Ex Nihilo 2019 EDP

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Lust in Paradise

by Louise Turner

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Ex Nihilo Lust in Paradise is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Louise Turner. Lust in Paradise opens with Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Petalia, Peony, and Litchi, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Ex Nihilo's Lust in Paradise carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A pretty, fresh floral with a juicy litchi twist that's perfect for feeling effortlessly put-together. While some find it a touch generic for the price, its clean, feminine charm and surprising longevity for a 'freshie' make it a crowd-pleaser for many.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Romantic
  • Elegant
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Lust in Paradise Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper100%
Heartas listed
Peony40%
Litchi33%
Petalia27%
Baseas listed
Musk41%
Cedar30%
Amber29%

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

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

This perfume's fresh, clean, and floral accords make it highly versatile for most occasions. Its generally moderate sillage and good-to-great longevity, particularly noted by many reviewers, make it suitable for office wear without being overpowering, while its charmingly feminine character is ideal for dates and casual outings.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, CITRONELLOL, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, LIMONENE, GERANIOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, EUGENOL, LINALOOL, CI 19140 (YELLOW 5), CI 14700 (RED 4), CI 17200 (RED 33)

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

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

Lust in Paradise opens with a lively, sparkling pink pepper kick, quickly melting into a heart of dewy peony and the bright, watery sweetness of litchi. A subtle 'petalia' note enhances the floral bouquet, lending an ethereal, almost rose-like quality. The drydown settles into a clean, soft musk, underpinned by hints of cedar and a gentle amber warmth, creating an airy yet lasting embrace.

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Where to buy

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