House of EM5 2025

Talisman

CitrusIndianMenEau de Parfum

Bursts open with bright Bergamot, Ginger, Mandarin, and Mint mellowing into a crisp heart of Juniper Berry, Cedar, and Apple over a clean, refreshing base of Amber, Musk, Vetiver, and Sandalwood.

The bloodline

Blue TalismanEx NihiloLoose

This bottle carries the Blue Talisman DNA. Shares 3 notes with the original.

bergamotgingermandarin

Climate fit

Hot & Humid Comfortable in heat and monsoon, refreshing without suffocating.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to Blue Talisman by Ex Nihilo. Safe to own both.

Wear in
monsoon
year-round
Wear for
day
everyday
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Talisman bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

FreshWoodyCitrusSweetFruityGreenAnimalicAromatic

Longevity

7h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

2025

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Talisman is widely considered inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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