Granado 2015 EDP

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Carioca

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Granado Carioca is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015. Carioca opens with Bergamot and Freesia, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Violet, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Tonka Bean. Granado's Carioca carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This clean, soapy floral musk is a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a refreshing, bright take on a classic, while others reckon it's a touch dated. If you're after a budget-friendly, relaxed vibe for warmer days, this is worth a sniff.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Soft
  • Powdery
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Carioca 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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its clean, fresh, and somewhat subtle nature makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warm weather or for post-gym freshness. The limited longevity and sillage mean it won't overwhelm an office, 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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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

Carioca kicks off with a bright burst of bergamot, quickly softening into a powdery bouquet of freesia, violet, lily of the valley, and jasmine. As it settles, a clean, comforting musk emerges, underpinned by warm amber and a hint of creamy sandalwood and tonka bean, delivering a 'fresh out of the shower' aroma.

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