Arquiste 2018 EDP

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Sydney Rock Pool

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Arquiste Sydney Rock Pool is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Sydney Rock Pool opens with Pebbles, Sandalwood, Skin Musk, and Coconut, settles into a heart of Driftwood, Jasmine, Narcissus, and Frangipani, and dries down to a base of Salt, Amber, and Seaweed. Arquiste's Sydney Rock Pool carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This marine-mineral scent is either a sun-drenched, sophisticated beach dream or a sharp, synthetic 'screamwood' nightmare. A truly evocative fragrance, when it works for you, it's summer paradise in a bottle. When it doesn't, prepare for industrial cleaner vibes.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Bright
  • Cozy
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Sydney Rock Pool 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:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its moderate projection and skin-scent tendency make it less disruptive for office wear. The unique beachy scent profile, if it agrees with the wearer's skin, is ideal for casual outings, dates, and active scenarios where a fresh, natural vibe is desired.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

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

Imagine warm sand and salty air meeting sun-baked skin. A mineral-rich opening with notes of sea salt and a subtle coconut warmth melts into a heart of sun-bleached driftwood and creamy tropical florals like frangipani and jasmine. The base settles into soft, musky amber mixed with a hint of seaweed, creating a 'just-left-the-beach' skin scent that's equal parts fresh and clean.

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