De Los Santos

De Los Santos by Byredo is a highly distinctive, unisex scent defined by its herbal, woody, and meditative character. It opens with a prominent, bright sage note—dry, slightly minty, and reminiscent of dried lavender sachets or an herbal tea like lapsang souchong. This transforms into a complex, airy composition with a soft mirabelle plum accord that adds subtle juicy sweetness without becoming floral or cloying. The orris root gives a rooty, powdery foundation, while the ambroxan creates a smooth, slightly sweet musky drydown that lingers softly on skin and clothing. The scent is mature, restrained, and evocative—reminiscent of desert landscapes, old libraries, smudging rituals, or a quiet pine wood hut. Its quiet projection, intimate sillage, and a tendency to fade quickly are common themes, though some experience surprising longevity, especially on fabrics. This is not a perfume for those seeking bold, glamorous, or sweetly floral notes; it thrives in minimalist, spiritual, or outdoor settings and suits lovers of dry, green, resinous scents. It requires a specific chemical personality to flourish, and even then, performance is modest. Still, many describe it as instantly captivating and deeply personal, evoking powerful memory associations with nature, meditation, or melancholic beauty.