Bijan 1993 EDP

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DNA

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Bijan DNA is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1993. DNA opens with Bergamot, Geranium, Ylang-Ylang, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Oakmoss. Bijan's DNA carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This 90s powerhouse is big, bold, and utterly divisive. You'll either love its spicy, complex floralcy or find it an old-fashioned headache in a bottle. Not for the faint-hearted.
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DNA 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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, DNA is a bit much for the office or gym but shines in date night or formal settings. Its rich, warm character is best suited for colder weather evenings, making it a statement rather than a casual everyday wear.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

DNA opens with a herbal, fresh hit of bergamot and rosemary, brightened by ylang-ylang, before quickly descending into a rich, complex floral heart. Tuberose, jasmine, and lily of the valley are deepened by the warm spice of clove. The dry down is a luxurious, long-lasting embrace of amber, creamy sandalwood, vanilla, and the ancient resinous warmth of myrrh and benzoin, all grounded by earthy oakmoss.

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