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Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman fragrance
Ex Nihilo

Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman

By Fragranote Team · Research-based fragrance guide.
Scores and duration bands are estimates, not hands-on wear-test measurements. How to read our scores.

EDP Unisex · 2023 · by Jordi Fernandez
8.3 /10

Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 9/10 longevity
From USD 350–420From EUR 322–386From GBP 277–332From PKR 85,000–115,000From AED 1,250–1,600From INR 29,050–34,860From SAR 1,313–1,575
9 Longevity
9 Sillage
9 Versatility
6 Value
8.4 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Citrus Woody Fruity Fresh Spicy
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileCitrusWoodyFruityFresh SpicyAmberACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Signature High-End Events Daily Luxury
Seasons
Spring Summer Fall

Climate Performance

Avg 8.4 / 10
Extreme Heat
7/10
Good
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
8/10
Excellent
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
9/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
10/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
8/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Blue Talisman Eau de Parfum: keep it separate from Extrait

Research by Fragranote Team. Updated 11 September 2026. This is source-based analysis, not a hands-on wear test.

What the brand publishes

Ex Nihilo identifies this Blue Talisman as Eau de Parfum and credits perfumer Jordi Fernández. The official pyramid lists pear, bergamot, ginger and mandarin; orange blossom and Georgywood; then Ambrofix, Akigalawood and musks. These notes refer to the Eau de Parfum shown on the linked page, not automatically to another concentration bearing the Blue Talisman name.

What to check before buying

The pear opening and the modern woody-musky base are separate points to evaluate when sampling. Do not use the shared name to assume that Eau de Parfum and Extrait versions are interchangeable. Our similarity tool measures catalogue overlap; it cannot tell you whether a lower-priced option recreates the same balance on your skin.

How to interpret the scores

The scores, duration bands and climate guidance on this page are catalogue estimates. They are not independent test measurements. A note pyramid describes a scent, not ingredient quantities, allergens or a guaranteed order of evaporation. Price ranges are indicative and may vary by bottle size, retailer and market.

Sources and accountability

Ex Nihilo: official product listing (consulted September 2026). Facts above are attributed to that listing; buying guidance is Fragranote Team’s interpretation. Brand copy and product editions can change. Report a correction · Read our methodology.