Alkemia Perfumes 2013 Extrait

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Madam X

by Sharra Lamoureaux

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Alkemia Perfumes Madam X is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Sharra Lamoureaux. Alkemia Perfumes's Madam X carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Madam X is a beautifully complex, divisive scent; some find it a sophisticated, powdery floral, others a dirty patchouli bomb. Give it time to age and settle, as it truly transforms into something special.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Classic
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Madam X Extrait bottle

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
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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for most settings, though its mysterious and complex character leans more towards evening and special occasions. While some find it too 'dirty' for the office, its elegant dry down makes it acceptable in smaller doses.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Madam X opens with a bright, almost sweet burst of mandarin and bergamot, quickly ushering in a rich floral heart. Violet and iris weave a powdery, slightly earthy tapestry, complemented by the exotic depth of orchid. As it settles, a warm, creamy vanilla emerges, blending seamlessly with soft sandalwood, a hint of smoky incense, and a grounded patchouli that adds an intriguing 'earthiness' to the sophisticated floral core. A musky embrace underpins the entire journey.

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