État Libre d'Orange 2019 EDP

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Experimentum Crucis

by Quentin Bisch

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État Libre d'Orange Experimentum Crucis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Quentin Bisch. Experimentum Crucis opens with Cumin, Apple, and Litchi, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood, Musk, and Patchouli. État Libre d'Orange's Experimentum Crucis carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, polarizing perfumistas with its bold cumin-rose combo. Some reckon it's a BO nightmare, others swear by its unique, sophisticated charm. Definitely sample first, as skin chemistry plays a massive role here.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Luxurious
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Experimentum Crucis 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and unique, controversialcumin note make it a tricky wear for the office, risking offending colleagues. However, its sophisticated and confident character makes it ideal for dates and eveningwear where it can make a bold statement. It's too heavy for sport.

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

  • 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

Experimentum Crucis opens with an unexpected, vivacious burst of litchi and tart apple, spiced up by a prominent, almost animalic cumin. This leads into a rich, deep rose heart, softened by honey and a hint of jasmine. The drydown settles into an earthy blend of patchouli and Akigalawood, with a clean musk adding a lingering warmth, carrying that distinct rosy-spicy trail.

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