Ex Nihilo 2020 EDP

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The Irreverents

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Ex Nihilo The Irreverents is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. The Irreverents opens with Pink Pepper and Saffron, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Ambergris. Ex Nihilo's The Irreverents carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a lovely, comforting gourmand, but be warned: while universally adored, many find it similar to more affordable options already on the market. Try before you buy, unless you're just absolutely flush with cash.
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  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
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The Irreverents 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its long-lasting performance and moderate sillage make it versatile, suitable for both day and night, but perhaps a bit rich for intense sporting activities. The warm, comforting gourmand notes lend themselves well to casual and date settings, while its sophisticated blend can also work for formal events.

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

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

Opening with a gentle warmth of saffron and a subtle spark of pink pepper, The Irreverents quickly melts into a delectable heart of sweet caramel and a whisper of jasmine. The dry down is an indulgent embrace of creamy vanilla and tonka bean, softened by the delicate marine-like touch of ambergris, creating a truly cozy and luminous aroma.

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