Akro 2023 EDP

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Bake

by Olivier Cresp

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Akro Bake is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Olivier Cresp. Bake opens with Lemon Zest and Rum, settles into a heart of Cream and Praline, and dries down to a base of Brown Sugar and Vanilla. Akro's Bake carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Akro Bake is a truly divisive one, this. Half the population reckons it's the ultimate lemon gourmand: fluffy, delicious, full of zing. The other half can only smell lemon cleaner. If you can get past the first blast, it mellows into a genuinely comforting, edible scent. Otherwise, it's a hard pass.
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  • Cozy
  • Playful
  • Warm
  • Energetic
  • Clean
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Bake Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon Zest67%
Rum33%
Heartas listed
Cream54%
Praline46%
Baseas listed
Vanilla54%
Brown Sugar46%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

While some find it an acceptable office scent, its strong gourmand character means it's better suited for casual wear or dates where its deliciousness can be appreciated. The sweet, creamy accords and strong sillage in the opening make it too impactful for formal or sport settings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Bake immediately hits you with a zesty lemon, sweetened by rum, giving a boozy, bright opening. This then softens into a creamy, indulgent heart of praline, evoking fresh-baked pastries. The dry down is a comforting blend of brown sugar and rich vanilla, creating a warm, sweet, and utterly edible finish. It aims for a photorealistic lemon pound cake, with a creamy, sugary depth.

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