10 — £35
  • Noted Aromas Riyadh — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.6/10 — £20
  • Flavia Tangy Cherry — Inspired by Tom Ford Bitter Peach — 7.6/10 — £35
  • Maison Alhambra Forbidden Love — Inspired by Tom Ford Lost Cherry — 7.5/10 — £20
  • Arabiyat Prestige Hypnotic Vanilla — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier Divine — 7.5/10 — £34
  • Al Aneeq Oud Sahara — Inspired by Tom Ford Sahara Noir — 7.5/10 — £7.99
  • French Avenue Tropical Kiss — Inspired by Stéphane Humbert Lucas Soleil de Jeddah Mango Kiss — 7.5/10 — £29.98
  • Khadlaj Caramel Pop — Inspired by Prada Candy — 7.4/10 — £18
  • Oakcha Dune Dance — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.4/10 — £35
  • French Avenue Elysian Onyx — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.3/10 — £59.99
  • Assaf Forever Here — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.3/10 — £96.96
  • Mykonos Marbella — Inspired by Emporio Armani Stronger With You — 7.3/10 — £40
  • French Avenue Paradigm — Inspired by Prada Paradoxe — 7.3/10 — £35
  • Rayhaan Pharaoh — Inspired by Paco Rabanne Phantom — 7.3/10 — £30
  • Afnan Supremacy Gold — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.3/10 — £29
  • French Avenue Fierte — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent Babycat — 7.2/10 — £56.20
  • Paris Corner Prodigy — Inspired by Dior Sauvage Elixir — 7.2/10 — £25
  • Ard Al Zaafaran True Dreams — Inspired by Hermes Terre d'Hermes — 7.2/10 — £19.99
  • Al Aneeq White Gardenia — Inspired by Original Creation — 7.2/10 — £14.95
  • Rasasi Ambition Pour Femme — Inspired by Guerlain Insolence — 7.1/10 — £19
  • French Avenue Atlantis — Inspired by Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme — 7.1/10 — £35
  • French Avenue Diwani Beirut — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Contre Moi — 7.1/10 — £34.99
  • Ard Al Zaafaran Miami Blue — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Cactus Garden — 7.1/10 — £19.98
  • Assaf Nomad — Inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade — 7.1/10 — £129
  • Velixir Persephone — Inspired by Louis Vuitton California Dream — 7.1/10 — £45
  • Bella Vita Luxury Rose — Inspired by Parfums de Marly Délina — 7.0/10 — £17
  • Swiss Arabian Nice and Spice — Inspired by Original Creation — 6.8/10 — £11.33
  • Jo Milano Paris All About U — Inspired by Giorgio Armani Power Of You — £66.54
  • Dossier Ambery Lavender — Inspired by Giorgio Armani Armani Code — £29
  • Dossier Aquatic Coconut — Inspired by Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk — £29
  • Dossier Aquatic Vanilla — Inspired by Juliette Has A Gun Vanilla Vibes — £49
  • Dossier Aromatic Sage — Inspired by Valentino Born in Roma Uomo — £29
  • French Avenue Aromatix Forbidden Fruit — Inspired by Lorenzo Pazzaglia Sun-Gria — £45
  • French Avenue Aromatix Royal Taboo — Inspired by Creed Centaurus — £45
  • VURV Auriga Gold — Inspired by Original Creation — £17
  • Street Origins Bangkok Bang — Inspired by Maison Crivelli Oud Cadenza — £29.99
  • Ahmed Al Maghribi Bombay Oud — Inspired by Original Creation — £59.99
  • House of Watan Breeze — Inspired by Original Creation — £39.99
  • Dossier Bubbly Spritz & Bitters — Inspired by Original Creation — £39
  • Dossier Call Me Vanilla — Inspired by Original Creation — £39
  • Dossier Chasing the Sun — Inspired by Original Creation — £39
  • Dossier Dulce Flor — Inspired by Original Creation — £49
  • RiiFFS Elyssia Scarlet — Inspired by Fragrance Du Bois Sirene — £35
  • Orientica Exclusive Dania — Inspired by Original Creation — £90
  • Nusuk Fawah Midnight Edition — Inspired by Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme — £25.99
  • Street Origins Hot Drip Dubai — Inspired by Original Creation — £44.99
  • Oil Perfumery Impression of Giorgio Armani - Privé Rouge Malachite — Inspired by Giorgio Armani Privé Rouge Malachite — £12.09
  • Swiss Arabian Inara — Inspired by Original Creation — £22.49
  • The Essence Vault Inspired by Noir - 213 — Inspired by Tom Ford Noir — £30
  • Jo Milano Paris Levante Exclusive — Inspired by Roja Parfums Elysium Pour Homme — £44
  • RiiFFS Luxury Rouge — Inspired by Giorgio Armani Prive Rouge Malachite — £24.65
  • RiiFFS Luxury Vert — Inspired by Giorgio Armani Prive Vert Malachite — £17.99
  • Street Origins Miami Mama — Inspired by Original Creation — £29.99
  • Dossier Milky White — Inspired by Original Creation — £39
  • Oakcha Moontide — Inspired by Maison Margiela REPLICA Beach Walk — £21
  • Dossier Orchid and Sandalwood at Dusk — Inspired by Original Creation — £39
  • Dossier Powdery Peach — Inspired by Jimmy Choo I Want Choo — £29
  • Dossier Powdery Vanilla — Inspired by Phlur Vanilla Skin — £29
  • RiiFFS R Spectra — Inspired by Original Creation — £21.90
  • Jo Milano Paris Roll It 5 — Inspired by Stéphane Humbert Lucas Venom Incarnat — £207
  • Orientica Rose Éclat — Inspired by Original Creation — £70
  • RiiFFS Royal Tobacco Oud — Inspired by Amouage Opus XIV Royal Tobacco — £29.99
  • Dossier Vanilla Dreamer — Inspired by Original Creation — £49
  • Dossier Vanilla Flirt — Inspired by Original Creation — £49
  • Swiss Arabian Vetiver and Orange — Inspired by Original Creation — £29.90
  • Orientica XLNC Infinity — Inspired by Original Creation — £80

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benzoin in perfume?

This resinous substance, derived from the bark of several species of trees in the Styrax family, offers a warm, sweet scent that is often likened to vanilla and a hint of balsam. Its aroma is rich and soothing, enveloping the wearer in a gentle, creamy embrace. In perfumery, it brings a cozy, sensual character, evoking feelings of comfort and intimacy. Benzoin is most commonly found in oriental and gourmand fragrance families, where its sweet, balsamic nature harmonizes beautifully with spices, woods, and creamy accords. In a composition, it typically functions as a fixative, enhancing the longevity of lighter notes and anchoring the fragrance. Its soft, velvety texture can also add depth and complexity to floral and citrus blends, creating a harmonious balance. Users often find that fragrances featuring benzoin evoke a sense of warmth and nostalgia, making it a favorite in both modern and classic formulations. Whether used sparingly or as a prominent note, it's an essential element that gives perfumes a lush, inviting character.

What are the best Benzoin fragrances?

The top rated options are Lattafa Khamrah (9.2/10), Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan (9.2/10) and Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa (9.1/10).

Which brands make Benzoin fragrances?

46 brands are represented, including ALT. Fragrances, Afnan, Ahmed Al Maghribi, Ajmal, Al Aneeq, Al Haramain, Alexandria Fragrances, Arabiyat Prestige and 38 others.

How much do Benzoin fragrances cost?

Prices range between £6 and £207 on The Scent Atlas, correct as of the current catalogue.