
Indus
Indus by DSH Perfumesis a Amber Vanilla fragrance for women and men. Indus was launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Dawn Spencer Hurwitz. Top notes are Cardamom, Cloves, Black Pepper, Cinnamon and Bergamot; middle notes are Beeswax, Honey, Black Tea, Ginger and Jasmine; base notes are Vanilla, Milk, Amber, Patchouli, Musk and Tolu Balsam.
Notes
Fragrance profile
Estimated from note profileWhen to wear Indus
ScentCast scores every fragrance against live weather, your occasion, and your taste — so it tells you the exact days Indus is the right pick.
Fragrances similar to Indus
Share the most signature heart and base notes with Indus.
Other fragrances from DSH Perfumes
Common questions about Indus
What does DSH Perfumes Indus smell like?+
DSH Perfumes Indus is a spicy, sweet, and aromatic fragrance. The opening is black pepper, cardamom, and ginger. the heart settles on milk, beeswax, and honey. the dry-down rests on vanilla, amber, and patchouli.
How long does DSH Perfumes Indus last on skin?+
DSH Perfumes Indus is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.
How strong is the projection of DSH Perfumes Indus?+
DSH Perfumes Indus projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.
When should I wear DSH Perfumes Indus?+
DSH Perfumes Indus is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.
Do I need to reapply DSH Perfumes Indus during the day?+
Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.
Is DSH Perfumes Indus worth adding to a fragrance collection?+
DSH Perfumes Indus fits collectors looking for spicy, sweet, and aromatic signature. ScentCast members can add DSH Perfumes Indus to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.
Add Indus to your ScentCast collection
ScentCast learns your collection and picks the right scent for the weather, the occasion, and your mood — automatically. Start with a 1-week free trial.
Free to download. Premium is $3.99/wk or $39.99/yr (7-day free trial on annual).











