Cartier 2018 EDP

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Carat

by Mathilde Laurent

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Cartier Carat is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Mathilde Laurent. Carat opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, and Pear, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Tulip, Violet, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk and Mimosa. Cartier's Carat carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Carat is a divisive one: some adore its sparkling, fresh floral bouquet, others find it too sharp, synthetic, or just plain boring. If you fancy a spring garden in a bottle, give it a go, but expect a mixed bag of opinions.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Feminine
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Carat 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:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Carat's clean, fresh floral profile makes it excellent for office and casual wear, as it's generally inoffensive. While elegant enough for formal occasions, some find its sillage too intimate, which might underwhelm for a date or sporty event where more presence is desired.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine the crisp air of a spring morning, where juicy pear and green notes cut through a stunning floral melange. Hyacinth and lily lead the charge, supported by narcissus and ylang-ylang, creating a bright, slightly cool, floral heart. A powdery mimosa and clean musk linger in the dry down, giving it a sophisticated, almost soapy finish that’s both elegant and fresh.

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