Gallivant 2017 EDP

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Istanbul

by Karine Chevallier

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Gallivant Istanbul is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Karine Chevallier. Istanbul opens with Bergamot, Cardamom, and Thyme, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Lavender, Geranium, and Opoponax, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Gallivant's Istanbul carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, comforting amber that's not afraid of a bit of spice and a fresh aromatic kick. It's divisive only because some say its performance is poor, but the scent itself is a hug in a bottle.
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Istanbul 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, subtle amber profile makes it adaptable for many settings, though it's too rich for sport. Many users find it perfect for office wear due to its moderate sillage and comforting nature, while its intimate warmth suits dates perfectly.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Gallivant says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Opens with an intriguing, almost toothpasty freshness of bergamot and earthy thyme, spiced generously with cardamom. It quickly warms into a heart of resinous opoponax, balancing a medicinal lavender and a touch of geranium, all grounded by patchouli. The drydown is a deeply satisfying, creamy blend of amber, vanilla, tonka bean, and sandalwood, radiating a gentle, inviting warmth.

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