Ex Nihilo 2015 EDP

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Sweet Morphine

by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto

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Ex Nihilo Sweet Morphine is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Nathalie Gracia-Cetto. Sweet Morphine opens with Bergamot and Lilac, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Iris, and Heliotrope. Ex Nihilo's Sweet Morphine carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Sweet Morphine is a polarising floral that either wraps you in a powdery, luxurious embrace or throws you headfirst into a vintage, soapy nightmare. Love it or hate it, it demands attention.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Powdery
  • Clean
  • Luxurious
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Sweet Morphine Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lilac67%
Bergamot33%
Heartas listed
Mimosa38%
Iris36%
Rose26%
Baseas listed
Heliotrope26%
Vanilla20%
Iris20%
Vetiver17%
Patchouli17%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Fall

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, suitable for both close encounters and more formal settings without being overwhelming. The elegant floral-powdery profile lends itself well to dates and smart casual events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Sweet Morphine opens with a bright, sweet burst of lilac, soon joined by a soft, almost candy-like mimosa. It quickly settles into a powdery heart of iris and rose, evoking a sense of refined elegance. The dry-down introduces a creamy vanilla, underpinned by earthy vetiver and a hint of patchouli, creating a delicate, almost ethereal finish. Think a luxurious body lotion, or a plush, floral cloud.

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