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Active Woman

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Chris Adams Active Woman is an Eau de Parfum. Active Woman opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Fruity Notes, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Chris Adams's Active Woman carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Skip this one. Despite the name, Active Woman falls short on performance and delivers a spicy-woody punch that misses the mark for those expecting a fresh, fruity floral. Blind buy at your peril.
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  • Feminine
  • Woody
  • Elegant
  • Youthful
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Active Woman 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

An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Casual

The poor performance means this won't stick around for long, making it unsuitable for occasions requiring longevity. The warm, slightly spicy woody profile lends itself better to casual or intimate settings, rather than formal events or high-energy sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Active Woman opens with an insipid promise of citrus that quickly fades, giving way to an unexpected spicy-woody character. The heart blends subtle rose and jasmine, attempting to soften the edges, but the real show is in the base. There, a blend of vanilla, patchouli, sandalwood, and tonka bean provides a warm, slightly powdery dry-down, delivering depth but little in the way of vibrancy. It's more of a warm, slightly dusty embrace than an invigorating sprint.

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