Benetton 1997 EDP

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Benetton Hot is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1997. Hot opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Lily of the Valley, and Apricot, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Benetton's Hot carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A divisive scent for sure. It's affordable, nostalgic, and for many, a dead ringer for Chanel Allure. Others find it thin, synthetic, or just plain unpleasant. Your mileage will definitely vary with this one.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Bright
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Hot 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, comforting accords make it versatile for casual wear and dates. While some find it office-appropriate, its sweetness and potential for poor longevity mean it might need reapplication, making it less ideal for formal settings or sports.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Benetton Hot opens with a vibrant, zesty citrus burst of lemon and mandarin, quickly warmed by rosewood. The initial freshness mellows into a soft heart of powdery iris, sweet apricot, and delicate lily of the valley. The base settles into a comforting, warm embrace of creamy vanilla, rich sandalwood, and amber, all grounded by a hint of earthy oakmoss and musk. It's a journey from bright and fresh to cozy and inviting.

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