Calvin Klein 2013 EDP
Sheer Beauty Essence
by Carlos Benaïm , Sophie Labbé
Calvin Klein Sheer Beauty Essence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Carlos Benaïm and Sophie Labbé. Sheer Beauty Essence opens with Pear Blossom and Peach, settles into a heart of Rose, Magnolia, Peony, and Lilac, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Vanilla. Calvin Klein's Sheer Beauty Essence carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.
This one's a divisive floral. Some find a "cold beauty" in its unique, ethereal blend of rose and lilac, perfect for quiet contemplation. Others are overwhelmed by a prominent, sometimes synthetic, pear and rose, finding it a bit 'church-y' or even 'sad'. Try before you buy.What our verdicts mean →
- Clean
- Fresh
- Subtle
- Relaxed
- Feminine
Scent Profile
Composition
Timeline
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
Mood
When To Wear
Best Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Best Occasions
Its fresh, delicate floral nature with moderate sillage and surprising longevity makes it suitable for everyday wear, particularly in an office setting. However, its 'cold' and 'sad' associations mean it might not be the go-to for lively dates or formal events, though it excels as a subtle, clean casual scent.
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
Other declarable allergens
- Synthetic musk
- Vanillin
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
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