Harry Potter 2024 EDP

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Ambition

by Sandra Lucas

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Harry Potter Ambition is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Sandra Lucas. Ambition opens with Ginger and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Smoke, Cinnamon, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Vetiver. Harry Potter's Ambition carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and a bit synthetic, but Ambition tries its hand at a dark, atmospheric vibe that some will adore and others will find a bit much. For the price, it's a solid, if sometimes headache-inducing, autumn pick.
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Ambition 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
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With moderate performance and a heavy, spicy-leathery profile, this isn't one for the office or gym. It's better suited for cooler weather, casual outings, or a date night where its atmospheric depth can be appreciated.

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

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • 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

Ambition kicks off with an aromatic, fiery punch of frankincense and ginger, instantly setting a mysterious tone. As it settles, a smoky heart emerges, spiced heavily with cinnamon and clove, conjuring images of ancient halls and burning embers. The dry down is deep and earthy, driven by vetiver and a prominent leather note, softened by musk and a hint of amber, creating a rich, brooding finish.

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