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Vanity Femme Essence

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Armaf Vanity Femme Essence is an Eau de Parfum. Vanity Femme Essence opens with Bitter Orange, Orange Blossom, Freesia, and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Vanilla. Armaf's Vanity Femme Essence carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This budget-friendly floral fruity number is a divisive one. You'll either get an elegant, sparkling fresh scent that smells far more expensive than it is, or you'll be doused in 'bug spray' from a cheap bottle. Proceed with caution and don't blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Modern
$24.99 at Maple Prime 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) · plus sales tax Check price on → Check prices ↓
Vanity Femme Essence Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
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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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often described as 'shampoo-like' quality makes it perfect for casual wear and the office, despite some finding the initial spray too strong. It's generally considered too casual for formal events, and is a great pick-me-up for sport due to its refreshing nature.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA (WATER), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), ISOEUGENOL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, CI 14700, CI 17200

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

Vanity Femme Essence launches with a bold, bitter orange and juicy peach, quickly followed by a lush bouquet of freesias, heady rose, and jasmine. The initial citrus blast can be sharp but it mellows into a clean, fresh floral heart. A subtle dry down of warm amber, soft vanilla, and clean musk anchors the vibrant florals, leaving a sophisticated trail that's surprisingly smooth for its price point.

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