Alexandria Fragrances 2017 Extrait

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Key of Life

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Alexandria Fragrances Key of Life is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017. Key of Life opens with Bergamot and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Geranium, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk and Benzoin. Alexandria Fragrances's Key of Life carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one's a proper beast, a real love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. While some find the dense rose and spice absolutely gorgeous and luxurious, others are put off by its intensity and synthetic leanings. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you're after a bold statement, this could be your key.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
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Key of Life Extrait bottle
Inspired by
United Arab Emirates by Roja Parfums
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent, long-lasting nature makes it quite unsuitable for an office setting, as noted by its 'wicked strong' projection. However, the warm, rich, and sensual profile, with florals that dry down to a pleasing musk, makes it a strong contender for date nights and formal events, leaving a memorable sillage.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Opening with a zesty pop of bergamot and the herbal kick of artemisia, Key of Life quickly ushers in a hefty, spiced rose heart. It’s thick and opulent, mingling with jasmine, geranium, and the warmth of clove and labdanum. The dry down settles into a musky, ambery embrace, maintaining a woody backbone throughout that feels rich and enveloping.

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