Balenciaga 2012 EDP

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Florabotanica

by Olivier Polge , Jean-Christophe Hérault

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Balenciaga Florabotanica is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Olivier Polge and Jean-Christophe Hérault. Florabotanica opens with Mint, settles into a heart of Rose, Carnation, and Cannabis, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vetiver. Balenciaga's Florabotanica carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This cult classic is a divisive beast: a potent, green rose that evokes a fresh botanical garden with an edgy, almost illicit undertone. Its discontinuation has left a void, elevating it to mythical status despite its challenging notes for some.
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Florabotanica Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Mint100%
Heartas listed
Rose40%
Carnation31%
Cannabis28%
Baseas listed
Vetiver58%
Amber42%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

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:
Date

Its potent projection and longevity, combined with its unique aromatic and green profile, make it less suited for formal or conservative office environments. However, its fresh, clean character makes it fantastic for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and even suitable for sports where its refreshing qualities shine.

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

  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

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

Florabotanica opens with a bracing blast of cool mint, quickly giving way to a vibrant, verdant heart. The star is a fresh, dewy rose, intricately woven with the spicy, slightly peppery warmth of carnation. A subtle, earthy cannabis note adds an unexpected depth and a slightly herbal, almost damp-soil nuance, making the floral blend feel grounded and wild. The drydown settles into a clean vetiver and a hint of amber, offering a refined, long-lasting finish that feels both natural and artfully constructed.

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