Dolce & Gabbana 2024 EDP

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Q by Dolce & Gabbana Intense

by Daphné Bugey

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Dolce & Gabbana Q by Dolce & Gabbana Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Daphné Bugey. Q by Dolce & Gabbana Intense opens with Lemon, Orange, and Jasmine, settles into a heart of Heliotrope and Black Cherry, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Amber. Dolce & Gabbana's Q by Dolce & Gabbana Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This 'Intense' version of D&G Q is anything but: many find it too light for an EDP. It's polarising, with some loving the fresh, fruity cherry and others finding it medicinal or masculine. You'll either get a delightful cherry lemonade or a cleaning product vibe.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Modern
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Q by Dolce & Gabbana Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon38%
Orange32%
Jasmine30%
Heartas listed
Black Cherry57%
Heliotrope43%
Baseas listed
Amber59%
Woody Notes41%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its generally weak projection and moderate longevity make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual wear. While date-appropriate, it lacks the boldness for formal events, and its freshness lends itself well to active, casual situations.

Ingredients and allergens

"ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), BENZYL SALICYLATE, LIMONENE, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, COUMARIN, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, LINALOOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, ALCOHOL, CITRAL, CITRONELLOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, TRIS(TETRAMETHYLHYDROXYPIPERIDINOL) CITRATE, BENZYL CINNAMATE, PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE, ISOEUGENOL, EUGENOL, GERANIOL, CINNAMAL, CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 17200 (RED 33), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5), CI 42090 (BLUE 1)

2 other shops' lists name the same allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with a zesty burst of lemon, quickly joined by an unsweetened, fresh black cherry and a whisper of white jasmine. As it settles, a soft, powdery heliotrope emerges, leading into a warm amber and woody base. It's a delicate balance of tart fruit, soft florals, and subtle depth.

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Where to buy

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