Benefit 2010 EDP

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So Hooked on Carmella

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Benefit So Hooked on Carmella is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010. So Hooked on Carmella opens with Rhubarb, Lemon, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Tiare Flower, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Benefit's So Hooked on Carmella carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

A sugary, dessert-like gourmand that’s proven legendary for its caramel and vanilla richness. Despite its fruity top notes being divisive, the drydown is a universally adored, long-lasting sweet hug. The yearning from the fragrance community for its return is palpable.
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  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Playful
  • Sweet
  • Gourmand
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So Hooked on Carmella 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

With strong projection and impressive longevity, Carmella is too sweet and potent for the office. It excels in casual and date settings, where its inviting gourmand nature can truly shine and secure compliments. It's too informal for most formal events and utterly unsuitable for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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Ethics and formulation

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About

Carmella opens with a bright, if sometimes artificial, burst of lemon, rhubarb, and grapefruit, quickly giving way to a heart of tiare flower and peony. The true star emerges as it dries: a thick, creamy, and utterly delicious blend of vanilla and amber, softened by sandalwood. It’s a warm, edible embrace, like a caramel-vanilla pudding or a lemon-infused pastry.

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