Avon 2012 EDP

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Far Away Exotic

by Antoine Lie

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Avon Far Away Exotic is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Antoine Lie. Far Away Exotic opens with Spicy Notes, Mandarin, and Mango, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Avon's Far Away Exotic carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A truly surprising gem from Avon, Far Away Exotic is a love-it-or-hate-it spicy tropical bomb. It's affordable, lasts ages, and smells far more expensive than it is. Prepare for a unique, chai-like scent profile that will transport you to warmer climes.
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  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Exotic
  • Bold
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Far Away Exotic Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mango38%
Spicy Notes35%
Mandarin27%
Heartas listed
Coconut49%
Jasmine27%
Rose24%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood28%
Amber26%
Musk25%
Patchouli22%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and exotic, spicy sweetness make it a bit much for the office but perfect for a date or a casual summer evening. While rich enough for some formal settings, its playful tropical character might not suit all. It's definitely not for sport.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Certified by Cruelty Free International · Check the register · We last checked Sept 2026 Cruelty Free International certification mark

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About

Far Away Exotic opens with an intoxicating rush of juicy mango and bright mandarin, immediately setting a tropical scene. This quickly deepens into a creamy coconut heart, beautifully intertwined with a warm, almost chai-like spiciness. The base unfolds with soft rose and jasmine, settling into a rich, long-lasting embrace of warm amber, earthy patchouli, and smooth sandalwood, leaving a sensual and comforting trail.

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