Daniel Josier 2017 EDP

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Kaleidoscope

by Daniel Josier

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Daniel Josier Kaleidoscope is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Daniel Josier. Kaleidoscope opens with Green Tea, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus, settles into a heart of Pine, Lavender, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Oud, Patchouli, and Incense. Daniel Josier's Kaleidoscope carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Divisive yet captivating, Kaleidoscope swings from 'Vicks VapoRub' to 'refined beauty'. This isn't a safe blind buy, but if you're after a bold, herbal-fresh statement with genuine character, it's worth a sniff.
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  • Bold
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
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Kaleidoscope 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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its moderate performance makes it versatile, though the strong initial blast could be too much for a formal office setting. The fresh, aromatic profile is great for casual day wear and could be an intriguing choice for a date, offering an elegant yet playful edge.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf/Twig Oil from Eucalyptus
  • 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
  • Peppermint Mentha Piperita Oil from Peppermint
  • Peppermint Mentha Piperita Oil from Peppermint

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

Kaleidoscope opens with a sharp, invigorating blast of eucalyptus and peppermint, softened by a crisp green tea accord, instantly clearing the senses. As it evolves, a verdant heart emerges with aromatic pine, soothing lavender, and herbaceous rosemary. The journey concludes with a sophisticated, earthy base of dry cedar, deep oud, slightly camphorous patchouli, and a whisper of smoky incense, creating a complex and ever-changing aromatic tapestry.

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