Essential Parfums Bois Impérial

Essential Parfums Bois Impérial, created by perfumer Quentin Bisch, is a fragrance that celebrates contrast and clarity. It begins with the lively scent of Thai basil and the sparkling spice of Timut pepper. The opening is bright, green, and full of movement — like sunlight filtering through fresh leaves.

As the perfume develops, Haitian vetiver and cedarwood bring calm, earthy tones, while Petalia adds a soft floral touch. The balance between freshness and warmth feels effortless and modern.

In the base, Akigalawood — an innovative note made from patchouli — takes the lead. Its spicy, woody depth blends with Indonesian patchouli oil and the amber smoothness of Ambrofix, leaving a lasting impression of quiet strength.

Try a perfume sample from remiScent and let Bois Impérial unfold on your skin. This fragrance moves between light and shadow, freshness and depth — a scent that feels alive, contemporary, and endlessly wearable.

remiScent is an independent bottler that rebottles this product from an authentic fragrance bottle, separate from the original manufacturer.

Products are not supplied in the bottle shown in the main image; this is for illustration only.

Choose from 1ml, 2ml, 3ml, 5ml, or 10ml sample sizes, as shown in the second image.

Please note that our 1ml samples are supplied in partially filled 2ml bottles.

Our 1ml, 2ml and 3ml samples will be supplied in plastic bottles with a plastic cap and atomiser, while our 5ml and 10ml samples will be provided in high-quality glass bottles with a golden cap and aluminium atomiser.

Top notes: Thai Basil, Grapefruit and Nepalese Timut Pepper
Middle notes: Haitian Vetiver, Georgywood and Petalia
Base notes: Akigalawood, Ambrofix and Indonesian Patchouli

Aromatic Woody
Unisex

Quentin Bisch

Quentin Bisch is a renowned perfumer who has worked with some of the biggest names in the fragrance industry, including Givaudan, Robertet, Carolina Herrera, Mugler, and Jean Paul Gaultier. He was born in Strasbourg, France, and graduated from the Givaudan Perfumery School.

Bisch made his debut in the world of fine fragrances in 2010 with Reminiscence Essence EDP, and since then has created numerous popular fragrances for both niche and designer brands. Some of his most popular creations include the Parfums de Marly Delina series, Carolina Herrera's Good Girl and Bad Boy, Jean Paul Gaultier's La Belle and Le Beau, and Paco Rabanne's 1 Million Parfum and Pure XS For Her.

Bisch is known for his bold and creative use of accords, and his ability to adapt his style to fit the brand he is working with. He has been called a "star perfumer" and is highly sought after in the industry.

Production:

remiScent rebottles all products independently, separate from the original manufacturers.

Sample Sizes:

• 1ml samples are supplied in partially filled 2ml bottles.
• 2ml and 3ml plastic bottles with a plastic cap and atomiser.
• 5ml and 10ml high-quality glass bottles with a golden cap and aluminium atomiser.

Made to Order:

• All products are made to order.
• During busy times, we typically allow two clear working days for production.

We always strive to fulfill each order as early as possible to value our customers’ time.

 Delivery:

Timely Shipping:

• Once your order is produced, we aim to post it promptly within one working day from the production day.

Shipping Method:

•  We use Royal Mail services for secure tracking during transit.

Delivery Responsibility:

•  remiScent is not responsible for delivery times once the order has left our premises.

We appreciate your trust in us and strive to make your shopping experience seamless and efficient.

Return:

Missing, Faulty or Damaged Items:

• If items are damaged, faulty, or missing upon delivery, we may offer a replacement, credit note, or refund as deemed suitable.
• Customers must report any missing, faulty, or damaged items within 24 hours of receiving the delivery. Immediate inspection of all received items is required.
• Failure to report within the 24-hour window will be interpreted as an acceptance of the goods in their received condition. Damage reported after 24 hours may not be acknowledged for claims.
• To support a claim, customers are expected to provide digital images and a written statement confirming that the items arrived damaged.

Authenticity Guarantee:

•  We guarantee that the product you receive will be authentic. Each perfume sample is hand-produced to order from the manufacturer’s original bottle.
• Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that you will like it. Fragrance preferences are subjective, and individual experiences may vary.
• Due to the custom nature of our samples, we cannot accept returns or exchanges based on personal preferences.

14-Day Cooling Off Period:

•  We recognise that mistakes happen during ordering. Therefore, we offer a strictly conditional 14-day cooling off period from the date of delivery.
• To be eligible for a return, the product must be unopened, in original condition, and with all packaging intact.
• If the packaging has been opened prior to return, the return will be refused.

Manufacturer Variations:

•  Fragrances are subject to production variations and formula changes by manufacturers. Such variations do not constitute a fault in the product.
• We do not offer refunds, exchanges, or credits based on perceived differences from previous experiences.

Customer Responsibility for a Return:

•  It is the customer’s responsibility to contact us with a return request, including the reasons and any evidence of the issue, before sending the item back.
• All costs associated with returns are the responsibility of the customer.
• We strongly recommend using a tracked postal service to ensure safe return delivery.
• remiScent will not be liable for returns that do not arrive back to us.

What is remiScent?

• remiScent is a unique fragrance store that offers a curated collection of Niche, Indie, Artisan, and Designer perfumes.
• We provide an artistic and value-driven olfactory experience, inviting customers to explore scents as portals to emotions, memories, and transformation.

What sets remiScent apart?

• We focus on the artistic and value-driven side of perfumery, going beyond trends and surface impressions.
• Our curated collection includes Niche, Indie, Artisan and Designer perfumes, offering an unparalleled olfactory experience to fragrance lovers in the UK.

How does remiScent foster the community?

• Beyond commerce, we aim to nurture a vibrant community through our blog and fragrance reviews.
• We invite everyone to read stories through each scent, allowing personal transformation on this fragrant journey.

What is remiScent’s vision?

• We envision a world where scents transcend mere fragrance—they become art, expression, and lifestyle.
• Our goal is to ignite passion, evoke memories, and elevate everyday moments through the power of scent.

What sizes of fragrance samples do you offer?

• We offer fragrance samples in 2ml and 3ml plastic bottles with a plastic cap and atomiser, as well as 5ml and 10ml high-quality glass bottles with a gold cap and aluminium atomiser.
• Please note that our 1ml samples are supplied in partially filled 2ml bottles.

How do you produce each sample, and how long does it take?

• All our samples are made to order.
• We typically allow two clear working days for production during busy times, but we strive to fulfil each order as early as possible.

How do you handle shipping?

• Once your order is produced, we aim to post it within one working day using Royal Mail services for secure tracking.
• Please note that remiScent is not responsible for delivery times once the order has left our premises.

What should I do if my items are missing, faulty, or damaged upon delivery?

• Please report any missing, faulty, or damaged items within 24 hours of receiving the delivery.
• Provide digital images and a written statement confirming that the items arrived damaged to support your claim.

Do you guarantee the authenticity of your products?

• Absolutely! We guarantee that all fragrance samples are authentic and hand-produced to order from the manufacturer’s original bottle.
• However, we cannot guarantee personal fragrance preferences.

Can I return or exchange samples based on personal preferences?

• Due to the custom nature of our samples, we cannot accept returns or exchanges based on personal preferences.

Do you offer refunds for variations in fragrances?

• Fragrances may have production variations and formula changes by manufacturers, which do not constitute a fault in the product.
• While we 100% guarantee the authenticity of all of our items, we do not offer refunds, exchanges, or credits for fragrance formula variations.