D’ORSAY 2020 EDP

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J’approchais Un Mystère A.C.

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D’ORSAY J’approchais Un Mystère A.C. is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. J’approchais Un Mystère A.C. opens with Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Cedar and Fig Leaf, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. D’ORSAY's J’approchais Un Mystère A.C. carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A woody-green journey that takes its sweet time to get to the good bit - a creamy, nutty sandalwood drydown that's utterly divine, if fleeting. Worth the wait for some, others will find it just 'average' before it vanishes.
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  • Fresh
  • Cozy
  • Clean
  • Gourmand
  • Soft
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J’approchais Un Mystère A.C. Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper100%
Heartas listed
Cedar59%
Fig Leaf41%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its intimate projection and moderate longevity make it suitable for close-quarters wear, like casual outings or the office, where it won't offend. However, its understated nature means it's less ideal for formal events or sports.

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

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 fresh, crisp blast of fig leaf and a spark of pink pepper, before sinking into a heart of rich, dry cedar. The real magic happens later, as it slowly morphs into a soft, creamy sandalwood with a slightly gourmand nuttiness that's truly addictive, though it doesn't linger for long.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom ·

Import charges may apply

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50ml 1 offer
Nicchia Luxury UK £2.26/ml +£15.30 delivery £113.00 Buy →
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