Clive Christian Perfume 2016 Parfum

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1872 Mandarin

by Beverley Bayne

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Clive Christian Perfume 1872 Mandarin is a Parfum launched in 2016, created by Beverley Bayne. 1872 Mandarin opens with Nectarine, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Vetiver. Clive Christian Perfume's 1872 Mandarin carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a head-scratcher. It's a fresh, pleasant citrus that doesn't quite justify its price tag, leading to a divisive opinion among some, particularly around its unisex billing. You'll either shrug or be mildly annoyed.
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  • Fresh
  • Bold
  • Energetic
  • Masculine
  • Playful
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1872 Mandarin 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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, clean, and understated profile makes it a safe bet for the office or casual wear, though its lack of significant sillage might disappoint for formal events. The citrus and fresh accords lend themselves well to everyday use.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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 an invigorating burst of mandarin and zesty bergamot, quickly sharpened by spicy ginger and a hint of green basil. The initial citrus rush mellows into a clean, aromatic heart where subtle lavender and delicate lily of the valley provide a quiet floral touch. As it settles, a foundation of earthy vetiver, rich oakmoss, and a soft musk emerges, grounding the whole affair with a sophisticated, woody dry-down.

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