Santal Royal vs Black Orchid

Santal Royal is a highly divisive fragrance in the community that generates strong reactions both positive and negative. While fans appreciate its bold, distinctive character and strong performance, many find it too heavy, oud-forward, and overwhelmingly intense for comfortable wear, with several reports of negative reactions from others.

The r/fragrance community has polarized opinions on Black Orchid, with many praising its unique dark, artistic character and exceptional longevity, while others find the heavy patchouli and earthy base off-putting. Most wearers report getting compliments when wearing it in the right context, though it requires careful application due to its extreme strength and works best as an occasional evening fragrance rather than daily wear.