Alexandria Fragrances 2018 Extrait

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Malibu Beach

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Alexandria Fragrances Malibu Beach is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2018. Malibu Beach opens with Orange Blossom, Galbanum, and Mint, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Oakmoss, and Ivy, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Patchouli, and Myrrh. Alexandria Fragrances's Malibu Beach carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - this ain't your typical Californian beach vibe. It's a rugged, intense green beast that's proven to be a fantastic alternative to Amouage's Beach Hut Man. Love it or hate the brutal opening, the dry down delivers a unique, wild freshness.
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  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Energetic
Malibu Beach Extrait bottle
Inspired by

Our estimate of scent similarity, calculated from published notes. How we score it

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Beach Hut Man the original Malibu Beach inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Baseas listed
Woody Notes30%

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:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Given its strong projection and longevity, Malibu Beach might be too much for a confined office space. Its unique, rugged green character makes it ideal for casual outings or even active wear, but it's probably not sophisticated enough for a formal event.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Picture a dense, untamed jungle rather than a sunny shore. Malibu Beach opens with a sharp, almost brutal greenness, dominated by galbanum and ivy, underscored by a cool mint. As it settles, vetiver and oakmoss bring an earthy, woody depth, reminiscent of verdant foliage and ancient trees, slowly revealing a more composed yet distinctly wild character. Patchouli and myrrh in the base add a mystical, grounded richness.

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