BORNTOSTANDOUT 2022 EDP

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Dirty Rice

by Olivier Cresp

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BORNTOSTANDOUT Dirty Rice is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Olivier Cresp. Dirty Rice opens with Bergamot and Almond, settles into a heart of Rice, Milk, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Cetalox, Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. BORNTOSTANDOUT's Dirty Rice carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a divisive conversation starter. You'll either love its subtle, creamy comfort or you'll be left scratching your head wondering where the 'dirty' rice went. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're a fan of skin scents and are ready for a quiet experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Soft
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
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Dirty Rice Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Almond61%
Bergamot39%
Heartas listed
Rice37%
Milk36%
Peony27%
Baseas listed
Musk27%
Sandalwood27%
Cetalox17%
Cedar16%
Vetiver14%

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate sillage and clean, non-offensive profile make it excellent for the office or casual daily wear where subtlety is key. It's less suited for formal events or sports, where more projection or freshness is typically desired, as many reviewers noted its weak performance.

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
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Dirty Rice opens with a soft, slightly milky almond, gently nudged by a fresh hint of bergamot. As it settles, a clean, powdery peony mingles with a subtle basmati rice accord, though many find the rice takes a backseat. The dry down is a comforting embrace of creamy sandalwood and a clean musk, anchored by cedar and a touch of modern cetalox, leaving a 'your skin but better' impression.

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