Gale Hayman 1994 EDT

F ££ Acquired

Delicious

by René Morgenthaler

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Gale Hayman Delicious is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1994, created by René Morgenthaler. Delicious opens with Boronia, Mandarin, Neroli, and Mimosa, settles into a heart of Angelica, Rose, Jasmine, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Iris. Gale Hayman's Delicious carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This 90s powerhouse is a bold statement, but be warned: it's notoriously polarising. Some call it a 'masterpiece' and 'divine,' others 'dated' and 'screechy.' It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with reformulation adding to the confusion.
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Delicious 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, full-bodied floral and woody notes, make it less suitable for office or sport. It's more at home on dates and formal occasions, where its 'grown and sexy' vibe can shine without overwhelming.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Narcissus Poeticus Extract from Narcissus
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Delicious opens with a bright, syrupy burst of mimosa and blackcurrant, instantly transporting you to a bygone era. As it settles, a rich, creamy floral heart of tuberose and jasmine emerges, intertwined with subtle spices. The dry down reveals a sophisticated base of powdery iris, warm sandalwood, and earthy patchouli, leaving a long-lasting, sensual trail. It's a complex, full-bodied scent that's unapologetically 90s.

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