F1 Parfums 2021 EDT

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Precious Mettle

by Louise Turner

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F1 Parfums Precious Mettle is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Louise Turner. Precious Mettle opens with Mandarin, Lavender, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Leather, and Oakmoss, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vetiver, and Patchouli. F1 Parfums's Precious Mettle carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A solid, if unadventurous, everyday freshie that often pops up for a steal. Not the most complex or long-lasting, but it's a decent, agreeable scent that won't offend - perfect for when you want to smell clean and put-together without making waves.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Romantic
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Precious Mettle Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender50%
Mandarin25%
Pink Pepper25%
Heartas listed
Woody Notes43%
Leather29%
Oakmoss29%
Baseas listed
Amber36%
Patchouli36%
Vetiver27%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, understated profile and moderate projection make it an excellent choice for office wear, as noted by community reviews. While some suggest it for a date, its lack of 'specialness' and modest longevity mean it's better suited for casual daytime activities, providing a pleasant, unobtrusive scent bubble.

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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Precious Mettle opens with a brisk, clean burst of mandarin and pink pepper, softened by a touch of aromatic lavender. As it settles, a smooth, slightly rugged leather emerges, intertwined with earthy oakmoss and a general woody backdrop. The dry-down grounds itself in a classic combination of vetiver, amber, and patchouli, creating a warm, approachable finish that lingers subtly on the skin.

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