Franck Olivier 2018 EDP

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Amber

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Franck Olivier Amber is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Amber opens with Bergamot and Orange, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Labdanum, and dries down to a base of Amber and Vanilla. Franck Olivier's Amber carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A cult classic for a reason, this budget-friendly amber is divisive for some, but generally celebrated as a warm, comforting hug in a bottle. Don't let the price fool you; it's a surprising performer.
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  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
  • Subtle
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Amber 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual settings without being overpowering. The warm, inviting amber profile is particularly well-suited for dates and relaxed evenings, though it might be a bit too understated 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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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 fleeting, bright burst of orange and bergamot before quickly settling into its amber heart. Rich sandalwood and earthy patchouli provide a robust foundation, while a hint of labdanum adds a subtle resinous warmth. The dry-down is a creamy, inviting vanilla-amber blend, creating a cozy and slightly powdery finish.

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