Bentley Fragrances 2014 EDP

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Absolute

by Michel Almairac

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Bentley Fragrances Absolute is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Michel Almairac. Absolute opens with Pink Pepper and Ginger, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Sandalwood, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Cedar. Bentley Fragrances's Absolute carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A legendary woody incense bomb at a bargain price, Bentley Absolute is a must-have for those who crave a proper masculine fragrance. However, prepare for potential performance variations between batches and for it to be a bit too 'manly' for some.
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  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Classic
  • Warm
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Absolute Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper56%
Ginger44%
Heartas listed
Frankincense40%
Papyrus31%
Sandalwood28%
Baseas listed
Cedar100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intensely woody and incensy character makes it unsuitable for sportswear. It leans more towards evening and formal events due to its sophisticated, mature profile, though it could work for casual wear in cooler weather for certain personalities. Mixed reviews on projection and longevity mean it might need overspraying for a night out.

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

Bentley Absolute kicks off with a sharp, spicy burst of pink pepper and ginger, quickly settling into a rich, dark tapestry of papyrus, sandalwood, and frankincense. The dry-down reveals a deep, dry cedar base, often reminiscent of pencil shavings or an old wooden library, without any noticeable sweetness. Warm, woody, and utterly devoid of frills.

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