Cartier 1982 EDT

M ££ Acquired

Santos Concentrée

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Cartier Santos Concentrée is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1982. Cartier's Santos Concentrée carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

This 80s powerhouse is a divisive beast: some hail it as a timeless, masculine masterpiece, while others find its retro charm too dated. It's not for the faint-hearted, but for those who dare, it promises a scent that stands out from the crowd.
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  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Santos Concentrée Eau de Toilette 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting, strong projection makes it unsuitable for the office, but perfect for formal events and dates where its bold character can shine. It's a bit too heavy for casual wear or sport.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lippia citriodora absolute from Lemon Verbena
  • Lippia citriodora absolute from Lemon Verbena
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

A dark, intense oriental spicy concoction that opens with a brutal herbal-citrus blast of bergamot, basil, and lemon verbena, quickly warmed by a rich, peppery nutmeg and chili heart. It settles into a deep, masculine embrace of earthy patchouli, creamy sandalwood, and amber, with a subtle floral touch of lavender and geranium weaving through its complex layers. Forget fleeting sweetness; this is a scent of robust, confident masculinity.

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