Bvlgari 2013 EDP

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Man Extreme

Name: Man Extreme Eau de Parfum
Brand: Bvlgari

Bvlgari Man Extreme is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Alberto Morillas. Man Extreme opens with Cactus, Bergamot, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Amber, Freesia, and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Vetiver, and Benzoin. Bvlgari's Man Extreme carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly gorgeous citrus-woody number, let down by a performance so tragic it's almost legendary. Everyone adores the scent, but the general consensus is that it vanishes faster than a free round at the pub.

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Clean
Modern
Sophisticated
Subtle

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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Topas listed

Cactus35%

Bergamot34%

Grapefruit31%

Heartas listed

Cardamom38%

Freesia32%

Amber30%

Baseas listed

Vetiver40%

Woody Notes34%

Benzoin26%

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 summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date Formal

Its fresh, clean, and understated character makes it a perfect office scent, as it's unlikely to offend despite its poor longevity. While it's generally versatile across occasions, its weak projection means it’s best for close encounters rather than making a bold statement.

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

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

Bvlgari Man Extreme opens with a zesty, almost tangy burst of grapefruit and bergamot, beautifully underscored by an unusual, moist cactus note. This fresh introduction settles into a heart of warm amber and subtle freesia, before landing on a sophisticated base of earthy vetiver, rich woods, and a hint of benzoin. It's a clean, elegant scent that promises much but delivers fleetingly.

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