Franck Olivier 2008 EDT

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Eau de Passion Men

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Franck Olivier Eau de Passion Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008. Eau de Passion Men opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Lavender, Geranium, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Oakmoss. Franck Olivier's Eau de Passion Men carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

If you're hunting for a budget-friendly twin to Platinum Egoiste, this is a solid shout, especially after it settles. The opening can be a bit harsh and synthetic, but patience is a virtue here, as it dries down into a clean, sophisticated vibe that punches well above its price tag.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
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Eau de Passion Men 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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal Sport

Its clean, fresh, and aromatic profile makes it an excellent choice for the office, offering a professional yet inviting aura. While versatile, its classic barbershop feel might be a bit too understated for a formal evening out, though it shines in casual and daytime date settings. Many reviews highlight its 'out of the shower' freshness and office suitability.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

A crisp, aromatic fougère kick-starts with a zesty burst of bergamot and mandarin, sharpened by cool mint and a hint of pineapple. The heart unfolds with classic lavender and geranium, grounded by earthy vetiver and a touch of warm clove, settling into a clean, mossy amber base that evokes a freshly shaved, confident feel.

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