Chaco – Eau de Parfum

Nissaba – a Geneva perfume house that sources raw materials where they grow and supports local projects with 5% of its sales. Chaco is dedicated to the forest of the same name in Paraguay, the second-largest primary forest in Latin America – also called the “impenetrable forest” because of its dense vegetation.

Chaco smells of forest, tea and citrus – green, fresh and woody. Yerba mate absolute from Paraguay, bergamot and lemon sfumato open, at the heart Paraguayan petitgrain, lavandin and cardamom come together in a tea accord, before palo santo, vetiver and two cedar oils carry the base.

Chaco is best in spring and summer and suits the day. The gender-neutral fragrance feels clear, calm and focused – a scent for the moment you want some distance from everyday life.

What makes Chaco special to us is its origin: the forest is the only source of guaiac wood, which is called palo santo locally, and Alexandra Monet has used it together with mate, petitgrain and citrus to create a green fragrance that clearly names its home.

THE SNUD SCENT GUIDE

Everything you want to know about this fragrance.

What does Chaco smell like?

Chaco opens with yerba mate absolute, bergamot and lemon sfumato, before petitgrain, lavandin and cardamom follow at the heart – carried by palo santo, vetiver and cedarwood.

How does Chaco feel?

Chaco wears green, fresh and calm, with a tea-like clarity and a warm, woody core – like a walk under a dense canopy of leaves.

When do you wear Chaco?

Chaco is especially suited to spring, summer and the day – a gender-neutral fragrance for weekdays, walks and every moment that may be light and clear.

Which fragrance might I like if I like Chaco?

If you like the green, citrusy forest side of Chaco, you should try Forest Sounds by LIIS – a green fragrance with yuzu, leaves and vetiver.

Still unsure? Discover Chaco as a sample first – the sample price is credited toward the full-size purchase.