Faberlic 2004 EDT

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8 Element

by Janek Kozeluh

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Faberlic 8 Element is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004, created by Janek Kozeluh. 8 Element opens with Sea Water, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Melon, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, Lavender, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Faberlic's 8 Element carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper time capsule, taking you straight back to the early noughties. It's a solid, unpretentious aquatic that's surprisingly well-loved for its fresh, masculine vibe.
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8 Element Eau de Toilette 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, aquatic nature makes it perfect for casual daytime wear and sports. The moderate longevity and sillage mean it's suitable for the office without being overpowering, but it lacks the gravitas 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

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Opens with a lively splash of sea water and a zesty fruit cocktail of mandarin, pineapple, and blackcurrant. As it settles, a clean floral heart emerges with lavender and lily of the valley, steering it firmly masculine rather than overtly sweet. The dry down is where it gets interesting, with a robust blend of vetiver, sandalwood, and a hint of leather, grounded by earthy oakmoss.

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