Armand Basi 2023 EDP

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Dont Look Back

by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni

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Armand Basi Dont Look Back is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Karine Dubreuil-Sereni. Dont Look Back opens with Mandarin, Lavender, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Gin, Vodka, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Armand Basi's Dont Look Back carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A solid, versatile lavender for twenty quid, this is an undeniable crowd-pleaser that punches well above its weight. Don't let the marketing put you off; Karine Dubreuil-Sereni delivers.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Youthful
  • Calm
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Dont Look Back Eau de Parfum 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:
Fall
Also Works:
Spring

Its woody, aromatic and lavender composition leans towards autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and fresh, clean profile with woody undertones make it highly suitable for daily wear, especially in an office setting. The community consistently notes its versatility for most situations, though its casual brightness makes it less ideal for formal events.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA \[WATER), PARFUM \[FRAGRANCE\], ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, COUMARIN, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, CITRONELLOL, ISOEUGENOL, CINNAMAL.

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

Don't Look Back kicks off with a fresh, herbal hit of lavender and coriander, brightened by a zesty mandarin. This invigorating start leads into a boozy heart of gin and vodka, softened by a subtle hint of tobacco. The dry down is a comforting blend of woody cedar, earthy oakmoss, and a creamy vanilla, adding a touch of smooth sweetness without veering into gourmand territory.

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