Antonio Banderas 2001 EDT

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Mediterráneo

by Rosendo Mateu

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Antonio Banderas Mediterráneo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001, created by Rosendo Mateu. Mediterráneo opens with Bergamot, Pepper, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Vetiver. Antonio Banderas's Mediterráneo carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This budget-friendly Mediterranean dream is a crowd-pleaser for light, refreshing wear, though its notorious weak performance is a constant debate. Love the scent, just wish it stuck around longer.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Mediterráneo Eau de Toilette 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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean character and notoriously light projection make it ideal for casual wear, office settings, or post-gym refreshment without offending anyone. The lack of strong sillage or longevity limits its suitability for formal events or dates where you might want more impact.

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
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Imagine a cool breeze carrying the scent of a citrus grove after a quick storm, mingled with the earthy dampness of vetiver. A zing of ginger and a hint of piquant pepper keep things lively, while a soft amber and musk base provide a comforting, clean finish that evokes sun-warmed skin and a fresh-from-the-sea feeling.

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