Emanuel Ungaro 2001 EDP

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Desnuda

by Domitille Michalon Bertier

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Emanuel Ungaro Desnuda is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2001, created by Domitille Michalon Bertier. Desnuda opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Tuberose, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Osmanthus, and Mimosa. Emanuel Ungaro's Desnuda carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a soft, spicy skin scent that divides opinion. While some find its performance underwhelming and its opening a bit harsh, others adore its subtle warmth and creamy, sensual dry down that whispers elegance and comfort. It's a love-it-or-find-it-forgettable situation.
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  • Subtle
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
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Desnuda 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
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 Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its intimate sillage and soft, warm accords make it perfect for close-quarters like the office or casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While not loud enough for a grand formal event, its sensual nature makes it suitable for dates, particularly given its 'love potion' effect noted by some reviewers.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Desnuda opens with a peppery, cardamom-spiced peach, a bold yet intriguing start that quickly mellows into a plush heart of plum, delicate iris, and jasmine. The base is an enveloping embrace of vanilla and cinnamon-infused sandalwood, warmed by tonka bean and a hint of mimosa, culminating in a creamy, powdery finish that's close to the skin.

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