Elizabeth Arden 2012 EDT

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Red Door Aura

by Carlos Benaïm

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Elizabeth Arden Red Door Aura is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Carlos Benaïm. Red Door Aura opens with Bergamot, Orange Blossom, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Elizabeth Arden's Red Door Aura carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Red Door Aura is a fresh, modern twist on a classic, offering juicy raspberries and bright florals. It's affordable and surprisingly sophisticated, often drawing comparisons to pricier designer scents like Alien, though some find a 'peppery' note unsettling.
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  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
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Red Door Aura Eau de Toilette 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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for day and evening wear, leaning towards casual and date settings. The fruity floral notes keep it suitable for diverse occasions, though it might be a bit much for serious 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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Opens with an invigorating burst of sweet, tart raspberry and sparkling bergamot, softened by delicate orange blossom. The heart blooms into a classic floral bouquet of jasmine and rose, lending a gentle sweetness. As it settles, a warm, inviting base of creamy sandalwood, soft musk, and rich amber emerges, leaving a comforting trail that's both lively and refined.

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