Flora Five's Black XS attar is an alcohol-free, oil-based interpretation of the sweet, rock-and-roll character of Paco Rabanne Black XS. Lemon, sage and tagetes give it a sharp, almost herbal start before the signature praline-and-cinnamon heart pours in, and patchouli, black amber and dark rosewoods keep it purring for roughly 10–12 hours on skin.
Fragrance notes
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Top: Lemon, Citruses, Tagetes, Sage
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Heart: Praline, Cinnamon, Tolu Balsam, Black Cardamom
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Base: Patchouli, Black Amber, Ebony Tree, Palisander Rosewood
| Top |
Heart |
Base |
Longevity |
Sillage |
Best for |
Inspired by |
| Lemon, sage |
Praline, cinnamon |
Patchouli, black amber |
10–12 hrs |
Moderate–Strong (5–7 hrs) |
College, evenings out |
Paco Rabanne Black XS |
How it compares. Our attar nails the recognisable Black XS accord — that lemon-sage flash giving way to praline, cinnamon and dark woods. In concentrated oil form there is no alcohol blast at the start; the sweetness ramps up gradually, wears more intimately, and the drydown hangs on far longer than the spray's.
Being alcohol-free and halal, it wears comfortably from morning lectures to late dinners. Glide it over pulse points — wrists, neck, behind the ears — and let your warmth toast the praline slowly rather than rubbing it in. As with all our darker oils, keep it off white fabric to avoid marks.
Available as a roll-on in 3 ml, 6 ml and 12 ml. Free shipping across India · Cash on delivery · 7-day return.
Frequently asked questions
What does Black XS smell like?
Sweet, warm and a little mischievous. A lemony, herbal flash of sage and tagetes lasts a few minutes, then the heart takes over: toasted praline, cinnamon and balsams — dessert-like but kept in check by black cardamom. Patchouli, black amber and dark rosewoods stop it from ever becoming syrupy.
How long does it last?
About 10–12 hours on skin. Gourmand materials like praline and tolu balsam cling well, so the sweet-woody drydown regularly survives a college day or a full evening out. In cooler weather it performs even better; in peak summer, one swipe is plenty.
How is Flora Five's version different from the original Black XS?
Black XS the spray announces itself across a room in the first hour. Our oil version turns that same praline-cinnamon accord into a slower burn — softer entry, a warmer and less sugary heart, and a longer, skin-hugging finish. No alcohol, halal, and far kinder to your wallet.
Which size should I choose — 3, 6 or 12 ml?
The 3 ml trial makes sense if gourmands are new territory for you. Most fans settle on the 6 ml as an autumn-winter staple. Pick the 12 ml if this will be your daily college or office scent — at one swipe a day it can run for months.
Paco Rabanne Black XS is a registered trademark of its respective owner. Flora Five is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with them. This is an independent interpretation inspired by the scent profile — it is not the original and contains none of its materials. The name is referenced only to describe the fragrance's character.
At Flora Five, all our attars are meticulously crafted to maintain their authenticity and purity. Each blend is 100% oil-based and free from alcohol, ensuring a rich, long-lasting scent experience.
To preserve the integrity of our attars and protect them from contamination or loss of their distinctive scent profiles, we incorporate essential, non-toxic regulatory substances like antioxidants. These carefully chosen components ensure the longevity and stability of your attar without compromising safety.
While no additional ingredients in our formulations are inherently harmful, we recommend patch testing before full use to rule out any potential allergies. At Flora Five, your safety and satisfaction are as important as the elegance of our fragrances.
