Armaf 2015 EDP

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Aura

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Armaf Aura is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Aura opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Cardamom, and Apple, settles into a heart of Iris, Violet, Lavender, and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Armaf's Aura carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a seriously polarising clone of Invictus Aqua, hyped by some as a cheaper, better performer and slammed by others for its cloying sweetness and lack of longevity. Batch variation seems to be a real issue here, so buyer beware.
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$25.00 at Amazon US 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check prices ↓
Aura Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Invictus by Rabanne
16%
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Invictus the original Aura inspired by

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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its strong projection and sweet, fresh profile make it excellent for casual wear and dates, where its 'sex bomb' appeal shines. However, due to its potential to be "loud" and fill a room, it's less suitable for office environments or formal settings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, AQUA (WATER), PARFUM(FRAGRANCE) ,BENZYL SALICYLATE, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL ,COUMARIN, LIMONENE,GERANIOL, ALPHA ISOMETHYL IONONE ,LINALOOL, CI 19140, CI 17200, CI 14700.

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

Armaf Aura kicks off with a zesty burst of bergamot and lemon, sweetened by crisp apple and a hint of fresh cardamom. The heart introduces a sophisticated blend of powdery iris and violet, alongside aromatic lavender and a peppery kick, giving it a clean, masculine edge. It settles into a warm, woody base of vetiver, sandalwood, and amber, softened by musk, providing a smooth finish that aims to please a crowd.

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Where to buy

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