Aquolina 2004 EDT

F £ Statement

Pink Sugar

by Shyamala Maisondieu

Composed by Givaudan

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Aquolina Pink Sugar is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004, created by Shyamala Maisondieu. Pink Sugar opens with Bergamot, Orange, Fig Leaf, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Red Fruits, Lily of the Valley, Licorice, and Strawberry, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Aquolina's Pink Sugar carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Pink Sugar is a divisive icon: a potent, unapologetically sweet gourmand that's either pure childhood joy or an overwhelming burnt-sugar nightmare. It's not for the faint-hearted, but for fans, it's a fiercely loved, compliments-getting powerhouse that defies its budget price tag.
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  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Gourmand
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Pink Sugar 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:
Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent sweetness and strong sillage make it unsuitable for formal or office settings, where it would likely be overwhelming. However, its fun and inviting nature makes it ideal for casual outings and dates, particularly if you want to make a memorable, sweet impression.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., WATER ( AQUA),PARFUM ( FRAGRANCE), HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, COUMARIN, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, LINALOOL, ETHYL HEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, BUTYL METHOXY DIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYL HEXYL SALICYLATE, BENZYL BENZOATE, GERANIOL, AMYL CINNAMAL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, BENZYL SALICYLATE.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Imagine a vibrant, chaotic candy shop explosion: a cloud of spun sugar and rich caramel, liberally laced with juicy raspberry and strawberry. A surprising twist of licorice and a hint of powdery vanilla adds an intriguing edge, preventing it from being purely saccharine, though it leans heavily into an almost edible sweetness. It dries down to a warm, musky embrace, still sugary but with added depth.

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