Carolina Herrera 2017 EDT

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Virgin Mint

by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto

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Carolina Herrera Virgin Mint is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017, created by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto. Virgin Mint opens with Bergamot and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Vetiver and Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk and Mint. Carolina Herrera's Virgin Mint carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This cult-favourite freshie from Carolina Herrera's exclusive line hits different with its unique take on mint. While some find it too fleeting, for many, it's the ultimate invigorating hit that defines luxurious summer freshness. Expect a divisive opinion - some adore it, others are left wanting.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Luxurious
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Virgin Mint Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot62%
Mandarin38%
Heartas listed
Vetiver50%
Geranium50%
Baseas listed
Mint60%
Musk40%

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:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and moderate sillage makes it perfect for casual wear, office environments, and sports. While it could work for a relaxed daytime date, its lack of significant projection and formal leanings make it less suitable for dressier occasions.

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
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • 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

Virgin Mint opens with a sparkling burst of mandarin and bergamot, quickly followed by a vibrant, multifaceted spearmint, green and luminous rather than toothpaste-fresh. The heart sees herbaceous vetiver and a distinct leafy geranium adding a cool, almost watery depth, before settling into a clean, enduring musk. This is a bright, aromatic blend that feels both natural and refined.

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