Clinique 2013 EDP

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Calyx

by Sophia Grojsman

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Clinique Calyx is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Sophia Grojsman. Calyx opens with Papaya, Green Notes, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Marigold, Neroli, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss, and Iris. Clinique's Calyx carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Calyx is a zesty, green-fruity blast that rewrites the fruity floral rulebook. Uplifting, sparkling, and utterly unique, it’s a cult icon for a reason-wear it for pure, invigorating joy any time you crave a mood boost.
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  • Fresh
  • Confident
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Clean
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Calyx 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
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Calyx excels in spring and summer due to its vibrant citrus, lush green, and tropical fruit character that feels cooling and invigorating in warm weather. The scent lacks the warmth and density to cut through cold air, making it less suited for winter or late fall.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its light, clean projection and fresh, energetic personality make Calyx ideal for daytime wear, the office, and casual outings. It is uplifting but not overly formal or sensual, so less suited for black tie or night events, but works for active daytime scenarios.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • 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

Calyx Eau de Parfum opens with a dazzling burst of grapefruit and juicy guava, laced with passionfruit and crisp green leaves. The heart blooms with dewy lily of the valley, freesia, and a hint of neroli, weaving through a tropical cocktail of mango and papaya. A lush, mossy base grounds the exuberance with oakmoss and vetiver, while creamy orris and sandalwood lend subtle sophistication. The impression is fresh, bright, and energising-like a sunlit greenhouse after rain-making Calyx a timeless, genderless signature for those who crave clarity, exuberance, and a little wildness.

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