Brocard 2018 EDT

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Spicy Clementine

by Philippe Paparella-Paris

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Brocard Spicy Clementine is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2018, created by Philippe Paparella-Paris. Brocard's Spicy Clementine carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag. For some, it's a zesty, uplifting citrus burst; for others, it's a 'cheap air freshener' disaster. If you can get past the rough edges, it's a mood-lifter, but don't expect it to stick around.
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Spicy Clementine Eau de Toilette 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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - summer and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its very weak longevity and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or sports where a subtle, fresh scent is desired. It's too fleeting for formal events or dates, but inoffensive enough for a quick office refresh, though reviewers note its home-wear suitability.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Limonene from Orange
  • 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

Spicy Clementine opens with a bright, almost fizzy explosion of clementine and other citruses, juicy and sweet with an immediate lift from aldehydes. This vibrant start quickly mellows as warm, aromatic spices like ginger, cardamom, and a hint of pepper emerge. The dry down sees a soft, musky base with touches of sandalwood, violet, and rose, though these are fleeting, leaving a faint spicy citrus trace close to the skin.

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