Carla Fracci 2006 EDP

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Medea

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Carla Fracci Medea is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006. Medea opens with Citrus and Freesia, settles into a heart of Tiare Flower, Orange Blossom, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Amber, and Vanilla. Carla Fracci's Medea carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a warm, complex gem, others a synthetic, overly sweet concoction that smells suspiciously like a high-street dupe. Divisive, for sure.
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  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Romantic
  • Rich
  • Sweet
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Medea Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with its rich, sweet and floral profile, make it better suited for intimate dates and evening events rather than the office. While versatile enough for casual wear, its luxurious feel elevates it beyond everyday sporty activities.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Medea opens with a bright burst of citrus and fresh freesia, immediately giving way to a rich floral heart. Imagine a grand bouquet of tiare flower, jasmine, orange blossom, rose, and lily of the valley, creating a lush, heady sensation. As it settles, a sweet, creamy base emerges with warm caramel, juicy peach, vanilla, and coconut, all softened by amber and a hint of woody musk.

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