African Rooibos Intens
A rich, captivating fragrance blending earthy rooibos tea, aromatic spices, and creamy bourbon vanilla with smooth cedarwood, warm tonka bean, and radiant ambroxan for a deeply sophisticated finish.
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Inspired by the majestic mountains of South Africa, African Rooibos Intens by Chris Collins offers a deeper, richer interpretation of the original African Rooibos. The fragrance opens with bright bergamot, aromatic cardamom, and black pepper, creating a vibrant contrast of citrus freshness and warm spice. At its heart, earthy rooibos tea unfolds alongside powdery orris butter and luxurious vanilla bourbon absolute, adding a smooth, creamy sweetness that softens the aromatic intensity.
As the fragrance develops, cedarwood and tonka bean introduce a comforting woody warmth, while immortelle flower absolute adds a subtly sweet, golden richness. A generous dose of ambroxan gives the composition a radiant, sensual finish that settles beautifully against the skin. With its balance of aromatic tea, warm spices, and velvety vanilla, African Rooibos Intens is an elegant Extrait de Parfum that feels both grounding and irresistibly inviting.
Bergamot
Cardamom
Black Pepper
Rooibos Tea Accord
Orris
Vanilla Bourbon Absolute
Cedarwood
Tonka Bean
Immortelle Flower Absolute
Ambroxan
World of Chris Collins
For the past two decades, scent storyteller Chris Collins has been a brand ambassador and face of Polo Ralph Lauren, where he has worked with some of the most famous photographers to create countless campaigns for the iconic brand.
Years of working in the fashion industry has introduced to many cultures around the globe, establishing himself as a fashion icon and becoming the face of the luxury brand market. He has appeared in GQ, Fortune, Yahoo Beauty, RL Magazine, and more. Gotham Magazine named Chris as one of the “Boys of Gotham,” touting him as a lifestyle expert and man of luxury. He has also appeared on the cover of Vue Magazine, sharing his outlook on the life of luxury and style.
Chris Collins' Alchemy of Fragrance is inspired by Harlem’s rich history and relationship with Paris during World War I, and a love letter to its second Renaissance, where culture, literature, fashion, art, food, music and architecture pulse through its veins.
Gourmand
Gourmand fragrances are inspired by delicious, dessert-like notes and the comforting warmth of familiar indulgences. They often blend vanilla, fruit, spice, caramel, chocolate, nuts, or creamy accords into scents that feel cozy, playful, decadent, or elegant. Sweet without always being simple, the best gourmands feel memorable, refined, and hard to resist.