Clive Christian Perfume 2018 EDP

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1872 Basil

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Clive Christian Perfume 1872 Basil is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. 1872 Basil opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lime, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Marigold, Jasmine, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, Patchouli, and Frankincense. Clive Christian Perfume's 1872 Basil carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This flanker refines its classic predecessor, delivering a smoother, greener, and more balanced aromatic experience. It's a definite upgrade for those who found the original a bit too sharp, offering a nuanced sophistication that's widely appreciated.
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  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Calm
  • Fresh
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1872 Basil 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

Built on fresh spicy, aromatic and citrus - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, green profile make it suitable for a variety of settings from casual to office wear. While not overtly formal, its sophisticated character allows it to adapt, with reviewers noting its excellent longevity for all-day wear.

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
  • 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

Opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of basil, lime, and grapefruit, underscored by a subtle tingle of black pepper and nutmeg. This fresh, green introduction mellows into an aromatic heart of sage and delicate florals like jasmine, before settling into a warm, mossy base where earthy patchouli, clean musk, and deep cedar create a sophisticated, lasting impression.

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