Armand Basi 2005 EDT

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In Blue

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Armand Basi In Blue is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005. In Blue opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Mandarin, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Neroli, Lotus, Pepper, and Blackcurrant, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Armand Basi's In Blue carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some reckon it's a decent, fresh citrus all-rounder, while others clearly find it dull and forgettable. It's affordable, but don't expect a groundbreaking scent.
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  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Calm
  • Cozy
  • Energetic
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In Blue 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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean citrus-spicy profile makes it versatile for casual daily wear and even sports, as many reviews suggest. However, its moderate performance and lack of unique character mean it's less suited for formal events or intimate dates.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

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

Opens with a zesty, clean burst of grapefruit, bergamot, and mandarin, underscored by a subtle coriander spice. The heart quickly introduces a fresh, aquatic lotus alongside a peppery kick and a hint of fruity blackcurrant. As it settles, a woody, mossy base emerges, grounding the lively top and mid with a confident, masculine warmth.

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