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Alexandria Fragrances 2018 Extrait

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Ruthless

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Alexandria Fragrances Ruthless is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2018. Ruthless opens with Sea Water, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Bay Leaf, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, Oakmoss, and Ambergris. Alexandria Fragrances's Ruthless carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

Seriously potent and a bit of a beast, Ruthless is a youthful citrus-woody marine scent that absolutely demands attention. Don't go wild with the sprays unless you want to gas out the room, but it's a solid compliment magnet for those who dare.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Fresh
Ruthless Extrait bottle
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Citrus
100%
Woody
89%
Marine
76%
Aromatic
72%
Amber
68%
Mossy
68%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its potent nature and strong sillage, as highlighted by reviews, make it less suitable for office wear where subtlety is key. However, its fresh, youthful profile aligns perfectly with casual outings and dates, where its 'mass appealing' scent can shine. Its intensity might be a bit much for formal events.

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Ruthless bursts open with a vibrant, zesty hit of grapefruit and mandarin, immediately tempered by a bracing wave of sea water. This invigorating freshness soon gives way to a distinguished heart of aromatic bay leaf and a subtle hint of jasmine, adding a touch of clean sophistication. The base grounds the entire experience with a rich, earthy blend of patchouli and oakmoss, softened by warm ambergris and the distinctive, slightly smoky depth of guaiac wood. It's a journey from sparkling aquatic citrus to a robust, woody embrace.

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