Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Aromatic
76%
Amber
74%
Rum
71%
Fresh Spicy
65%
Musky
59%
Balsamic
49%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Aromatic, and Amber) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Aromatic, Amber, and Rum among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Woody, Aromatic, Amber, and Rum among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Black XS Potion for HimbyPaco Rabanneis a Woody Spicy fragrance for men.Black XS Potion for Himwas launched in 2014. Black XS Potion for Him was created by Olivier Cresp and Emilie Bevierre-Coppermann. Top note is Juniper; middle notes are Cashmere Wood and Wormwood; base notes are Rum and Labdanum.Paco Rabanne launches two new editions of its edgy fragrant collection Black XS. After the original Black XS fragrances from 2005 and 2007, Black XS L'Exces from 2012 and Black XS L'Aphrodisiaque from 2013, new duo called Black XS Potion appears in February 2014. These new fragrances, conceived as true love elixirs, are developed by perfumers Olivier Cresp and Emilie Coppermann.Black XS Potion for Him starts off with notes of juniper berry, followed by bitter absinth, cashmere wood and labdanum, along with a few drops of rum in the background of the composition.Available as 100 ml Eau de Toilette.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Black XS Potion for Him office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.