Diptyque 2018 EDP

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Fleur de Peau

by Olivier Pescheux

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Diptyque Fleur de Peau is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Olivier Pescheux. Fleur de Peau opens with Angelica, Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk. Diptyque's Fleur de Peau carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This one sparks debate like no other. Some find Fleur de Peau a sophisticated, comforting musk-iris dream, a 'your skin but better' scent with incredible longevity. Others detect everything from pickle brine to old lady's pubic hair, citing poor performance and an 'old house' vibe. Definitely test before you commit.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Classic
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Fleur de Peau Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Aldehydes33%
Pink Pepper27%
Angelica21%
Bergamot19%
Heartas listed
Iris64%
Rose36%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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 Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its intimate 'skin scent' nature and clean musky-powdery profile make it ideal for everyday wear, including the office, without being distracting. While some report strong projection, the general consensus leans towards a subtle aura, boosting its versatility for close-contact settings like dates, but making it less suitable for formal events where a statement might be desired or sport where a fresh, energetic vibe is typically preferred.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Fleur de Peau opens with a crisp, almost sparkling aldehydic burst, tinged with the subtle spice of pink pepper and fresh angelica. This quickly melts into a creamy iris heart, imparting a powdery, cosmetic whisper, alongside a gentle, clean rose. The base is dominated by a soft, enveloping musk, often described as a 'skin scent' - warm, clean, and intimately sensual.

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