Dior 2012 EDP

M ££ Acquired

Eau Sauvage

by François Demachy

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Dior Eau Sauvage is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by François Demachy. Eau Sauvage opens with Citron, Bergamot, and Petitgrain, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Lavender, and Hedione, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Myrrh. Dior's Eau Sauvage carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive yet masterful take on the classic, the 2012 Eau Sauvage Parfum takes the original down a dark, resinous path that's adored by many for its depth and mystique, but too heavy for others hoping for a fresh citrus bomb.
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  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Eau Sauvage 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent performance and rich, dark character make it too much for casual or office wear, tending to overpower. However, its elegance and depth are perfectly suited for formal events and romantic evenings, where it can truly shine without overwhelming.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

It kicks off with a fleeting burst of bright bergamot and sharp citron, laced with green petitgrain. This quickly deepens into a sophisticated heart where aromatic lavender and a hint of fresh vetiver blend with the unique shimmer of hedione. The real star, however, is the rich, balsamic myrrh that dominates the woody, earthy base alongside patchouli and oakmoss, creating a dark, opulent aroma that lingers for ages.

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