Dana 1989 EDC

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California

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Dana California is a Cologne launched in 1989. Dana's California carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This 80s classic is surprisingly divisive; some find it a delightful, laid-back citrus-chypre for warm weather, others can't stand its woody-sweet, slightly dated vibe. It's a cheapie with a cult following, so don't expect universal adoration.
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  • Relaxed
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Clean
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California Cologne 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:
Summer Fall

Built for the cooler edges of the year - summer and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its long-lasting, moderate sillage makes it versatile for casual settings, particularly during the day and in warmer weather, reflecting community sentiment about its beachy, relaxed feel. However, its intensity and slightly vintage character might be less suitable for formal events or enclosed office environments.

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
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

California opens with a bright burst of citrus from bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, uplifted by airy aldehydes that lend a clean, effervescent sparkle. As it settles, a rich floral heart emerges, woven with classic chypre elements of earthy oakmoss and soft woods. The dry down is a warm, musky amber with hints of creamy vanilla and a touch of clean lavender, bringing a sun-kissed, almost beachy warmth.

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