Onyx Black by Pana Dora

Best Onyx Black by Pana Dora Alternatives & Similar Perfumes

Onyx Black by Pana Dora is an oriental spicy fragrance defined by a rich blend of saffron, cinnamon, bergamot, and nutmeg, balanced with resinous frankincense and warm ambergris. The composition is anchored by woody notes including cedarwood and fir, with a smoky, leathery undertone from cypriol and labdanum. Those seeking fragrances with a similar depth, warmth, and complexity should focus on the interplay of spicy saffron and cinnamon alongside smoky woods and balsamic resins.

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Moth
  • Key notes:
  • ambergris
  • cinnamon
  • gaiac / guaiac wood
  • heliotrope
  • honey
  • incense
  • orris (iris root)
  • rose
  • saffron
  • smoke
  • Tags:
  • #smoky
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Perfumer: Tomoo Inaba

Rich and gothic Moth starts with a heavy dose of dark spices to jolt your senses before settling into a dusting of honey-sweet rose and powdery florals. Slowly, it tests its wings, taking flight on an exotic journey of nagarmotha, guaiac wood and patchouli. Beneath it all lingers a smoky undertone that serves as a constant reminder to fluttering creatures of the danger in the tantalizing flame.

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Beso Dorado

Beso Dorado by Beso Beach £187.50

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • geranium
  • grapefruit
  • labdanum
  • saffron
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy
  • woody

Beso Dorado is inspired by the 10 years of magic and splendor of Beso Beach. It is an addictive perfume with intense and fresh aromas. Capture the authentic Mediterranean spirit of summer evenings with the sunsets and endless nights. Pink pepper and juniper give a lively and spicy opening, cinnamon and patchouli make Beso Dorado a warm and seductive fragrance, with vibrant and refreshing notes of vetiver. A woody personality with a touch of mystery.

Dominique Ropion: “ I wanted to mix deep, nocturnal, distinguished ingredients with an aromatic freshness. I wanted to create the perfume of a summer afternoon, a Mediterranean and sensual fragrance ”.

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603 Cuir Sahib

603 Cuir Sahib by Bon Parfumeur £145.83

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  • Key notes:
  • clary sage
  • cypriol
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • nutmeg
  • violet leaf
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • #beast
  • #fresh
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather

Memories of the Golden Temple in India. A warm leather caress enhanced by a resinous hug of labdanum, further softened by Cashmeran. Incense adds a smoky spark, while patchouli and cypriol supply the earthiness.

Perfumer: Mylène Alran

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Woodoo

Woodoo by Reserve en Afrique 1934 £125.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cedarwood
  • cypriol
  • frankincense
  • ginger
  • incense
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • woody

In this jungle, nature holds absolute power. Vines coil overhead, hiding the sky. Darkness drapes the woods, and every shadow conceals a predator. The perfume jungle that is Woodoo opens with notes of Nigerian ginger, along with Somalian olibanum, with its facets of vibrant green incense, fresh citrus, peppery spice and balsamic woods. Powdery iris and balsamic cistus lurk in the heart. The complexity deepens with a furry base of musk, benzoin, tonka bean and cypriol. Subtly powerful.


Réserve en Afrique eaux de parfum feature responsibly sourced naturals, and are free from parabens, phthalates, UV filters and colorants. Their natural alcohol base is derived from beetroots, and they are a PETA-listed vegan & cruelty-free brand. 

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Santal

Santal by Floris £83.33

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • black pepper
  • cardamom
  • cedarwood
  • cloves
  • frankincense
  • nutmeg
  • sandalwood
  • vetiver
  • Tags:
  • #clean
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy
  • woody

Santal takes its inspiration from a Sandalwood fragrance originally created in the 1800s which has then been given a distinctive contemporary edge.

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White

White by Comme Des Garcons £83.33

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  • Key notes:
  • cardamom
  • cinnamon
  • cloves
  • coriander
  • lily-of-the-valley
  • marigold
  • nutmeg
  • rose
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy

White is a bright and lively fragrance built around the friction between hot spices and suave florals. The cinnamon, clove and cardamom opening suggests candied red hots, which makes it all the more surprising when the melange of rose de Mai and lily of the valley softly asserts itself. The undertone of tagete, with its bitter herbalness, keeps White from getting too “pretty-pretty”.

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The Naga

The Naga by Param Sara £129.17

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  • Key notes:
  • cypriol
  • orris (iris root)
  • saffron
  • Aromagroups:
  • leather
  • spicy

Naga are divine male half-human, half-serpent beings from Hindu and Buddhist mythology, revered as guardians of treasure. In this eau de parfum, saffron's glowing spice and fiery Sri Lankan black pepper awaken the scent. Out of this heat, Indian cypriol root arises, shapeshifting between leather, frankincense and vetiver. This is where the snake coils back on itself, entwining with the powdered caress of orris absolute and musk.

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St. Paul's

St. Paul's by Exaltatum £108.33

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • bergamot
  • frankincense
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • orange blossom
  • pink pepper
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #clean
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • leather
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

The floriental baroquesque parfum St. Paul's embodies an adoration and admiration to the spectacular era of Baroque. This style in architecture, music, art, sculpture demonstrates exalted movements, clear details, intense light and dark shadows, emotional exuberance, richness, extravaganza, which distinct baroque from other style. 

The English baroque represents iconic St. Paul's Cathedral, which dome has long dominated the London skyline. 

The perfume opens with the precious orange flower and jasmine absolutes with a hint of dried and juicy fruits, contrasting with the darker woody and balsamic base. 

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Sacreste

Sacreste by Laboratorio Olfattivo £100.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cashmeran
  • cedarwood
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • saffron
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

The Nero collection

“Sacreste comes out from the study of another perfume that I have been trying to realize for eight years. Two years ago I received a trial fragrance by Luca Maffei which was characterized by an incense note I really like. We have been working on that note, finishing it and making it sensual until we arrived at the final project, that I completely love.”

Roberto Drago, LO's owner

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L'Etrog Acqua

L'Etrog Acqua by Arquiste £162.50

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  • Key notes:
  • bergamot
  • cedarwood
  • cedrat
  • lemon
  • mandarin
  • petitgrain
  • Aromagroups:
  • citrusy
  • woody

Early morning, October 1175, Calabria

The cool night air dissipates under the sun’s first rays. The ripe citrus in the field has absorbed all the water of the morning dew and the farmers are ready to work on the misty green fields, speckled by the bright yellow of the citron. They leave their woody cabin and take a deep breath…

About Onyx Black by Pana Dora

How does Onyx Black differ from the perfumes listed here?
Onyx Black combines a complex oriental spicy blend with notable ambergris and fir notes, giving it a unique warmth and smokiness. While the listed perfumes share various spices, woods, or resins, none replicate the exact balance of citrus, leather, and ambergris found in Onyx Black.
What are the key notes to look for if I want something similar to Onyx Black?
Focus on fragrances containing saffron, cinnamon, cypriol, labdanum, and cedarwood. These notes contribute to the warm, spicy, and woody oriental profile characteristic of Onyx Black.
Are these perfumes more suitable for daytime or evening wear?
Many of these fragrances, like Onyx Black, feature rich oriental and spicy notes that tend to be more suited to evening or cooler weather. However, some options with fresher citrus or floral facets can work well during the day.