Bobbi Brown 2008 EDP

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Almost Bare

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Bobbi Brown Almost Bare is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008. Almost Bare opens with Bergamot and Violet Leaf, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. Bobbi Brown's Almost Bare carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one is divisive: some hail it as a signature clean, fresh scent with impressive sillage, while others dismiss it as barely-there and overpriced. It's a 'love it or hate it' that evokes images of spa days and clean linen.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
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Almost Bare Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Violet Leaf51%
Bergamot49%
Heartas listed
Lily of the Valley65%
Jasmine35%
Baseas listed
Musk54%
Cedar46%

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:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, fresh character and moderate longevity make it ideal for casual wear, office environments, and even post-sport refreshment. The 'barely there' quality some perceive, alongside its lighter sillage for others, means it won't overwhelm in closer settings, though it might lack the punch for formal events or a memorable date night.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Almost Bare opens with a zesty, green burst of bergamot and crisp violet leaf, conjuring the sensation of a fresh spring morning. As it settles, delicate lily of the valley and soft jasmine emerge, weaving a light floral heart that's never overpowering. The base unfurls into a clean, understated musk underscored by a subtle hint of cedar, leaving a serene, 'just showered' feeling.

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