AXE 2024 Body Spray

M £ Statement

Black Vanilla

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AXE Black Vanilla is a body spray launched in 2024. AXE's Black Vanilla carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Divisive. This smells like a 'vanilla Christmas candle' and for some, it's a pleasant surprise. But others find the vanilla completely missing, replaced by a generic, synthetic wood-orange. If you're hoping for a cheap vanilla, you're rolling the dice here.
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  • Sweet
  • Masculine
  • Energetic
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
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Black Vanilla Body Spray 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and casual scent profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates. However, its perceived sweetness and candle-like quality might be too informal for office or formal settings. Many reviews suggest it's more of a layering or personal scent than a standalone for specific occasions.

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

Black Vanilla kicks off with a burst of bright orange, creating a surprisingly citrus-forward opening for a scent named after vanilla. This initial zestiness quickly gives way to a creamy, albeit sometimes synthetic, vanilla note, which some find reminiscent of a festive candle. The dry-down settles into a woody sandalwood base, adding a touch of warmth and grounding to the composition.

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